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I would be curious also which brand people recommend. I was planning on buying a new Leer for my 2012 Supercrew, but I have seen reviews where people either love them or claim they are junk and never fit. So now I am in a holding pattern and can't decide whether to get the Leer or look into a Century or ARE...
As far as used goes, I bought an Astro cap (no longer in business) for my '01 Supercrew a long time ago and had a body shop pant it to match. I think they charged me between 200 and 300 bucks. They pulled the gas cap door off and the match was perfect. Maybe 7 or 8 years down the road, I developed a leak at the rubber grommet where the third brake light wires enter through the roof. I removed the spoiler and light, replaced the LED light which was burning out, siliconed the holes and re-installed the spoiler. Leak was gone. My only other problem was that the locks in the t-handles seized up because I never used the key in the locks.
I would say look at the fit, make sure all the windows slide freely (to insure the whole cap isn't warped), and just check the overall condition of the fiberglass. Good luck!
As far as used goes, I bought an Astro cap (no longer in business) for my '01 Supercrew a long time ago and had a body shop pant it to match. I think they charged me between 200 and 300 bucks. They pulled the gas cap door off and the match was perfect. Maybe 7 or 8 years down the road, I developed a leak at the rubber grommet where the third brake light wires enter through the roof. I removed the spoiler and light, replaced the LED light which was burning out, siliconed the holes and re-installed the spoiler. Leak was gone. My only other problem was that the locks in the t-handles seized up because I never used the key in the locks.
I would say look at the fit, make sure all the windows slide freely (to insure the whole cap isn't warped), and just check the overall condition of the fiberglass. Good luck!
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I would be curious also which brand people recommend. I was planning on buying a new Leer for my 2012 Supercrew, but I have seen reviews where people either love them or claim they are junk and never fit. So now I am in a holding pattern and can't decide whether to get the Leer or look into a Century or ARE...
As far as used goes, I bought an Astro cap (no longer in business) for my '01 Supercrew a long time ago and had a body shop pant it to match. I think they charged me between 200 and 300 bucks. They pulled the gas cap door off and the match was perfect. Maybe 7 or 8 years down the road, I developed a leak at the rubber grommet where the third brake light wires enter through the roof. I removed the spoiler and light, replaced the LED light which was burning out, siliconed the holes and re-installed the spoiler. Leak was gone. My only other problem was that the locks in the t-handles seized up because I never used the key in the locks.
I would say look at the fit, make sure all the windows slide freely (to insure the whole cap isn't warped), and just check the overall condition of the fiberglass. Good luck!
As far as used goes, I bought an Astro cap (no longer in business) for my '01 Supercrew a long time ago and had a body shop pant it to match. I think they charged me between 200 and 300 bucks. They pulled the gas cap door off and the match was perfect. Maybe 7 or 8 years down the road, I developed a leak at the rubber grommet where the third brake light wires enter through the roof. I removed the spoiler and light, replaced the LED light which was burning out, siliconed the holes and re-installed the spoiler. Leak was gone. My only other problem was that the locks in the t-handles seized up because I never used the key in the locks.
I would say look at the fit, make sure all the windows slide freely (to insure the whole cap isn't warped), and just check the overall condition of the fiberglass. Good luck!
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http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/pts/3208949486.html
Here is the link to one I found. Tell me what yall think and if its a good price
Here is the link to one I found. Tell me what yall think and if its a good price
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09-18-2012, 09:18 AM
A couple things to check, seals on underside, lift struts on rear window, any cracks or holes, glass, weatherstripping and lighting. Used will not be perfect, so expect a couple scratches, chips and finish imperfections (not a huge deal if your repainting). Nice to have keys for the rear lock, but if they don't have you can buy new keys online cheap. T-handles are pretty inexpensive as well.
That said, 300.00 seems pretty much on par with prices in my area for an older fiberglass cap. I've bought two used caps on CL the past 6 years, and is much cheaper than new as you've probably found out. I always shoot for at least 10% off asking as a rule unless I really like the item for sale, and try to figure on what you could sell it for if it was yours. Hope this helps - good luck.
That said, 300.00 seems pretty much on par with prices in my area for an older fiberglass cap. I've bought two used caps on CL the past 6 years, and is much cheaper than new as you've probably found out. I always shoot for at least 10% off asking as a rule unless I really like the item for sale, and try to figure on what you could sell it for if it was yours. Hope this helps - good luck.
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A couple things to check, seals on underside, lift struts on rear window, any cracks or holes, glass, weatherstripping and lighting. Used will not be perfect, so expect a couple scratches, chips and finish imperfections (not a huge deal if your repainting). Nice to have keys for the rear lock, but if they don't have you can buy new keys online cheap. T-handles are pretty inexpensive as well.
That said, 300.00 seems pretty much on par with prices in my area for an older fiberglass cap. I've bought two used caps on CL the past 6 years, and is much cheaper than new as you've probably found out. I always shoot for at least 10% off asking as a rule unless I really like the item for sale, and try to figure on what you could sell it for if it was yours. Hope this helps - good luck.
That said, 300.00 seems pretty much on par with prices in my area for an older fiberglass cap. I've bought two used caps on CL the past 6 years, and is much cheaper than new as you've probably found out. I always shoot for at least 10% off asking as a rule unless I really like the item for sale, and try to figure on what you could sell it for if it was yours. Hope this helps - good luck.
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http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/pts/3208949486.html
Here is the link to one I found. Tell me what yall think and if its a good price
Here is the link to one I found. Tell me what yall think and if its a good price
It may suit your needs, but it won't look right, the gap at the top next to the window and the sides narrower in back will bug you the more you look at it if you are picky at all about how your truck looks. If not, go for it.
From my experience, $300 is a typical asking price if it is in great shape.
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That one is made to fit a Chevrolet. Ours have the same width front and back and the Chevrolet is narrower in the back. Also the Chevrolet has a different cab angle on the back glass so it will have a gap at the top. And they have a more square cab shape so there is no "wrap around" the cab on that one or the "spurs" at the lower front corners that makes out trucks look so good with a correctly fitted shell on them.
It may suit your needs, but it won't look right, the gap at the top next to the window and the sides narrower in back will bug you the more you look at it if you are picky at all about how your truck looks. If not, go for it.
From my experience, $300 is a typical asking price if it is in great shape.
It may suit your needs, but it won't look right, the gap at the top next to the window and the sides narrower in back will bug you the more you look at it if you are picky at all about how your truck looks. If not, go for it.
From my experience, $300 is a typical asking price if it is in great shape.
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Originally Posted by Craigslist ad
Topper for short bed - $300 (McKinney)
Date: 2012-08-16, 5:57AM CDT
kqkds-3208949486@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
I have a fiberglass camper for sale. I believe it fits on a ford f150. Does not fit my dodge like they said when I bought it. All glass is in great shape and over all is in very good condition. I will have pics and dimensions tomorrow. Email me and ask questions or set up a time to come and look. I'm needing a camper that fits 07 dodge and will trade if this one fits your vehicle.
Dimensions 71 wide at front 81 long 69 wide at the tail gate
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Location: McKinney
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PostingID: 3208949486
Date: 2012-08-16, 5:57AM CDT
kqkds-3208949486@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
I have a fiberglass camper for sale. I believe it fits on a ford f150. Does not fit my dodge like they said when I bought it. All glass is in great shape and over all is in very good condition. I will have pics and dimensions tomorrow. Email me and ask questions or set up a time to come and look. I'm needing a camper that fits 07 dodge and will trade if this one fits your vehicle.
Dimensions 71 wide at front 81 long 69 wide at the tail gate
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Location: McKinney
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 3208949486
