Leer vs. ARE topper?

[ashersdad]

I did a bunch of research back in June trying to decide on a new topper for my truck. I went with ARE and it should be coming in next week. Super excited to have it for this years hunts. Good luck!

 

[tzone]

I used mine like you. Camping in it if I needed to. And did a few times. I had the carpet on the ceiling and walls. I never did get around to getting it in the bed. I will next time though. I really liked it.

 

[Deleted member 38069]

I did a bunch of research back in June trying to decide on a new topper for my truck. I went with ARE and it should be coming in next week. Super excited to have it for this years hunts. Good luck!

Pics and summary of first impressions, please!

 

[Bulldog0156]

So the way to keep dust from getting sucked in the tailgate is to have a window in the front of the topper. Crack the window a hair and you will not suck dust in through the tailgate.

 

[FAIR CHASE]

What are/did you guys pay for an ARE or rather what is a ballpark cost? Been thinking for a while now that I want one for my 2008 crewcab.

 

[Mudranger1]

I just got a A.R.E Z series for my new truck $3000. Now the 2 month wait to actually get it

 

[NYyotekiller]

I picked up this Leer cap a few years ago used for $150. I couldn’t bring myself to buy one for $2k but I didn’t think I did too bad. I did have to replace the locks though as they were seized up But have had good luck with it otherwise.

 

[LuketheDog]

Show me an enclosure device on a pickup bed that doesn’t do this. It’s the nature of the beast.

I put a strip of this down each side of the bed where the tailgate closes, works pretty darn good for keeping the dust out...

https://www.lowes.com/pd/M-D-13-ft-x-1-in-Expand-N-Seal-Foam-Window-Weatherstrip/1000460601

 

[Deleted member 20812]

What are/did you guys pay for an ARE or rather what is a ballpark cost? Been thinking for a while now that I want one for my 2008 crewcab.

New you’ll be starting around 2200.

 

[Deleted member 20812]

I put a strip of this down each side of the bed where the tailgate closes, works pretty darn good for keeping the dust out...

https://www.lowes.com/pd/M-D-13-ft-x-1-in-Expand-N-Seal-Foam-Window-Weatherstrip/1000460601

Yeah, this helps but it sure isn’t 100%.

 

[NYyotekiller]

Yeah, this helps but it sure isn’t 100%.

This is what I use and it seems to keep all the dust out.

https://www.amazon.com/mejor-burlete-seguridad-sello-10-pies/dp/B00IPQWXZQ/ref=pd_bxgy_3/142-5597522-7754855?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00IPQWXZQ&pd_rd_r=a14a61fc-b552-41f6-a9de-39bf05c9965c&pd_rd_w=wlQMw&pd_rd_wg=mrVTd&pf_rd_p=ce6c479b-ef53-49a6-845b-bbbf35c28dd3&pf_rd_r=T5SAF4C1BE1DW3YBGN9W&psc=1&refRID=T5SAF4C1BE1DW3YBGN9W

 

[LuketheDog]

Yeah, this helps but it sure isn’t 100%.

Nothing will keep all the dust out of a topper, especially when doing things like chasing antelope in Wyoming...

 

[Deleted member 38069]

New you’ll be starting around 2200.

For the Z or CX series?

 

[ashersdad]

For the Z or CX series?

I ordered the Z series and with a couple small extras, I'll be just under 3k.

 

[HandgunHunter]

I run an ARE on my tundra. I sealed up the tailgate with a gasket kit. I still get dust through the very top edge of the tail gait. It’s pretty good. Couldn’t imagine hunting out of a truck without one now.

 

[grizzly_]

Keeps water out well, but there are gaps in the tailgate area that let dust in. It's pretty minor, but it happens.

Show me an enclosure device on a pickup bed that doesn’t do this. It’s the nature of the beast.

Okey dokey. Leer topper with Bedrug. Never a speck of dust or water.



I think the Bedrug sealing the bottom of the tailgate and the window going over the top is a great setup for keeping out the elements.

 

[Mosquito]

I think its another ford chevy debate. Ive had both and both have there issues. I vote for whatever you get a better deal on. I also built a camper/sleeping platform in mine also. I paid 650 off Facebook marketplace so deals can be found if your not in a hurry

 

[Deleted member 20812]

Okey dokey. Leer topper with Bedrug. Never a speck of dust or water.

Glad it works for you. Looks sharp. I’ve sealed the entire back end of mine. I’m firmly convinced the moon dust in this part of the world can permeate glass. Hell, I see it coming in around my pickup door. If it’ll do that, there sure as hell isn’t a topper around that will stop it.

 

[hank4elk]

Got this Snugtop in 2004. Has the enforced frame & carpet lining. Never found a way really to keep Sierra, nor NM dust out. But it has held up amazingly well & carried some big loads.Spent many a night in it .

 

[Finnman]

I've got a 13 f150. Just bought a Leer made to fit for 100.00. Found it on marketplace. Lots of toppers for sale on there.