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Camper Shell: Paint or carpet line?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by taijai, May 10, 2020.

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What should I do to the interior of my new camper?

  1. Paint it black

    1 vote(s)
    14.3%
  2. Carpet and spray adhesive

    3 vote(s)
    42.9%
  3. Leave it original fiberglass color

    3 vote(s)
    42.9%
  1. May 10, 2020 at 12:22 PM
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    taijai

    taijai [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys
    I had a cap in the past that I painted black on the inside. It came out pretty good, but I like the look of carpet too. How hard is it to do? Does the carpet hold moisture?

    Old camper:
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    New camper shell:
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  2. May 10, 2020 at 12:27 PM
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    DiscoYaker

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    Stock for now.. maybe
    I've had several shells but my latest is lined with carpet. I purchased new through LEER and am very happy I paid alittle extra for the carpet. I was going to save the money and do it on my own, glad I didn't. Itll take you some time and work but I say go for it

    Edit.. I put alot of wet stuff in the back and carpet hasn't held moisture. As long as your shell doesnt leak should be good
     
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  3. May 10, 2020 at 12:28 PM
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    TAZMINATOR

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    I have headliner in my topper. I have 2 led strips. No moisture problem.

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  4. May 10, 2020 at 12:53 PM
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    taijai

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    I like the net. Been looking for one myself
     
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  5. May 10, 2020 at 12:54 PM
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    BraskaTaco

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    I have the factory ARE headliner in mine and love it. Definitely makes the space feel more homely if you plan to sleep in the bed.
     
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  6. May 10, 2020 at 12:56 PM
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    TAZMINATOR

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    It's on Amazon. You can order depends on the size you want.
     
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  7. Jul 9, 2020 at 9:03 AM
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    taijai

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    For anyone interested: I painted it black, added LED lights and made my own cargo net
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  8. Jul 9, 2020 at 9:32 AM
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    Looks great. Good job.
     
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  9. Jul 9, 2020 at 9:42 AM
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    Slobber

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    What paint are you guys using? Anyone use Bed-liner or rubberized undercoat?
     
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  10. Jul 9, 2020 at 10:55 AM
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    taijai

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    I bed lined my first shell and tbh for my purposes it wasn’t worth the extra $. Regular in/outdoor spray paint will do just fine
     
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