How To Seal A Cap To A Cable
How to Choose the Right Rubber Boot Seal
You can acquire rubber boot material for your special project. This seal is extruded from tough EPDM synthetic rubber substance and uses a bendable spring steel clip for affixing to any rim. This material is available by the foot. To find how much you need measure the length around your cab opening. You have 3 options of rubber to employ for sealing 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 tightly onto the thin wall of the window or pass through opening. This ensures a tight connection between the two units. Whether you're traveling, this seal prevents rain and ensures interior comfort during your journey.
Why EPDM Rubber Is the Best Choice for Long-Lasting Seals
The EPDM rubber seal is designed to survive extreme conditions such as UV exposure. It's perfect for both off-grid builds. Compared to low-grade seals, this material lasts longer. It's a solid choice for anyone looking to enhance their truck cab connection with a dependable sealing solution.
How To Seal A Cap To A Cable Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Vehicle Fit | Works on trucks, vans, semi cabs, and custom enclosures | Versatile for commercial and recreational conversions |
| 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 |
| Audio Blow-Through Compatible | Perfect for stereo mods and custom subwoofer enclosures | Used in high-performance truck 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
- Is the accordion boot waterproof?
Yes, when installed correctly, it creates a watertight and dustproof seal between compartments.
- 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 flat bar 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.
- Can you make the accordion gasket in different colors?
Sorry the boot only comes in black. We have never tested it, but the rubber is epdm and with the right paint is can be colored. From the research the recommended paint should be an acrylic coating specifically designed for epdm rubber. Usually this is paint for roofing. Latex paint should be avoided.