Pick Up Truck Sliding Cap
How to Choose the Right Rubber Boot Seal
You can purchase rubber boot material for your special project. This seal is extruded from long-lasting EPDM synthetic rubber substance and has a flexible 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 several alternatives of rubber to employ for sealing your cabs together.
Tips for Getting the Right Fit
To specify how much you require measure the length around your cab opening. It is important that both openings are exactly the equal size. Make sure to measure the opening before ordering. Every installation is different.
Why EPDM Rubber Is the Best Choice for Long-Lasting Seals
The EPDM rubber seal is designed to survive challenging conditions such as UV exposure. It's tailored for both daily use. Compared to low-grade seals, this material offers more protection. It's a smart investment for anyone looking to upgrade their truck cab connection with a dependable sealing solution.
Pick Up Truck Sliding Cap Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Blow-Through Compatible | Perfect for stereo mods and custom subwoofer enclosures | Used in high-performance truck audio builds |
| Compressed and Expanded Flex | Adapts to body movement and misalignments | Maintains seal during travel, loading, or frame shifts |
| 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
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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 boot myself?
Yes, most customers install the boot themselves with basic tools. A helper and soapy water can make the process easier.
- What is the purpose of a pick up truck sliding cap?
A pick up truck sliding capprovides a sealed, flexible connection between the cab and camper shell, allowing access and preventing leaks, dust, and wind from entering.
- I am getting a camper shell with a sliding glass window so I am taking the window out of my pickup and it looks like the Compression Boot would be what i need, I am wondering which is the best to get the Compression Boot - Part Number 540 or the Compression Bulb Seal - Part Number 545?
Both boot function the same. We carry both types as different cap manufacturers will use one or the other. But there are slight differences between the two styles.
The flap seal 540 is a single layer of rubber that presses against the cab. In order to seal the edge is a single straight flat edge.
The bulb seal 545 is different in this way. It has a rounded edge. the rubber is double walled with an empty cavity. The material is slightly softer and will conform to the shape of the truck.
Both seal perform similarly. When it come to which one it is really a matter of preference.