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Can someone give me an idea of what these aluminum or fiberglass toppers weigh? Could I remove and install one on a longbed truck in just a few minutes by myself? Or are they too heavy for that? I'm not a gym rat, but I'm definitely not feeble either, if that makes a difference.
I really like the concept of a topper to keep my collection of toolboxes dry, particularly for those sudden summertime thunderstorms. But I also intend to use this truck regularly with a gooseneck trailer. I'm just wondering if it will be feasible to remove/reinstall the topper on a weekly basis. |
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I would say aluminum cap is closer to 125 pounds, its manageable by 1 person, 2 is ideal As for attaching, you could drill and use bolts, but they make these aluminum C-clmps that Are made for attaching truck caps and tonneau covers, 6 for a long bed, I think last I'll checked it was around $30 for a set of 6 |
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my buddy brings 2 2x4's with him and his utility trailer to pull his fiberglass cap for summer camper towing season .
we use my 2 post lift and pick it off otherwise its a 3 -4 man job to be safe . and he has a short bed box . :sumo: |
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Back in the old days we just bolted them down, usually 8 bolts on a long bed.
I'm pretty sure that I put my first cab-high, unlined, aluminum shell on the pickup by myself. I had been manhandling it for weeks in the rebuild process. I think that I just tipped it up and got under it and balanced it on my shoulders by myself. It's a lot easier with at least two people, though. |
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I used to take my aluminum cap on/off by myself. Basically squat underneath it and lift while holding the cross bar. I'd put a blanket on each side of my bed so I wouldnt scratch the truck then, slide the blanket out when it was close to where its gonna sit... then, clamp her down... had a couple sketch moments but, 2 people is max, all you need... or if it has racks, could use pull straps and eye hooks in the garage. Used to take my jeep top on and off that way.
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Bringing this thread back up....
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Here is my cap. Off a newer ford truck. Not a perfect fit but close...
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I’ve been running an alum. topper for a couple years. Sure is nice to keep the bed dry.
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