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Rubber plugs for gaps in bed rail available now

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by HCTacoGuy, Mar 9, 2016.

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  1. Jul 21, 2017 at 1:09 PM
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    I purchased the OEM Tonneau cover on Craigslist that came with all the hardware but I have that gap on both sides close to the rail. I purchased the precut rails from Toyota and purchased these plugs so I assume I shouldn't have to cut my rails. My question is do I just remove the bedrail that is against the cab and these rubber plugs just snap in? I'm guessing I have to remove that square foam seal on the ends? Just trying to understand how to install these before I take anything apart lol
     
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  2. Jul 21, 2017 at 2:00 PM
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    Look at nwAdamR's post in the previous page of this thread. I followed his instructions and it all worked in the end.
     
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  3. Jul 21, 2017 at 2:58 PM
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    I thought his instructions were for an aftermarket cover but looks like same directions should apply. Thanks for pointing it out.
     
    RobCM, Jul 21, 2017
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  4. Jul 21, 2017 at 3:59 PM
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    Ok, I think I got it finally. I was just confused on which direction these things actually go lol

    IMG_0204.jpg
     
    RobCM, Jul 21, 2017
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  5. Jan 13, 2018 at 1:24 AM
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    Any updates? I'm struggling over here also.

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...canopy-help-suggestions.528137/#post-16867343
     
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  6. Jan 13, 2018 at 12:28 PM
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    I used this.... and it worked beautifully.... Just mask the inner and outer edges of the crack and "fill er up" from the top... let cure...remove tape... Done...No more leaks..!!
    [​IMG]
     
    over60, Jan 13, 2018
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  7. Jan 13, 2018 at 4:27 PM
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    It this something you only need with the factory cover, or would it help with after market also? I'm getting a Revolver X2 and was wondering if I should pick some of these up.
     
    The_Guardsman, Jan 13, 2018
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  8. Jan 13, 2018 at 7:53 PM
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    I think that remove the tonneau cover to install these. I just purchased a cover locally and didn't install them. I will be trying to put them in tomorrow. I will provide photos.
     
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  9. Jan 14, 2018 at 11:41 AM
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    The truck comes with a 1/4" gap on the front corners of the box.... So, If you want to seal it, yes..you have to address this issue with all covers....

    My Solid Fold 2.0 did not come with these fillers.....but I believe they now do....

    I bough an early 2016 and they were not ready yet, I guess....

    I saw the gap and plugged them as above... Works for me..
     
    over60, Jan 14, 2018
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  10. Jan 14, 2018 at 11:47 AM
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    luckily my access literider tonneau cover came with these.
     
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  11. Jan 15, 2018 at 10:20 AM
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    The marine silicone didn't do the trick either. I decided to start from scratch. I removed the OEM plugs as well as the silicone sealant and stuffed a bunch of butyl tape in the gaps. Works REALLY good so far. No leaks, even after driving in some solid rain storms. Super happy!
     
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  12. Jan 15, 2018 at 10:52 AM
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    Ouch.. That is eye sore!
     
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  13. Jan 15, 2018 at 1:52 PM
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    its under my cap. never seen again
     
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    If anybody has a pair for sale, I'd be interested.
    Thanks
     
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  15. Feb 16, 2018 at 10:29 AM
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    I'm not using mine. Shoot me a DM!
     
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  16. Mar 2, 2018 at 10:09 PM
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    Anybody got a trick on how to tighten the laches on the back by the tail gate so the cover is a little more snug?
     
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  17. Mar 2, 2018 at 10:50 PM
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    OEM cover? Are you pushing down until the 2nd click?
     
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  18. Mar 2, 2018 at 11:50 PM
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    Yes OEM
    I’ll have to check to make 100%
     
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  19. Apr 6, 2018 at 3:04 AM
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    i have 2017 toy taco trd sport. i would have to cut the side rails to install those expensive plugs, i tried everything for an hour to fit them. the only way i was able, well they would not have stayed, they fallen out on a bump. i barely touch and out came. so i returned the expensive rubber plugs. cut some pipe foam shoved in for now. if wee eve get any warm weather, i may go back and us e the gasket seal i already have laying around.
    i installed after market access tonneau. the seal along my rails are a little under workmanship also. so may be spot placing gasket seal there also.
     
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  20. Apr 6, 2018 at 9:29 AM
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    Ya, the 17 taco box is like a seive compared to my previous '14 silverado. Drivers side storage box in bed gets h20 and dirt from rear driver wheel well. I've plugged some holes with HVAC putty. Comes in various sizes. Removes if u want to. Will see how it holds up. Also got some rv/camper cold wx gasket roll I'll try once it warms up.
    BTW, every taco I looked at with the toyota trifold oem tonneau leaked like a seive.
     
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