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Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by Oscar 319, Aug 28, 2008.

  1. Jan 25, 2018 at 6:04 PM
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    BenSando

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    For anyone that has purchased an ARE Z Series shell; how much did you pay? I was quoted $3,000 out the door for the shell and tracks on top to add a rack at some point.
     
  2. Jan 25, 2018 at 6:08 PM
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    There are other options that determine the price.
    Windoors, left/right/both, folding down front window, etc.
     
  3. Jan 25, 2018 at 6:17 PM
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    BenSando

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    Oh yeah sorry man, Just with the standard options.
     
  4. Jan 25, 2018 at 6:28 PM
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    Oh ok, thanks. I have no idea where this shell came from, and it’s probably 20 years old so there’s no telling, but at least I can go on the leer website. This helps a lot.
     
  5. Jan 30, 2018 at 10:21 AM
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    Rob Daman

    Rob Daman The Taco Formerly Known as Hard Shell Taco

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    Picked up a Snugtop Sport Hi-liner Friday night. I honestly wasn't into these shells but after trying to stuff my tonneau I decided to go big. It sure changes the look and now I have name it "Hard Shell Taco."

    shell.jpg
     
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  6. Jan 30, 2018 at 2:20 PM
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    5100s. eibach coils. 285/75/16 km2s. leer cap
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  8. Jan 30, 2018 at 4:58 PM
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    How are those lights holding up
     
  9. Jan 30, 2018 at 5:04 PM
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    azhiaziam

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    Anyone remember what size Yakima rack is needed installed on a short bed camper?
     
  10. Jan 30, 2018 at 5:35 PM
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    Do you mean the track length? Crossbar width?
     
  11. Jan 30, 2018 at 5:37 PM
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    azhiaziam

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    Track length
     
  12. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:06 PM
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    Copy - I bought 60” ones and cut them down because for whatever reason, they were cheaper than the shorter ones. I think mine ended up being a little longer than the 54” ones...
     
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  13. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:08 PM
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    Got a short bed? Did you install them yourself? I thought it was around 56 inches but wasn't sure
     
  14. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:09 PM
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    YotaBum

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    Yeah, I’m a shortbed... I’ll go measure them here in a few and I’ll let you know
     
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  15. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:10 PM
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    azhiaziam

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    Ty sir
     
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  16. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:33 PM
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    My Century cap.

    [​IMG]
     
  17. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:50 PM
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    Just kidding... I just went and measured, I cut mine down to 48 inches.

    And I did do the install myself... It wasn’t too bad, just measure at least 5 times before you start drilling into the cap haha! Lay down painters tape over where you plan to drill, it will help prevent the fiberglass from chipping. And don’t skimp on the silicone sealant for the drill holes.

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  18. Jan 30, 2018 at 6:51 PM
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    azhiaziam

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    Had any leaks yet? What silicone ? Thanks again
     
  19. Jan 30, 2018 at 7:03 PM
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    No problem! The Yakima track kit will come with a tube of rtv silicone... And I haven’t had any leaks from the roof since I installed the tracks in May 2016.
     
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  20. Jan 30, 2018 at 7:04 PM
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    azhiaziam

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    Sweet may have to,just do,it myself
     

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