Installing Truck Cap Boot
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 compound and contains a bendable spring steel clip for attaching to any rim. This material is available by the foot. To specify how much you require measure the length around your cab opening. You get three choices of rubber to apply for sealing your cabs together.
Quick and Easy Installation
Installing this rubber boot is user-friendly and can be done with few tools. Just attach the seal tightly onto the frame of the window or pass through opening. This provides a weatherproof connection between the two units. Regardless of whether you're traveling, this seal blocks debris and maintains temperature control during your journey.
Universal Fit: Compatible Rubber Seals for Trucks and Rigs
This rubber boot seal is frequently used in vehicle sealing applications. It's suitable for most mini trucks. Whether you're installing a camper shell or building a DIY rig, this seal offers universal fitment and dependable performance for your cab connection project.
Installing Truck Cap Boot Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetic Finish | Clean, professional appearance enhances your build’s look | Great for show rigs, restorations, or resale appeal |
| Affordable, High-Value Solution | Great quality at a competitive price point | Cost-effective choice for budget-conscious builders |
| U-Channel Orientation Consistency | Both U-shaped edges face the same way for easier installation | Helps avoid confusion during install, especially for beginners |
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
- Can I install the installing truck cap boot by myself?
Most users successfully install the installing truck cap boot with basic tools, soap solution, and occasionally a helper for positioning.
- Does the boot stretch or compress?
Yes, the accordion-style folds allow for both stretching and compression, ideal for movement and flex between vehicle sections.
- Does the installing truck cap boot require glue to install?
No glue is required. The installing truck cap boot has a spring clip embedded in the EPDM rubber that clamps onto a thin flange. You can optionally glue the seam using cyanoacrylate (SuperGlue), but avoid petroleum-based adhesives.