Cowboy Camper Accordion Boot
How to Choose the Right Rubber Boot Seal
You can buy rubber boot material for your special project. This seal is manufactured from durable EPDM synthetic rubber substance and uses a bendable spring steel clip for attaching to any rim. This material is sold by the foot. To ascertain how much you need measure the length encircling your cab opening. You have three alternatives of rubber to employ for sealing your cabs together.
Tips for Getting the Right Fit
To ascertain how much you need measure the space around your cab opening. It is essential that both openings are perfectly the same size. Make sure to measure the opening before ordering. Every installation is different.
Universal Fit: Compatible Rubber Seals for Trucks and Rigs
This rubber boot seal is widely used in truck modifications. It's suitable for most standard trucks. Whether you're retrofitting a camper shell or building a custom rig, this seal offers broad fitment and dependable performance for your cab connection project.
Cowboy Camper Accordion Boot Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Cleanable Surface | Easy to wipe down or blow clean for reinstallation | Using mild soap and water for cleaning maintenance |
| Custom Length | Get the exact amount you need with no waste or shortages | Great for DIY box truck or custom overland builds |
| Multi-Vehicle Fit | Works on trucks, vans, semi cabs, and custom enclosures | Versatile for commercial and recreational conversions |
Order Form
To begin your order just enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the appropriate box next to the item you want to order below. Check your entries then click on the "Order Now " button.
Accordion Boot - Part Number 541
The accordion boot is designed for cabs where you take out the truck window. This product works best with fiberglass shells that are 1/8" to 3/16" thick. Please note that both openings must be exactly the same size for this boot to fit properly.
$8.95 per foot
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Order 541
- Enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the text box
- Check your entries, then click on the "Order Now" button.
Compression Boot - Part Number 540
Use this seal when you leave the rear slider window in the truck. This product works best with fiberglass shells that are 1/8" to 3/16" thick. You will also use this boot if the opening in the fiberglass shell is much larger than the opening in your truck.
$7.95 per foot
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Order 540
- Enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the text box
- Check your entries, then click on the "Order Now" button.
Extra Wide Accordion Boot - Part Number 543
The extra wide accordion boot is designed applications where you have a large gap between the space you want to seal. This product works best with fiberglass shells or sheet metal flange that are 1/8" to 3/16" thick. Both openings must be exactly the same size for this boot to fit properly.
$11.50 per foot
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Order 543
- Enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the text box
- Check your entries, then click on the "Order Now" button.
Accordion Boot - Ultra Wide 10" Part Number 544
The Ultra Wide 10 Inch accordion boot is designed for very wide gaps between cabs.. This product works best with fiberglass shells that are 1/8" to 3/16" thick. Please note that both openings must be exactly the same size for this boot to fit properly.
$13.90 per foot
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Order 544
- Enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the text box
- Check your entries, then click on the "Order Now" button.
Accordion Boot 15 - Part Number 546
The Accordion Boot 15 is designed applications where you have a large gap between the space you want to seal. This product works best with fiberglass shells or sheet metal flange that are 1/8" to 3/16" thick. Both openings must be exactly the same size for this boot to fit properly.
$16.50 per foot
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Order 546
- Enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the text box
- Check your entries, then click on the "Order Now" button.
Compression Bulb Seal - Part Number 545
Use this seal when you leave the rear slider window in the truck. This product works best with fiberglass shells that are 1/8" to 3/16" thick. You will also use this boot if the opening in the fiberglass shell is much larger than the opening in your truck.
$7.95 per foot
In Stock
Order 545
- Enter the total amount of feet of boot material you need in the text box
- Check your entries, then click on the "Order Now" button.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the purpose of a cowboy camper accordion boot?
A cowboy camper accordion bootprovides a sealed, flexible connection between the cab and camper shell, allowing access and preventing leaks, dust, and wind from entering.
- Do I need glue to install the accordion boot?
The rubber boot does not require glue for installation. It has a spring clip embedded in the rubber. When the boot is placed over a flange, the clip squeezes the rubber securely. The only optional gluing is at the seam using cyanoacrylate (SuperGlue). Avoid petroleum-based adhesives like rubber cement.
- 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 negatively to the rubber. (i.e. rubber cement). See Installing Accordion Boot for more details.