How To Seal A Canopy To A Cab
How to Choose the Right Rubber Boot Seal
You can purchase rubber boot material for your special project. This seal is extruded from hard-wearing EPDM synthetic rubber substance and uses a flexible spring steel clip for affixing to any rim. This material is available by the foot. To decide how much you need measure the distance around your cab opening. You have three options of rubber to make use of for sealing your cabs together.
Quick and Easy Installation
Installing this rubber boot is user-friendly and can be done with few tools. Just fit the seal firmly onto the edge of the window or pass through opening. This creates a tight connection between the two units. Even if you're camping, this seal prevents dust and ensures a dry space during your journey.
Why EPDM Rubber Is the Best Choice for Long-Lasting Seals
The EPDM rubber seal is designed to resist severe conditions such as heat. It's perfect for both commercial fleets. Compared to generic seals, this material retains flexibility. It's a reliable option for anyone looking to preserve their truck cab connection with a dependable sealing solution.
How To Seal A Canopy To A Cab Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| UV & Weather Resistant | Withstands sun, rain, and temperature changes without cracking | Long-term durability for vehicles stored outdoors |
| Custom Length | Get the exact amount you need with no waste or shortages | Great for DIY box truck or custom overland builds |
| Prevents Heat and Sound Transfer | Improves cab comfort by blocking wind and road noise | Useful for sleepers and audio builds |
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.
$8.25 per foot
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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
- 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
- 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.
- I have a truck that I want to install a camper shell on. The shell has a slider and I will need to remove the rear cab window. Is there a procedure when using a boot that insures a watertight seal?
To insure a water tight seal you should consider the accordion boot. In order to use the accordion boot there are a few condition that need to be met.
- 1) Both opening must be the exact same size
- 2) there must be some sort of thin wall or flange to attach the boot. This can be the fiberglass wall or pinch weld around the window opening.
- 3) Both windows will need to be removed.