Tell me about modular truck caps....

[huntsman22]

I spend quite a few nights in my fiberglass shell. It is old and has a few cracks, and a crappy door, but still works OK. I found an outfit that supposedly makes a modular aluminum one for older, fullsize 8' bed pickups. Thinking about upgrading..... How's condensation in them? Tell me any upsides or disadvantages, likes/dislikes.

This is what I'm considering. Thanks, Don

TALON 8' TOPPER - NGHTOWL OFF-ROAD

Talon 8 by NGHTOWL Off-Road - A game-changing aluminum truck topper designed exclusively for 8-foot truck beds, combining unparalleled access, versatility, and durability.Key Features:• 4-Door Configuration: Features two gullwing doors on each side, offering unmatched accessibility and...

nghtowloffroad.com

 

[Whaledriver]

That one looks to be an Alibaba Chinese import. Lots of companies importing those now and putting a healthy markup on them. I believe there was a thread where a guy ordered from China for around 1600 delivered. Seemed to be a decent product. I am looking at a similar setup myself.

 

[huntsman22]

I can't find one on alibaba to fit a '99 F-350 longbed, but these guys do 'em. Thanks

 

[K9kodi]

I think there’s a reason not many notable companies make aluminum modular caps for long beds.
If the fiberglass one isn’t an option for a new one you can always look at a metal work cap. But I’d bet the aluminum one, if new(er) would work just fine.

 

[Ferrulewax]

I came across this video today:

 

[K9kodi]

After looking at it again, they said custom made to order. I’d have to call and see if it’d made in usa

 

[naked wombats]

Worth doing some reading up on nghtowl, they are an importer/dropshipper of the aliexpress Chinese caps.

While there might be something to them having an existing relationship with the actual manufacturer, there are also some people with horror stories.

I was interested at first when I came across them posting a cool looking 8' cap on marketplace, and saw they were a "local" to me company.

I have toyed with ordering direct from aliexpress a few times now, but hadn't pulled the trigger yet.

 

[K9kodi]

I don’t have the gambling balls to try ordering from there haha

 

[K9kodi]

I mean, if they import it or have some stock, sure I’d spend less there then others and no one else I know has a modular 8’ cap.