Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much will I need?
This material is sold by the foot. Unlike other companies that force you to buy more than you need. You get the exact amount you need. No waste.
To determine how much you need measure the distance around your cab opening. It is important that both openings are exactly the same size. The average full-size pickup truck rear window opening is approximately 13 - 14 feet around. The average mini-truck is approximately 10 feet around the window opening.
You can also click here to use this online calculator to help you determine how much material you require for your project.
How long does it take to receive my order?
Once you place your order we will ship it within one business day. Depending on your location it can take anywhere from 3 to 7 days.
What do you charge for shipping?
For ground shipments within the contiguous United States here are the shipping rates.
| Part 541 Accordion Boot | $12.75 |
| Part 540 Compression Boot | $12.75 |
| Part 543 Wide Accordion Boot | $15.50 |
What if I don't like something?
Your complete satisfaction is very important to us! We guarantee that if you do not like your merchandise, or it is broken, you can return it and get your money back. This 100% satisfaction money-back guarantee is good for 30 days.
How do I cancel an order?
If you need to cancel your order, simply contact Customer Service. Please include the invoice number of the item that you would like to cancel to insure accuracy. Please keep in mind that one the product is shipped there will be a 10% restocking fee.
I do not live in the United States. May I still buy merchandise?
You sure can! We ship merchandise all over the world! Simply contact Customer Service.
Is there a certain glue that can be used in conjunction with the accordion boot?
The rubber boot does not require glue for installation. This is because there is a spring clip embedded it the rubber. When the boot is placed over a "flange" the spring clip squeezes the rubber securely. The only place you may want to glue the boot is where it meets. This is however optional. To glue the seam where the two ends meet, you can use cyanoacrylate (i.e. SuperGlue). Do not use any petroleum based glues as it will react negativly to the rubber. (i.e. rubber cement). See Installing Accordion Boot for more details
I`m about to put a a fiberglass shell on the back of my truck and I`m taking out the back window. I think the fiberglass shell opening is a bigger than the the back window of the truck. will the Accordion Boot or Compression Boot Gasket Material work?
In order for the accordion boot to work in your application both opening must be the exact size. If the opening in the fiberglass shell is smaller you have the option of resizing the opening to fit your rear window opening. If the opening in the fiberglass shell is bigger than the opening in your truck's window opening you are limited to using the compression boot.
I have a pickup that I cut out a section between the cab and the bed. Will your product work for the metal below the window, or is that material to thin?
Yes the boot will work for this situation
Would I need to use a silicon sealant to make sure the boot would not leak?
No, you do not need to use any additional sealant when installing the rubber boot.
Do you carry in stock?
Yes, we try to keep inventory available so we can send your order a quickly as possible.
I am wondering if the compression boot can be trimmed to fit around the third brake light?
You cannot cut the boot to fit around the 3rd brake light. Here are a couple of things you may want to do.
- Remove the brake light and cover the opening with a thin plate.
- Instead of installing the boot to the shell, install the boot into the truck window opening. Do this only if you remove the rear window.
I have a fiber glass camper shell. I want access to my camper shell from inside my cab but I don't want to lose heat and have a weatherproof seal . Will this product provide the right solution?
The accordion boot creates an air-tight and weather tight seal between the cabs. It does not provide any insulation. However, heat loss in minimize by the air-tight seal.
I am installing a boot between a truck cab and utility box.The box is about 1/2" thick. Will the boot clips expand over that type of material?
The material will not stretch that far. The maximum size that flange can be is 3/16" to receive the rubber. One solution to consider is to use flatbar and attach that around the opening in the box. One thing you must also remember - both opening need to be the same size and similar in shape.
I have a Ford F150 with a LEER top. I an pretty sure the accordion seal is the correct option but the warning that the opening must be an exact match has me concerned. It looks like the truck opening is larger at the lower corners but until the window is removed, who knows? Am I on safe ground getting the accordion seal for this application?
The accordion boot only stretches one direction. There is a metal clip embedded in the rubber that allow you to attach the boot to the fiberglass/sheet metal, Therefore both window openings must be the same size. If the opening in the shell is smaller you can cut and trim the fiberglass to match the truck's window opening.
What if I have a question that is not on this FAQ?
For anything not show here please contact Customer Service. You can also call our toll-free customer service line at 888-282-7173.