Truck Cap. Looking for Advice

[ElkChaser]

I'm in the market for a fiberglass cap for my truck (Chevy 6.5 foot bed). I've been looking at Leer and Century as brands but I'm open to other suggestions.

Using leer as a reference, I've been looking at their model 180 mid rise cap. More cargo room than a cab high yet not quite as tall as their model 122 high rise. I thought about the 122 but was afraid it may be too tall when I'm out hunting and driving some of the unimproved roads. I don't want to hook it on tree branches and scratch it up. I'm not worried about the sleek make your truck look like a suburban look. I want cargo room and functionability. Have any of you purchased either of these styles and wish you had bought the other or done something else?

I was also thinking about getting the fold down front window and interior clothes hanger. Have any of you had problems with these options?

Who's got the best deal and customer service? I don't mind paying a extra if a store is going to stand behind what they sell.

That's what I'm looking for. All feedback and opinions are appreciated.

[roguesteelheader]

We have the Astro cap on our 05 Dodge. Good fit and finish it also has a rubber permenent gasket on the bottom of the cap that I really like. Here is a photo.
Pete

[ElkChaser]

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[SandyRiverFisher]

I recently baught a cap for my truck. originally I was looking at a mid-rise like the Leer 180 thinking that the extra cargo space would be useful. then i got out a measuring tape and started measuring things i might like to throw in the back of the truck. My conclusion was that the mid-rise didnt look as nice as the cab high models and still really didnt allow me to load substantially larger items in the truck. For example, with the cab high I got I can load a sofa in the truck but not a washer or dryer. With the 180, I still would be a an inch or two shy of being able to load the washer or dryer upright. The mid-rise really didnt increase practical cargo space, IMHO. As for dealers, i looked at several. All american was one recommended to me, but upon searching the subject found many, many complaints about their buisness practices, ill leave it at that. In the end I went to Leer truck accessories in Clackamas. their prices were the same as everyone elses, nothing real special. However, they have been helpful with all my questions and got the cap to the showroom and installed exactly as they promised. I would recommend them. Ive had no problems with mine as of yet, but it hasnt been on the truck long either. the back door is a little off to one side, but I have an appointment with Leer next week to have that adjusted. All in all its great, and greatly increases my ability to use the truck for family oriented activities, and I think will be great for hunting in the rain, as i can now keep my packs, and archery equipment dry and free from road dirt and dust, PLUS, now that i cant fit a huge bull elk in the back I am practically GUARANTEED to get one this year!!!!!

Seriously though, if you put a cap on your truck and you ever do any sort of hauling, even just helping a buddy move, an occasional trip to the dump, I can see a utility trailer in your future regardless of wether you get a hi or mid-rise cap or not. Just my .

[blacktail]

Snugtop and Leer would be the two brands on my list.

Mike

[Coastalfisherman]

There is a place at the north end of Florence that custom makes aluminum canopies. I bought one there a few years ago and I recall the price being very good. I called them and put a deposit on it. They made it and I went down and picked it up. The mounted it and wired in the brake light and canopy light. Good service. I just can't remember the name of the place.