Bed camper shell/cap
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Joined: Aug 2019
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From: Arklatex
Had this ARE Z model cap installed on my ‘18 XLT a few months back. Greatly enhanced the truck for our uses. The paint quality and color match are good. Note I do have a utility trailer for hauling those items that will not fit under the cap.
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Joined: Oct 2020
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From: Michigan
I have an ARE DCU commercial aluminum cap on mine with double doors on the rear, replacing the tailgate. If I were buying new, now that they're available, I would go with the DCU Max for the thicker material. Installed properly, with some sealant, you can make the bed waterproof.
I also run a Bedrug inside for comfort when I need to crawl around to service the equipment mounted to the front wall.
I also run a Bedrug inside for comfort when I need to crawl around to service the equipment mounted to the front wall.
I just got my truck and signed up here, so please forgive the public post as I can't PM yet.
I have a ARE with barn doors on my old GM truck. I would like to get one for the new ford, but I am pretty worried about it fitting, as I have read and saw a few pics that did not look good. I am pretty rural, so will have to travel 2+hrs to get any caps - hence the internet research. Was wondering if you would mind sharing your experience with your cap, and maybe a few pictures of the fit to the new truck beds with cap and rear doors.
Thanks much.
-Neil
