Box Liners

TwentyPints · #1 02-15-2005, 02:58 PM

Hello,

I currently have a plastic "drop in" box liner. It is very flimsy and rather cheap. I was thinking about one of those spray in liners, I've only heard of the Ryno Linings. Can anybody tell me how good these work and how long they last...and are they expensive? I also have a hard toneau cover, and would never get one again! I want to rip it off everytime it's frozen solid or won't open far enough.

Thanks.

TexasF355F1 · #2 02-15-2005, 04:07 PM

Rhino is one of the best, some would even say the best liner. It is a little pricey, dont know particular numbers as they can vary, but its worth the cost of preventing rust that you get with the drop-in.

Why do you hate the tonneau? If you have trouble getting it up sometimes, maybe its just yours. Or you could need some greese on the shafts. You would be far more upset with a soft top b/c of the snaps on the side of the truck. And besides they look terrible.

TwentyPints · #3 02-15-2005, 09:23 PM

the cover i have only extends about 3 feet or so. it is very restrictive. when i purchased it through the dealer the got it from a truck accessories store that put it on. at first it marked up the paint on one spot that they had to touch up, because it wasn't put on correctly. when it gets cold here (i live in canada), it is frozen solid and you can't get in the back at all. it was mild today and i could unlock it, i noticed the hinges at the front were all starting to rust. it hasnt even been on a yr yet. it is made by a company called Action. i've seen some that extend higher, but this one was only opens so high. for those reasons i think taking it off and gettin a good liner would be better for myself.

buttnekked · #4 02-16-2005, 01:48 AM

rhino and line x seem to be the main two in the states. Both offer similiar protection but have some differences in texture and price.

Nigel215 · #5 02-16-2005, 06:56 AM

yea, line-x had more grain to it. a little mor stickier...I think they are about the same in price though....i think it can range from like $300 - $400 depending on what size your box is and if you want it under or over the rails.

TwentyPints · #6 02-16-2005, 08:41 AM

i've been reading alot of good things about line-x, and it seems to be the way to go. there is also a line-x dealer in my area... next thing is if i should go over or under the rails. over the rails, i wouldnt have to clean off the sticky gunk left from the padding on the cover but not sure if it would look decent.

Ape0r · #7 02-16-2005, 09:17 AM

I have a Line-x, no complaints. Price was a little steep, I think it was around $480 for my 8' box with over the rail spraying. DEFINITELY better than the drop in I had in my old truck. Looks real nice, tough as balls, and actually has grip, as opposed to my old drop in that only had ribs.

buttnekked · #8 02-16-2005, 10:05 AM

I see quite a few over the rail jobs and they look nice. I imagine the results vary by the installer but the ones I've seen look good.

oldschooldeathwish · #9 02-17-2005, 02:17 AM

You could also try herculiner it is really tough. guys put it in the floor of their jeeps and take out thr carpets

White Lightening · #10 02-17-2005, 08:59 AM

Greetings Twentypints,

Regards the spray in liner - LineX is thicker and is heat baked into the box. Price in USD is $429.00 in our area for 6.5 and 8 foot boxes.

Regards your hard tonneau cover - I'd mention another possibility. Fold-a-cover or Access both make a hard folding cover made of stainless steel and aircraft aluminum. I have one and it is both watertight (I mean it - no water) - and it is so easy to use and adaptable for carrying items and use of the box.

By the way - when I put my cover on - I put in a good quality rubber mat instead of a spray in liner. I call new computer equipment and service tools - the cover and mat keep the cargo safe (lockable) - completely dry (can't get new product boxes wet or it reduces the value) - and it improved my gas mileage too. AND as I mentioned - its stainless steel and aircraft aluminum (cover is about 3/4 inch thick - stainless steel full length hinges and locks).

White Lightening

TwentyPints · #11 02-17-2005, 09:06 AM

White Lightening -- What did a top like that cost you?

The one I have is made by "Action". Have you ever heard of those, or are they just the junk they are selling here in Canada? I found a Line-X dealer in my area, and price for the liner would be $455 under the rail, and $495 over.

White Lightening · #12 02-19-2005, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by TwentyPints

White Lightening -- What did a top like that cost you?

The one I have is made by "Action". Have you ever heard of those, or are they just the junk they are selling here in Canada? I found a Line-X dealer in my area, and price for the liner would be $455 under the rail, and $495 over.

Greetings Twentypints,

In U.S. dollars a Fold-a-Cover or an Access Cover (they look very similar but the Access is an improved model) will run about $550 to $650 depending on shipping and installation (self done or dealer done).

I myself after considerable looking chose an Access Cover and then self installed it. Now it wasn't a difficult job - but it took me about 8 hours over a weekend to do it really "right". I wanted it to fit tight, smooth, and balanced. I custom modified a couple of the brackets for my specific truck needs. the cost and the extra efforts in installation were all worth every penny. I haul service tools and new computer equipment. The cover had to be fully lockable and absolutely rain tight. Water in the box would not do - because the computer equipment is way too expensive to get damaged before delivery. I did not one a fabric tonneau of any kind and I didn't want a "sliding accordian" style cover or a 1 piece. This is snow country - with ice etc.. And strength? I can set an 60 pound laser printer on the cover with no deflection or worry of harm. No movement, rattle, or noise at highway speeds - folds forward for 3/4 access or for 5th wheel uses - folds back 1/4 for front of box access too. I can take mine off entirely in less than 60 seconds.

White Lightening

jethro_3 · #13 02-19-2005, 04:23 AM

A couple of my coworkers have had the Rhino liner installed over the rail and the heat caused the clear coat to peal up from the heat and tape. I have seen 4 new trucks have that problem. Looks nice over the rail but is it really worth it? Everyone of them had to takethe truck back top the dealer and have the clear coat touched up. Just a thought.

bowtieguy · #14 02-19-2005, 09:21 AM

i had my dealer take my truck to rhino liner when i bought it as part of the deal that i would by it if they would have a rhino liner sprayed in. 3 years now and it is in as good a condition as when i bought it. and i have put it through a lot from hauling gravel to oil and fuel spilled all over. the only time i had cargo sliding in the bed is when it was oil soaked but with that all washed out no sliding.i really have no experience with any other liner but i am more than happy with my rhino i do have it under the rail also. there has been times when i wish it was over the rail but i do like the looks of it under better.

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