ARE Camper Shells are for old guys - so says my wife

Spare Parts · Sep 22, 2016

thanks, I am debating on a soft top for the new truck, only because it will be easier to remove and put back on, where I have not taken my hard shell off since it was put on the truck.

Danactive · Sep 22, 2016

bcrobbin said: ↑

thanks, I am debating on a soft top for the new truck, only because it will be easier to remove and put back on, where I have not taken my hard shell off since it was put on the truck.
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its definitely easier... its a one person show for sure and only take 5-10 minutes to from full canopy to closed... if anyone has a shell and looking to trade please let me know!

randyphotography.com · Sep 23, 2016

Well the order is placed both for the 2017 Double Cab Qucksand SRD sport with short bed and a ARE z series with fold down sliding front door and recessed side windows with slide...also putting a bedrug as I have one in my 2013 and love it.

Thanks to everyone for their comments and help.

Alfred · Sep 23, 2016

I'm 25 and bought my cap over 2 years ago and it's never came off

randyphotography.com · Sep 23, 2016

Alfred said: ↑

I'm 25 and bought my cap over 2 years ago and it's never came off

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Really like the gas cans on the back..saw someone else with those...were did you get them.

Alfred · Sep 23, 2016

Rotopax.com

George1441 · Sep 23, 2016

Woodrow F Call said: ↑

I always get boggled when people say something about making it look like an SUV. Looks aren't the point. I want to keep gear out of the elements and I don't want to throw gas cans, dirty gear, or animal carcasses "inside" the vehicle. Truck with a cap is the perfect solution.
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I guess some women can't understand that

dman100 · Sep 24, 2016

Danactive said: ↑

its definitely easier... its a one person show for sure and only take 5-10 minutes to from full canopy to closed... if anyone has a shell and looking to trade please let me know!
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I might be interested ... two questions:
- I read that the 3rd gen SoftTopper was recently updated to fit the tailgate better. Is yours the original and if so how does it fit?
- I know you're in NorCal, where? I'm in Santa Cruz.

Danactive · Sep 24, 2016

dman100 said: ↑

I might be interested ... two questions:
- I read that the 3rd gen SoftTopper was recently updated to fit the tailgate better. Is yours the original and if so how does it fit?
- I know you're in NorCal, where? I'm in Santa Cruz.
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just sent you a PM

dman100 · Sep 24, 2016

^^ I guess I forgot one other detail, I have a Z Series ARE with tracks, tip-out side windows, tilt and slide front window, keyless entry, tracks and Yakima crossbars, for a 3rd Gen Short bed, silver. Very good condition.

AZTaco13 · Sep 24, 2016

Alfred said: ↑

I'm 25 and bought my cap over 2 years ago and it's never came off

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Which shell is this? I really want one for my 3rd gen this one looks pretty clean.

cosmicfires · Sep 24, 2016

AdventureKid said: ↑

Sheesh...I've had Shell/no Shell. It doesn't bother me having one on because of the versatility that it offers.

I roll up to a campsite and don't even have to set up a tent. I can be to sleep in a minute. Same as if I wake up, ready to go in a minute.

Which goes to why I won't own a 5ft bed. You can't sleep in it, unless you modify a deck system that goes over the tailgate, and bring down with a tarp of somesort... no thanks.

Also RTT, you could say those offer great versatility, using the bed for your gear, and sleep up top...yet again, you reduce aerodynamics(mpg hit), still setting up tent, extra cost, etc.

The argument of why didn't you just get an SUV if your putting a shell on, is bogus.

1.I can't get a damn SUV that's worthy of buying that doesn't have a manual transmission.
2. I can always take my truck shell off(I do all the time), and have the versatility of both on/off. Can't do that with an SUV, or else you have to tow a trailer.

I see a lot of people spending money on wants vs. needs and just keeping camping simple. I'm 29 and finally figuring out less is more.

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I agree with everything here. I've always had shell on my trucks.

DrFunker · Sep 24, 2016

I have a shell....i am 44.
Am I a poster child?

forty2 · Sep 24, 2016

AZTaco13 said: ↑

Which shell is this? I really want one for my 3rd gen this one looks pretty clean.
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Near certain it's a Leer 100XQ.

jwctaco · Sep 24, 2016

I wouldn't own a pickup without one.

Synergy001 · Sep 24, 2016

I used to hate trucks with shells but when I got older I started to like them. Not an ARE but here's mine...

foxhound_69 · Sep 24, 2016

Synergy001 said: ↑

I used to hate trucks with shells but when I got older I started to like them. Not an ARE but here's mine...

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Don't hate this at all, really like the modest lift and cap look

IPNPULZ · Sep 24, 2016

George1441 said: ↑

Take a look at the "old guy" tonneau I had installed today. As you can see it has a higher stature than some. Maybe something like this will handle your Yeti

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What cover is this please?

Synergy001 · Sep 24, 2016

foxhound_69 said: ↑

Don't hate this at all, really like the modest lift and cap look
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Thanks! I have my Prinsu racks for the cab and shell as well but been lazy to put them on. Maybe tomorrow...lol!

IPNPULZ · Sep 24, 2016

Here is my 2014 right before I traded it in 14 days ago w/Leer 100XQ I am on the fence as to what I want now maybe a a Tonneau cover Leer 700 or ARE LSXII for the New 2017 Off Road....

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