Shell and Roof Top Tent FAQ

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I'm constantly asked about my shell, the roof top tent, and the pros and cons of the setup. I figured I may as well make a video on the subject. Hopefully it'll help someone who's considering a similar setup with their decision. It's not the greatest, and I'm no expert so take it all with a grain of salt and go easy.
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@erichouston8247 4 года назад

Bought this same canopy really based on this thorough review. I have to say, if Leer is watching, I would full reimburse this gentleman. He had made you a lot of money...

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

You hear that Leer!!!! Thanks for the compliment man. I just figured people kept asking the same questions, so I might as well make the video to help someone out. Glad it helped you make the decision. Enjoy your shell!!

@artwebb6939 5 лет назад

I've had 3 different shells, all used. All installed by myself, and all 3 were watertight Dunno what's up with yours, but shells should not leak

@phoneone1371 5 лет назад

Agree if its semipermanant i silicone them also

@vyger6336 4 года назад

I had a shell on my 2000 GMC 4x4 ...never leaked a drop in the bed. I have a 2019 Tacoma now but no shell just a bed cover..maybe the problem is the way the Tacoma is designed

@michaeltillman3146 4 года назад

Same here. Glass top on my Chevy and snug top on my ram and I've never had water getting into truck bed.

@MarkJones-sk6vk 4 года назад

I had the same model on an 09 f150 no leaks.

@duvalpenny100 4 года назад

Same. Why even buy a shell if it's letting water in? Maybe it was his definition of water proof, but If I paid $2300 for a shell and I'm getting puddles of water in the bed, I'd be pissed.

@Deerfish100 8 месяцев назад

I just got new shell and I’ve noticed on really rainy days it takes on water not bad but it dies leak right were you pointed out! So I don’t feel so bad the hear that they all leak👍🤣

@TravelingNobodys 7 месяцев назад

Some people took that comment as a straight personal attack. It's wild and they legit got angry. I was just spitballing ideas on the video, but yeah they most all leak for sure in certain spots. Try some butyl rubber crammed in the front edge gaps. 👍🏼

@GetReal17 2 месяца назад

Add some butyl where it leaks. Press it in just like puddy. Works great!

@mattinthehat22 3 года назад

Thanks for going over the actual features of your shell. So many videos don't get into that. You're gonna LOVE that window to access the cab. Plus, with the rug liner, you could run the truck for heat briefly to warm up in the morn if you were sleeping in there (not for long without an exhaust snorkel). FWIW: I think your shell is pretty well water proof, just the Tacos have gaps for draining water if submerged. Rubber covering the gap between the bottom of the tailgate & bed is a great idea. It wouldn't look great, but maybe a magnetized rubber strip down the sides of the tailgate if you're going to run a dusty trail (or thru heavy rain). Take'em off when the weather dries out or you're back on pavement. $2300 for the shell with the roof rails and carpet liner in '19 means it's going to be $4k+ now - LOL!

@GreyWolfe 2 года назад

I just ordered a 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro. I really like your set up. I'm considering a Decked system. Great video.

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

Thank you for the compliment and congrats on the new truck!!

@kkaalaas 4 года назад

what brand cap rack?

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Prinsu Design

@iTrove 5 лет назад

Really nice review. Almost enough to put the aging Taco back into consideration when the day comes. Nicely done.

@mrmarkspencer8314 5 лет назад

Take any truck, with a cap, under water, and you'll get water in the bed. Not "water proof". Most caps however, are "weather proof", and won't get wet in rain, snow etc. if fitted and installed properly. Using them for decades, and no problems in that respect. BTW, mine have all been Canadian made, and yes, most Canadian trucks have beer holders built in to the tailgate............

@noahshaw4995 2 года назад

Take any truck under water an get water in your intake... "NOT WATERPROOF" DUMBEST shit I've heard lmao

@brendawright5899 5 лет назад

Mine's a capit on a 2013 taco. Never had water in it. Been up the Dempster with it. Waterproof but not dust proof

@katyamato1347 5 лет назад

Leer is Top heavy that makes uncomfortable to drive. Almost 400LB. Some other Competitors makes 200LB. Water gets into truck bed when it’s rain bad. I feel sorry for my new Taco that I put this stupid Leer design top on. I feel like get a chain saw and cut this Leer top in pieces and trash it.

@oot-n-aboot 5 лет назад

Nice overview and assessment, mate! And great looking rig. Love that you make sure folks understand the difference between dynamic and static weight. And you're right, truck shells are *not* water proof. A quality one is incredibly water tight, however. I've spent many a wet days and nights in pretty thick storms without any leaking in my Snugtop. Something I've learned over the years to keep an eye on is the shell brake light. I've found is that I have to retighten the light retaining bolts every year since they loosen with all the bouncing around and vibration from driving off road. And because of that, small amounts of water can find their way through the seals. But it's an easy thing to manage. And thanks for showing the Mountain Hatch board. Hate that ribbed slick tacoma liner. Gonna head over there and place an order right now. Cheers!

@bigriver3278 3 года назад

locktite

@jasons6307 Год назад

Does anyone have a guess of how much of a lift he has on this, I like the height!

@TravelingNobodys Год назад

It is about a 2' lift. Not that high at all. I actually had a bunch more I could crank the coilovers.

@jacobmiller391 2 года назад

Great video. My Tacoma is on the way. What rock slider is that? Did you go with new bumpers and a lift? If so, what kind? Thank you!

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

The sliders are from FabZone Armor in San Diego, CA. THey ship and you can find them on Instagram. We did end up putting C4 Fabrications bumpers on the truck and you can actually see our truck displayed on their website! The lift was comprised of Elka 2.5" shocks, Dirt King Upper and lower contgrol arms, and Dobinson Heavy leaf springs and sat at around 2.5" of lift.

@999Unstoppable 5 лет назад

Nice taco. You can replace the wood 2X6 with aluminum rectangular tubes so you won't need to worry about future cracks or need a center support beam.

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

I'm certain you could. Just cut them to length and I'm sure it would work fine.

@ThatGen2Taco 8 месяцев назад

This I want but prices have shot up since then it seems. Got a quote for almost this exact model and setup for $3800!

@935AV 8 месяцев назад

Unfortunately that is what I've heard from many people. You're not the only one who's told me that prices have skyrocketed. It's unfortunate that the shells are so freaking expensive now.

@mplafferty 4 года назад

I was trying to place your voice for most of this video and then I figured it out. Very Robert Downey Jr.

@stevejazzband 4 года назад

My wife and I lift my cheap ass 500 used cover in between my rack all the time. Get you a rachet set and you're golden. Don't trip homie.

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Not tripping at all haha. I was merely pointing out that people may want to be aware it's not just an easy on and off kind of thing. Anyhow, I don't even have this shell anymore, so definitely not losing sleep over it. :)

@alexanderweaver8650 4 года назад

This rig is sweet! I love how you've set it up...well thought out and functional. I normally don't like shells over a pick up bed but this one is super nice. The carpeting is a great idea and adding all the patches provides a good conversation topic at camp. You've got me thinking about adding a shell should I opt to buy another pick up to replace my SUV. BTW I dig that mustache...reminds me of Robin Oulds, an ace pilot during the Vietnam Conflict.

@GoldenRoseRecords 2 года назад

I found a leer 100xl with leer slide out locker, liner, led 12 volt lights. Installed for $4500 is that a good deal?

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

Prices have gone up drastically in the last few years. Whether that's a good price depends on what else you can find in your area and whether you can save a few bucks on something that is in stock versus a custom order.

@masonp5083 3 года назад

How’d you swing this for $2300? I was quoted $3200 for the same setup!

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

I misspoke in the video. In actuality I paid $2,800 after calling all the dealers within 100miles with requests for an identical spec'd out shell.

@morgenhoop Год назад

FYI, it can be made waterproof....

@angiesparks4684 5 лет назад

Great video. I came away with some ideas for my Frontier. My Leer will be ready in August. It will have two functions. 1-it’s going to be a living room away from home. I commute to work. Drive a school bus. I have way too much time between my runs. So, I making myself a place to retreat to. 2-camping. I can take out the lounger and make a bed, carry gear etc, and camp. Your tape at the tailgate is great 👍🏻 I will be doing that.

@jeepster1010 2 года назад

Is that Silver Strand State Park? I live 2 minutes from there and would love to pick your brain!

@TravelingNobodys Год назад

It is! Nice eye. Are you still in the area?

@rexmago9966 5 лет назад

Thanks so much for doing this video. I too have a 100XR on my taco and I’ve Been holding back on purchasing a rooftop tent because I wasn’t sure on structural integrity with added weight on top.

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

No real issues so far. Go for it!! **warning - not responsible for any... Hahaha 😁

@callahanwelsh 3 года назад

Aloha and mahalos brother for doing this video with the cargo net. There are very little videos on it, and I know there are lots of people that want to see how they work. Also, where can I get windoors? Aloha from MauiWaui.

@935AV 3 года назад

ALOHA!! I got the windoors directly through Leer when I bought the shell. 🤙

@joeholmberg250 5 лет назад

Nice rig. I wish I'd gone with a 6' bed vs 5.2' one.

@ibetrollintheybehatin6857 4 года назад

LOL i feel the same way. I have a '19 TRD OR crew w/short bed. Every time I see the long bed it looks like a land yacht... and I am glad I have the short bed for looks, (to me they look way better) and if you have a wife, gf, etc that extra length could mean the side of you truck being destroyed... The shells cost the same, but for wheeling the short beds take the cake (again, to me). I am putting a shell and am going to try and sleep in it just to try.. I'm 5'11''... wish me luck

@dspen7030 4 года назад

This a 6ft or 5ft bed?

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

6 foot 👍🏼

@martinbaird1406 Год назад

It sounds to me like the shell is waterproof, the truck box isn't

@ALEX-ts8pb 4 года назад

Just bought my wife a 19’ RAV4 love the way it drives and never owned a Toyota before took it off road in search of a Christmas tree. Cannot wait to purchase a Toyota Tacoma I can only imagine the capabilities I’m barely finding all these videos now

@giancarlosantillan4556 5 месяцев назад

I want this build but for a single cab Tacoma 2001

@TravelingNobodys 5 месяцев назад

That would be a rad setup!

@geoknee 4 года назад

I’ve had two shells personally, and my dad have 3. I have never had a leak, ever!

@Caadmandu 3 года назад

yep i have a snug top shell on a 2002 f250 diesel. never leaks. not sure what this guy is smoking and i think he is full of it..... how would he know anyway? has he owned them all on every vehicle? a little arrogant.

@charless.barcus8346 4 года назад

Great info. Question about the cap rack. I noticed they are not level or even. Looks like the bed cap rack sits little taller then the cab rack. Have you fixed it or not worried about it?

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

They never really lined up. I never really cared to much though. It wasn't off by much, but I would have had to put a bunch of spacers under the feet in one side and it just would have been to much work.

@bearburrell6104 4 года назад

metal pipes wrapped in insulation and gorilla tape work great for cross-beam bed supports

@staleruins1985 4 года назад

Just got the same topper with sliding windoors and Thule ladder racks. Windoors open almost straight up and hit Thule racks. Did you get different strut shocks on yours so they didn’t open that far?

@935AV 4 года назад

I did not change the struts. The rack I had did not hang over the sides like Thule racks do, so their was no clearance issue with the windoor. I'm sure you could find some shorter length struts to avoid the contact with the rack.

@gfinnstrom 5 лет назад

great video that blanket looks like a body under it :)

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

Hahaha, maybe. 😎

@rdphoto2 Год назад

Nice informative video. I have just installed a Leer 100xR on my 2023 Frontier. A question I have is did you any additional to seal the cab to stop water besides the Butyl Rubber on the bulkhead? Anything to the sides after the initial install? Thanks.

@TravelingNobodys Год назад

Just the butyl on the leading edges of the bed and some other sealing efforts around the tailgate. Aside from that the bulb seal did all the work.

@chevy4x466 5 лет назад

Poor mounting system, I would expect more from leer

@OMGWTFLOLSMH 4 года назад

Lazy engineering dept.

@karllastinger8999 4 года назад

good video . love truck mustache looks stupid sorry just truth

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Well, at least you're honest. haha

@jhonalvarez3486 5 лет назад

I really like your shell! Would you provide a information where to buy it? I will really appreciate. Nice Tacoma looking forward to do my as your.

@SteadySpin 4 года назад

my cap slid as well. i also have a leak issue in the front. i filled that hole with foam... i agree what a fail area sucks at the tail gate as well.. Great truck, looks like we are almost twins

@yiannikostantinidis4183 2 года назад

Tried to see if you answered this question but couldn't find it. Did you opt for Frameless Hidden Hinge Curved Rear Door ? Was that an option? I'm looking into getting a leer but the brochure isnt listing the hidden hinge as an option for the XR, only the XQ.

@935AV 2 года назад

I can't remember what the door option was called, but the shell I had was a XR model and I was able to upgrade to the frameless, twist lock/hidden hinge door. It's a really great option and I recommend it as it's the only way to have the door wired into the trucks central locking system. Forget the website, find your local knowledgeable dealer and go have a chat with them. Send an email with pictures of you have to. They should be able to tell you what is and is not currently available.

@yiannikostantinidis4183 2 года назад

@@935AV word to the 🕊️

@mango4064 2 года назад

Looking for a camper shell today and didn’t find anything I liked. Will check out LEER XR100. Want one for my long bed as well. Thanks for the video.

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

Glad it helped!

@NoProDad 4 года назад

Looks nice and clean. I like the long bed option as well 👌💯

@melindalamb4701 2 года назад

how did you do the roof hoots? I do thave the bolts for the roof rock

@TravelingNobodys Год назад

They are climbing anchors from Amazon. The holes were already through the shell from the roof rack mounts. All I had to do was find some longer hardware and the anchors bolt right up.

@thebigempty_5792 5 лет назад

I had a 17 nearly identical- no bed cap- funny thing is I bought for better mpg compared to my 99 LX470 - by the time I finished adding stuff to the Tacoma, the mpg were about 13-15....exactly the same as my Lx470 haha- sold the Tacoma. Plus, the LX(land cruiser) has tons of room for storage and IS waterproof!

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

Funny. I average about that. Haha

@MrLarrybyrne 6 месяцев назад

I have the baseline Leer canopy on my 2023 SR5, but would really like to upgrade to this one. I checked out the Leer website, and can't find it anywhere.....think it's been discontinued?

@TravelingNobodys 6 месяцев назад

I'm not sure if it's been discontinued, or maybe just renamed. My best suggestion would be to just contact a Leer dealer and tell them exactly what you want. They're usually pretty good about knowing the ins and outs of all the available options.

@davidwood6171 5 лет назад

My topper is waterproof. I camp in it and leave gear in it year round in Montana. Never had a problem with water. Great video though. Love your setup and the tan Tacoma is awesome as always.

@josegraciano5070 4 года назад

david wood I like to know more about the cab rack and brand. How it’s installed

@pcskier3611 3 года назад

Damn, $2,300!? I just got my Leer for my 2000 Tundra (which is similar size to newer Tacoma) and the same setup...windoors, front window, carpeted top, Thule Tracks...was $3,200!!!!!! Salt Lake City, ordered March 2021 and it took 13 weeks to come in. OH and I didn't have keyless entry! I guess I paid the Covid premium. I met a guy out of Colorado with a Leer on an F150 and he said his was $3,000 plus as well.

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

I misspoke in the video. It was actually $2,800 when I bought it. You are not the first one to catch my mistake 😂😂

@rob21i 5 лет назад

Love the setup! I was thinking about getting the 100xq sport and doing a similar setup but was worried about the weight

@RustySshackleford 3 года назад

That’s why you hold out and find a used shell, mine is virtually identical as this one; paid $500.

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

Awesome deal. Congrats on the score.

@xl6589 4 года назад

That is one beautiful truck! I used to work for Leer West out of Woodland CA back in the early 90’s. Not being bias either but I do agree Leer’s camper the way how they are designed is a lot better looking than most other brand campers out there

@camghowie Год назад

Great Info, Thinking of doing the same thing with my 2022 GMC 2500 with a ARE topper on it. Any issues with the topper since the build?

@TravelingNobodys 11 месяцев назад

I have since sold the truck, but beyond what I mentioned in the video I never had any other issues. The shell was great.

@Squids_Vlogs 4 года назад

Oh my hipster

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Eh, just a mustache, haha

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

@Angelina San Diego 👍

@mryikes9602 2 года назад

So I have the same camper with the same rack so you're saying if I'm parked the weight doesn't matter cuz I'm a big guy man I'm 280 lb wife's about 150 so I'm looking about almost 430 pounds man.... No cave in....

@935AV 2 года назад

The shells are only rated from the factory based on dynamic (moving down the road) loads. They don't rate them at a standstill, at least not that I could find. I'm sure at some point the shell will fail u der a static load, but the racks aren't rated in that sense so it's up to you to determine where you think is safe for your shell.

@TheSASurvival 5 лет назад

For the climbing anchors, what bots did you use and how long? I have the same canopy and mounted my maxtraxx inside of the roof using screw eye hooks but they pull out

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

I can't remember the length. I ran to the local store and grabbed a few until i found the right length.

@jeffdunehew 4 года назад

That's a straight cap no frame right. Aren't those only rated for like 200lb or less since it's just fiberglass? That's why I went with the ARE HD cap.

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Yep, straight fiberglass, no frame. I've since upgraded to a full camper but I never had any failure of the glass.

@BigRandyR 5 лет назад

The wind doors kinda kills the lines imo, but I get the convenience of them. I just prefer the smooth look of recessed solid glass. Nice build!

@peterrocan2542 5 лет назад

Function > Fashion.

@redman2751 5 лет назад

He’s got a boxy roof rack on the truck, an odd shaped RTT, but the lines of the windows is what bothers you.

@Flo-Rida-FPV 4 года назад

where can i get the wind doors?

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

I ordered them straight from Leer when I ordered my shell.

@airdreams1 3 года назад

Fyi: You can get a tailgate seal kit... makes it way better!

@cpt_sweettooth 5 лет назад

Total spelt it the way you said it in the video 🤦🏻‍♂️ It’s truly pronounced Ya-kuh-muh 🤘🏼🤘🏼

@ExSolidus17 2 года назад

I’ve been to the LEER website and they don’t show photo examples on the XR100 there’s four different kit options I can eliminate the first two. It’s kit option 3 that have “windoors” and kit option 4 that have “windoors sliders” I’m trying to see which one is the one you have here in the video cause it’s sick! Thanks anybody who can help me

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

The truck in the video has windoors WITH sliders. The 1/4 top portion of the window slides open from the rear of the shell to the front.

@garyreed1821 3 года назад

Thanks for making this video. LEER is a household name in caps, and for the price, it is extremely attractive. Unfortunately, the dynamic and static weight restrictions, have me heading towards the RSI and RDL stainless caps. Keep on truckin'

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

Those are definitely nice caps. They didn't exist when I bought mine, but I would definitely consider them if they did.

@0my 4 года назад

Looks nice. What is the bed length? Looks like a 4 person sleeper. Can you lay flat with door closed?.... Oh. Nevermind

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Sorry for the delay, It's a 6' bed. I can lay in it if I wanted to.

@_siskooo_frank1146 5 лет назад

Dude!!! I feel in love with this video and the great way to explain EVERYTHING!! Hope this gets you motivated to make more videos like this one brother!!! Ohh yeah I like the name of the channel!! @_siskooo_

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

Thanks for the compliment! I'm actually debating if I should make more videos. Some like them, others judge way to harsh. Still debating.

@voltron5128 5 лет назад

@@TravelingNobodys Do it man, I subbed and wanna see more!

@michaelgolden9734 4 года назад

Tres Amigos Offroad Club there are always haters. Please ignore them and make more videos.

@sdrcorbu 4 года назад

You are a talented communicator. You should make videos on any topic that inspires you and screw the low-lifes

@tylerscurti8473 2 года назад

What’s the length/ width on the cap rack? When I type that into prinsu it just comes back with a bunch of random universal racks with different measurements?

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

6' Long Bed Prinsu Top Rack. prinsu.com/product/t2t3-prinsu-toprac/

@michaelnelson3469 5 лет назад

Anyone else think he's hauling a body up there in the front of the shell?

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

🤫

@michaelnelson3469 4 года назад

@@TravelingNobodys Wow. Must be really stinky in there by now.

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

@@michaelnelson3469 😂 buried long ago. Haha

@rmoran113 3 года назад

You recall what size climbing anchors those were? See offered in 3/8 and 1/2”.....I have same set up. You use shock chord or reg 550 para chord? Was it functional? Assume 6 anchors?

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

I used regular 550 p-cord. Mine were 3/8" anchors.

@Yourname3000 5 лет назад

Nicely done, very informative ~

@davidwayne9281 4 года назад

What side steps/running booards are on your truck?

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

They are made by FabZone Armor. You can contact them on Instagram.

@acpreciado 5 лет назад

Is that silver strand? 1904!!!

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

You nailed it!! I take it you've visited there?

@paulbickley658 2 года назад

I liked your additions, I sent a revision to the dealer for mine. Which was twenty weeks out. 🤔 That's how far behind they are. Leer I mean. I added the wind doors and carpet to mine straight from their factory.

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

The windoors and carpet liner are solid additions that you won't regret. I hear you on the wait times these days. We have a new truck on order and we have been waiting since December with no word of when it will be built or arrive. It is brutal.

@donburg4446 5 лет назад

Just a quick question, could you post a detail look at the sleeping platform you built. Thanks you. P.S I have windoors!

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Sorry, I've since removed the platform due to upgrading to something else. All I did to make it was measure across, subtract one inch, then divide by two and that is the width of the two flat boards you sleep on. Measure the length to the back wall in the bed and cut the boards to dimensions. I the wrapped them in a lightweight felt carpet material and used 3M adhesive to hold it on and stapled the edges. Then measure across the bed to the two cutouts for the 2x6 or 2x8 boards to support the platform and voila!! you're done in under $100.

@donburg4446 4 года назад

@@TravelingNobodys Thanks!

@kseepersad2380 Год назад

Hey who makes those climbing anchors you have the P cord running thru you have in the interior of the shell ? Thanks in advance 😊

@TravelingNobodys 11 месяцев назад

I got them on Amazon. They were Naxen Climbing bolts, then I just ran some p-cord through them. It worked great! amzn.to/48JVjBY

@GATORADDAM 5 лет назад

Great review with good information. I've been scouring You Tube for thoughts as I'm setting up my new TACO off road. I decided to go a bit more low profile so I'm having an Undercover Ridgelander installed Saturday. Besides a duel battery setup that's as far as I've gone...... yet! Thanks for the ideas and info!!

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

You're welcome!!

@travisspicer8594 3 года назад

What tires and size are you running and do you have a lift or level going?

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

In the video the truck is running 265/70/17 BFG K02 tires with a 2.5" lift.

@badimpulses17 4 года назад

You might want to install security film on the shell glasses.

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Good idea. I've since upgraded to a Vagabond Outdoors Drifter.

@raisalitangesery 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for helpfull video How much weight can it bear on canopy

@TravelingNobodys 11 месяцев назад

The only weight rating I could find is for the dynamic weight rating, which is 250 pounds. The dynamic rating is the weight the shell can handle when bouncing around down the road. I describe this more, and about the dynamic weight rating around 4 minutes into the video.

@HugDeeznueces 5 лет назад

My SnugTop is waterproof. No, I am not lying.

@integraloutdoors 5 лет назад

Your topper might be, but the Tacoma bed is not.

@peterrocan2542 5 лет назад

@@integraloutdoors It would be if you knew how to make it waterproof!

@Schmitz3 2 года назад

Does your shell get a bunch of dust inside when going down dirt roads? My shell is fairly waterproof, I only get a bit of water around the rear hatch, but dust is another issue, the whole back gets dusty.

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

We did at first, but I sealed the tailgate pretty well with a RokBlok Tailgate seal across the horizontal and some foam trim on the vertical side channels. After that dust still got in, but it was nowhere near as bad and completely livable on road trips.

@frederickcohran844 5 лет назад

Nice looking taco, duder. I dig the mods and color.

@SColmant 4 года назад

It seems that a 4Runner would fit your needs better. I don't see an advantage of a pick-up with a shell over a SUV. Helpful video. Thank you.

@kurtklimisch7498 4 года назад

I just think you are getting the worst of both worlds. It’s not a pickup, its a poor man’s SUV.

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Nah, I needed the space for gear storage. The 4Runner is rather small in the back. When we travel the truck is quite loaded and I'm still pretty happy with my choice with the Tacoma. We have since upgraded to a Vagabond Outdoors Drifter camper though so that changed our setup a lot.

@treasurethetime2463 3 года назад

The lack of security was one of the things that bothered me when I owned a truck. There was this huge Walmart an hour away from our big camping trip we always stopped there after driving many hours. I hated having to worry about my grear in the bed. Nothing was ever taken, but you never really can relax. I guess that's why I got a 4runner.

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

Agreed. I had left things in the bed before the shell as well and it was always worrisome whether it would be there or not when I got back.

@CaptainFALKEN 2 года назад

I was looking at 4runners for this idea. I have the fully loaded tacoma, but even if I did get a topper and do all this, doesn't feel properly enclosed like a 4runner or such. Really don't know at this point but maybe better safe than sorry, and it doesn't break the bank to have two Toyotas hehe..

@joyjoytictac9971 Год назад

where can i order this. but then again I have 2014 Tacoma Double Cab TRD sport

@TravelingNobodys Год назад

Google Leer dealers online and you should be able to search by zip code. They have a shell that is similar (same name) but made for your model year.

@Jack-fd8cx 4 года назад

This was exactly the info I have been searching for! Thank you so much!!!

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Happy to help!

@herowillrose3198 3 года назад

The bed Cap: I would modifying by installed subframes inside the cap for extra supporting, then cut out rectangular hole of roof top completely where for the ten (bags) sitting above, then the ten acting sealed water tight roof top. In this case the weight distribution not on the roof top of the cap when off road. Also, inside the cabin of front and back seats'windowcab, of course water tight sealed area.

@reanderson10 5 лет назад

Nice rig. I almost did the same exact setup except the middle inside shelf. I really wanted to build my own with maybe some drawers and your details on that was helpful.

@neildepaola4224 5 лет назад

Reid Anderson the “Decked” drawer system is really cool. I’ve got it in two of my trucks. Worth it.

@MrBluoct 5 лет назад

Clean! Somewhere along the way these shells became less dominant In the general over-landing community

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

The bed racks have become pretty common.

@Gazziza29 4 года назад

I don't think it's that they've become "less dominant" per-se. I think a lot of the older fiberglass canopies were poorly designed, rattled, and could not really hold much of a roof load. With rutted roads and frequent exposure to sun the fiberglass also cracks and the paint peels/fades. That's why for off-road or "overlanding" use you see a lot more of the aluminum or stainless steel canopies from australian and south african companies hit the US market. Those were specifically designed for off-road use and to take a beating. The ARE, LEER, Snugtops were are designed for daily road use.

@schuckm 4 года назад

Taco_Nobodys is your group still around. Are you in San Diego?

@othess.2718 2 года назад

Are your roof racks same height? I was thinking og getting same racks. I have the same shell. If not same height is there a way to get it even

@TravelingNobodys 2 года назад

The rear was just a tad higher than flush and that's because I had to raise it up just a bit to clear the mounting bolts for the tent to the roof.

@earthheartcenterforconscio6283 4 года назад

Thanks for the great video! It’s been an inspiration for me and my 2019 crew cab Taco in cav blue. I decided to buy the SnugTop Rebel, but went with windoors and factory installed roof rails based on the wise counsel in your video. I’m really happy with the results. Well done! 👍

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Congrats on the new shell and nice color choice. That Cavalry blue is phenomenal.

@sendit2873 4 года назад

holycrap the stash is horrible

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

Thank you 😉

@jbd202 5 лет назад

This is basically my dream setup

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

Thank you! We certainly enjoy it. 👍

@StephenPalencsar 4 месяца назад

how did you get the patches to adhere to the headliner?

@mikes4352 5 лет назад

Very nice set up. Are those BFGs 265s, 285s? I knew that mustache had to belong to a fireman. Mike FDNY E63

@TravelingNobodys 5 лет назад

Hahaha, yep. SDFD here 🍻. The tires are 265/70/17. We're about to go bigger though. 😁

@tpharo34 Год назад

Nice bro I’m waiting on my 100XR. The dealer told me they would install the Thule tracks bc they wanted to make sure the rack would be center with my Cali raised cab rack but I’m sure it was bc they wanted the up charge me 100 bucks install. I am putting the universal prinsu cap as you have. I was told static weight is 600 lbs moving weight 250. I was told it was only 175 lbs….hmm reason I asked dealer was bc I need to calculate total static weight for rear suspension. A good idea to ask dealer to put 2 more bolts to anchor topper. Like your rig👍

@RaynaSpencer Год назад

Short bed ? Long bed? Did they say a difference?

@tpharo34 Год назад

My pickup is a short bed

@SC_XOLOs 5 лет назад

Nice truck, nice setup 👍🏼

@ra64mike29 3 года назад

What's your suspension setup? Truck sits perfect.

@TravelingNobodys 3 года назад

OME BP-51 suspension on a 2.5" lift. I recommend Dobinson springs now. I was running Dakars in the video, but they are junk and have since been replaced with Dobinson.

@voltron5128 5 лет назад

Subbed.....what an awesome detailed review!

@coop42069 4 года назад

I REALLY want this shell. Went to a Leer dealer in Rochester, NY where I live and got a quote for these options on a 100XQ.......it was $5,000!!..... Basic 100R with no add ons...... $2,500!! How far do I have to drive for a reasonable price on one of these? Post your quotes and location below pls

@TravelingNobodys 4 года назад

That's brutal!! Sorry I can't really help. I got mine in California.

@jamesb9780 4 года назад

Nice looking rig. I have the same canopy/shell from Leer on my DCSB Tacoma. I echo your comments on the huge advantage to getting the Windoors, the cleaner look and no condensation from the carpeted ceiling, and also getting the roof rails mounted at the factory. I've had my canopy for about 4 years and it's holding up great.

@wat3rdog25 5 лет назад

I have an ATC shell on my Tundra and paint chips seem the norm. I do like the my aluminum clamps over those bolts you have. But I wish I had that lip clearance from the inner shell lip to the bed track. I can't use the cleats on my Tundra but that could also be due to the bed differences. I like your setup.