How To Seal A Cap To A Cable
How to Choose the Right Rubber Boot Seal
You can purchase rubber boot material for your special project. This seal is manufactured from long-lasting EPDM synthetic rubber compound and incorporates a pliable spring steel clip for fastening to any rim. This material is sold by the foot. To decide how much you require measure the distance around your cab opening. You have several alternatives of rubber to employ for waterproofing your cabs together.
Quick and Easy Installation
Installing this rubber boot is user-friendly and can be done with few tools. Just snap the seal firmly onto the frame of the window or pass through opening. This ensures a secure connection between the two units. Whether you're hauling, this seal keeps out debris and helps interior comfort during your journey.
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How To Seal A Cap To A Cable Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Easy DIY Installation | Simple to install with basic tools | Weekend warrior friendly; ideal for personal projects |
| Forgiving Fit | Can accommodate minor mismatches in height and width | Useful for older vehicles or hand-cut openings |
| Adapts to Slightly Uneven Openings | Flexible enough to seal even when openings aren’t perfectly aligned | Even though it is best that the opening match exactly there is some wiggle room to make minor adjustments for custom truck and canopy installations |
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
- How long will my how to seal a cap to a cable last?
EPDM rubber is extremely durable, UV-resistant, and built to last for years. Proper installation can extend its lifespan significantly.
- What is an accordion boot?
An accordion boot is a flexible rubber connector that creates a weatherproof seal between two compartments, such as a truck cab and camper shell.
- What do you recommend is the smallest radius cut out in the corners of the opening?
The recommended minimum radius is 1 inch for the boot for corners.