Best lining options
07-02-2014, 10:58 AM
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07-02-2014, 10:59 AM
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07-02-2014, 02:48 PM
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I do HVAC as well.
The linex is nice and I've done it on 2 pickups, one was my wife's, the other was the last one I bought the dealer threw it in to help me buy the truck. One minus is when working by your self it doesn't slide as easy so if your trying to slide in an old furnace/condenser be prepared to push a lot harder, else put something down, cardboard/Masonite for it to slide. The other minus is if something heavy is dropped, especially on a corner it will likely dent the bed.
The bed rug 'should' work pretty well. With the foam pad underneath you'd have added drop protection and if you have a shell/canopy on the truck then you have added knee protection when crawling in the back.
I really like my drop in overall, much cheaper, I picked the last one up for $225 from the Ford dealer, offers more protection against drops than the spray in, but it does have the minus that it will create rub spots on the paint over time. Most of these can be prevented by every so often simply lifting the liner a bit and running a hose under it to get all the dust/debris that got between the liner and the bed. The other minus as well is it hurts just as bad to crawl on your knees. I ended up throwing a piece of Masonite that I'd use to crawl on. Also the newer ones aren't near as slick as the old ones, but still nowhere near as 'sticky' as the spray in. Keep in mind to when they do the spray in they scratch up your bed anyway to make it stick.
Next truck with a canopy I will probably go with the bed rug. I know guys that run them without a canopy and they seem to like them, but I am not sure how much they really use their truck bed.
The linex is nice and I've done it on 2 pickups, one was my wife's, the other was the last one I bought the dealer threw it in to help me buy the truck. One minus is when working by your self it doesn't slide as easy so if your trying to slide in an old furnace/condenser be prepared to push a lot harder, else put something down, cardboard/Masonite for it to slide. The other minus is if something heavy is dropped, especially on a corner it will likely dent the bed.
The bed rug 'should' work pretty well. With the foam pad underneath you'd have added drop protection and if you have a shell/canopy on the truck then you have added knee protection when crawling in the back.
I really like my drop in overall, much cheaper, I picked the last one up for $225 from the Ford dealer, offers more protection against drops than the spray in, but it does have the minus that it will create rub spots on the paint over time. Most of these can be prevented by every so often simply lifting the liner a bit and running a hose under it to get all the dust/debris that got between the liner and the bed. The other minus as well is it hurts just as bad to crawl on your knees. I ended up throwing a piece of Masonite that I'd use to crawl on. Also the newer ones aren't near as slick as the old ones, but still nowhere near as 'sticky' as the spray in. Keep in mind to when they do the spray in they scratch up your bed anyway to make it stick.
Next truck with a canopy I will probably go with the bed rug. I know guys that run them without a canopy and they seem to like them, but I am not sure how much they really use their truck bed.
07-03-2014, 09:59 AM
#24
IT nerd geek DORK NERD
My question is, how much 'worse' is a Rhino Liner?
My reason for asking:
- nearest Rhino Liner affiliate is 20 miles away
- nearest LineX affiliate is about 100 miles awa
- I use my bed but don't absolutely just abuse the crap out of it
If it's THAT much of an improvement, I'll drive the 100 miles and get it done, but if a Rhino Liner will get the job done (even if I have to pay xtra for a "Platinum" something or other lol) I'll go with that.
My reason for asking:
- nearest Rhino Liner affiliate is 20 miles away
- nearest LineX affiliate is about 100 miles awa
- I use my bed but don't absolutely just abuse the crap out of it
If it's THAT much of an improvement, I'll drive the 100 miles and get it done, but if a Rhino Liner will get the job done (even if I have to pay xtra for a "Platinum" something or other lol) I'll go with that.
07-03-2014, 06:37 PM
#25
My question is, how much 'worse' is a Rhino Liner?
My reason for asking:
- nearest Rhino Liner affiliate is 20 miles away
- nearest LineX affiliate is about 100 miles awa
- I use my bed but don't absolutely just abuse the crap out of it
If it's THAT much of an improvement, I'll drive the 100 miles and get it done, but if a Rhino Liner will get the job done (even if I have to pay xtra for a "Platinum" something or other lol) I'll go with that.
My reason for asking:
- nearest Rhino Liner affiliate is 20 miles away
- nearest LineX affiliate is about 100 miles awa
- I use my bed but don't absolutely just abuse the crap out of it
If it's THAT much of an improvement, I'll drive the 100 miles and get it done, but if a Rhino Liner will get the job done (even if I have to pay xtra for a "Platinum" something or other lol) I'll go with that.
07-07-2014, 09:44 PM
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My question is, how much 'worse' is a Rhino Liner?
My reason for asking:
- nearest Rhino Liner affiliate is 20 miles away
- nearest LineX affiliate is about 100 miles awa
- I use my bed but don't absolutely just abuse the crap out of it
If it's THAT much of an improvement, I'll drive the 100 miles and get it done, but if a Rhino Liner will get the job done (even if I have to pay xtra for a "Platinum" something or other lol) I'll go with that.
My reason for asking:
- nearest Rhino Liner affiliate is 20 miles away
- nearest LineX affiliate is about 100 miles awa
- I use my bed but don't absolutely just abuse the crap out of it
If it's THAT much of an improvement, I'll drive the 100 miles and get it done, but if a Rhino Liner will get the job done (even if I have to pay xtra for a "Platinum" something or other lol) I'll go with that.
Line-X is DEFINITELY one of the best & most durable liners out there. Line-X uses the 2 part polyurea & "resin" to get that durability. The system is a "high Pressure & heated system". When it is sprayed, it dries in 3-5 seconds! The consistent look & texture also is hands down one of the best looking as well - just because of how the system works.
NOW.... Rhino lining was one of the very first pioneers to start doing spray in liners, BUT it utilizes a Cold / LOW pressure system to spray. The down fall: inconsistent look in the bed, softer & less durable (more prone to rips & tears) and it looks like a bowl of Cottage cheese in your bed with the big bumps that the texture has. (About the only "pro" that I can personally say about Rhino Linings is that because of their system, & since it is also softer, it is the best skid resistant spray liner).
For me, I choose Line-X (because I know first hand how good it is), and I just put a cheaper rubber mat down for any skid resistance I would ever need. (I also designed a 3" pedestal for an undercover tool box I have under my Extang Encore cover, and had all of those brackets sprayed too).
It looks Excellent, it does what it is suppose to do, adds a little resale value, and most of all: it works
There are other high pressure / heated systems out there & I would recommend any of those over Rhino. - Sorry, just my opinion if anyone disagrees & I always keep a subjective mind of things, especially on here.... but for me, that makes Line-X the frontrunner in my book! My opinion to you....Drive your 100 miles to get Line-X done - you'll be very happy!
oh.... I'd rather NOT have my truck bed look like a bowl cottage cheese!
DISCLAIMER: I am a Union Boilermaker & tube welder & in NO way affiliated with Line-X ...Just answering a question with previous first hand knowledge, giving advice, and only here to help.
Last edited by Lethal Weapon; 07-07-2014 at 10:31 PM.
07-08-2014, 02:02 PM
#30
IT nerd geek DORK NERD
Here is what I know, from First hand knowledge.... About 10 years ago, I managed a 4wd accessory shop. We did spray in liners there. (Arma Coat was the exact brand). NOW.... Arma coat no longer exists, but used the exact polyurea & 2 part resin mixture.
Line-X is DEFINITELY one of the best & most durable liners out there. Line-X uses the 2 part polyurea & "resin" to get that durability. The system is a "high Pressure & heated system". When it is sprayed, it dries in 3-5 seconds! The consistent look & texture also is hands down one of the best looking as well - just because of how the system works.
NOW.... Rhino lining was one of the very first pioneers to start doing spray in liners, BUT it utilizes a Cold / LOW pressure system to spray. The down fall: inconsistent look in the bed, softer & less durable (more prone to rips & tears) and it looks like a bowl of Cottage cheese in your bed with the big bumps that the texture has. (About the only "pro" that I can personally say about Rhino Linings is that because of their system, & since it is also softer, it is the best skid resistant spray liner).
For me, I choose Line-X (because I know first hand how good it is), and I just put a cheaper rubber mat down for any skid resistance I would ever need. (I also designed a 3" pedestal for an undercover tool box I have under my Extang Encore cover, and had all of those brackets sprayed too).
It looks Excellent, it does what it is suppose to do, adds a little resale value, and most of all: it works
There are other high pressure / heated systems out there & I would recommend any of those over Rhino. - Sorry, just my opinion if anyone disagrees & I always keep a subjective mind of things, especially on here.... but for me, that makes Line-X the frontrunner in my book! My opinion to you....Drive your 100 miles to get Line-X done - you'll be very happy!
oh.... I'd rather NOT have my truck bed look like a bowl cottage cheese!
DISCLAIMER: I am a Union Boilermaker & tube welder & in NO way affiliated with Line-X ...Just answering a question with previous first hand knowledge, giving advice, and only here to help.
Line-X is DEFINITELY one of the best & most durable liners out there. Line-X uses the 2 part polyurea & "resin" to get that durability. The system is a "high Pressure & heated system". When it is sprayed, it dries in 3-5 seconds! The consistent look & texture also is hands down one of the best looking as well - just because of how the system works.
NOW.... Rhino lining was one of the very first pioneers to start doing spray in liners, BUT it utilizes a Cold / LOW pressure system to spray. The down fall: inconsistent look in the bed, softer & less durable (more prone to rips & tears) and it looks like a bowl of Cottage cheese in your bed with the big bumps that the texture has. (About the only "pro" that I can personally say about Rhino Linings is that because of their system, & since it is also softer, it is the best skid resistant spray liner).
For me, I choose Line-X (because I know first hand how good it is), and I just put a cheaper rubber mat down for any skid resistance I would ever need. (I also designed a 3" pedestal for an undercover tool box I have under my Extang Encore cover, and had all of those brackets sprayed too).
It looks Excellent, it does what it is suppose to do, adds a little resale value, and most of all: it works
There are other high pressure / heated systems out there & I would recommend any of those over Rhino. - Sorry, just my opinion if anyone disagrees & I always keep a subjective mind of things, especially on here.... but for me, that makes Line-X the frontrunner in my book! My opinion to you....Drive your 100 miles to get Line-X done - you'll be very happy!
oh.... I'd rather NOT have my truck bed look like a bowl cottage cheese!
DISCLAIMER: I am a Union Boilermaker & tube welder & in NO way affiliated with Line-X ...Just answering a question with previous first hand knowledge, giving advice, and only here to help.
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