The Top Truck Cap Accessories
So you’ve finally decided on a truck cap. Now you need to pick out the truck cap accessories.
This can sometimes be a difficult decision. To help you out, here are some truck cap accessories to consider.
- Roof Rack – Whether it’s for travel or work, a roof rack will come in handy. Many people choose roof racks as a truck cap accessory. When purchasing a truck cap, be sure to get the roof’s weight capacity if you plan on installing roof rack.
- Slide Access Doors – This makes it very easy to reach in and grab items in your truck bed. If you get slide access doors, make sure they have the right security features so they stay locked and secure.
- Headliner – A headliner adds insulation to your truck bed keeping it warmer. It also protects the fiberglass shell of your truck from scratches. A headliner keeps your truck cap looking nice and clean.
- Hanger Rods – These are great for hanging clothes as well as other items in your truck. It’s great when you’re moving or if you’re going on a trip.
- Window Tinting – If you don’t want people to know what you have in your truck bed, you need to get window tinting. It helps to better secure items in your truck.
These are just a few truck cap accessories to consider. Check with your truck cap manufacturer to find out what other accessory options are available.
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The Top Places for Football Tailgating
If you love football, you probably also love tailgating.
Here are some of the best places in the country for tailgating.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Kansas City, Missouri) – We’re a little biased, but Kansas City has some of the best tailgating in the country. Great barbeque and great fans make tailgating at Arrowhead Stadium lots of fun!
- LSU Tigers (Baton Rouge, Louisiana) – BleacherReport.com call this the “biggest party in college football.” We agree with them. It’s a great place to find good Cajun cooking and lots of night games.
- Green Bay Packers (Green Bay, Wisconsin) – Forbes Magazine names this as one of the top NFL tailgating spots. There’s a lot of history at Lambeau Field. It’s a great atmosphere for football and tailgating.
- Notre Dame (South Bend, Indiana) – At Notre Dame, there’s tradition as well as great tailgating. Fans pack the parking lot around Notre Dame Stadium for tailgates. There’s grilling, cheering and lots of fun.
- Dallas Cowboys (Arlington, Texas) – This one probably wouldn’t have made the list a few years ago. However, the new Cowboys Stadium is a great place to watch a game and tailgate. It’s a must see!
No matter where you tailgate, be sure to secure your grills and other items when you’re watching the game. Having a truck with the latest truck tailgating accessories as well as a truck cap can help keep your belongings safe.
Where is your favorite place to tailgate? Leave your comments below.
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The Three Most Underrated Truck Accessories You Need
When it comes to truck accessories, bed liners and truck lid products get all the attention. We should know. We’re a truck cap manufacturer.
If you’re looking for other accessories to get for your truck, you should consider taking a look at these accessories.
You might be surprised how they improve the look and feel of your truck.
- Truck Bed System – These are sometimes called truck bed slides. This is a great way to keep the back of your truck organized. A truck bed system is a sliding tray that you install in your truck bed making it easy to access those hard-to-reach items.
- Heavy Duty Floor Mats – If you want to protect the interior of your truck, invest in a good set of heavy-duty floor mats. They’ll keep mud, dirt and other debris from getting trapped in the carpet inside your truck.
- Truck Cap Accessories – There are lots of additional accessories that you can add to a truck cap such as ladder racks and storage shelves. Check with the manufacturer to see what accessory options are available.
- Grille Guard – Many think this is just a cosmetic accessory. But a good grille guard can help if you do a lot of outdoor activities with your truck.
- Mud Flaps – Getting a nice set of mud flaps can help protect your truck as well as nearby drivers from rocks and other road debris.
These are a few of the truck accessories that we think are underrated. What truck accessories to you have on your truck? What do you think are the most underrated truck accessories? Leave your comments below.
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Most quality truck lids and truck caps should last the life of your truck.
However, there are times where they may need to be replaced. Here are a few signs that you may need a new truck cover.
- Cracking – If your truck cap or lid is showing signs of structural cracking it may be time for a new one. But before you go out and buy a new one, check the warranty. If the truck cover is fairly new, it may be covered by the warranty.
- Color Fading – Depending on the quality of the truck cap or tonneau cover, the paint may have faded over time. To protect against this, make sure you get a cap or lid with quality PPG brand paints. Also be sure to properly clean your cap or lid.
- Damaged or Worn Parts – If the latch is worn, you may have to get a replacement lid. But before you do, check to see if the manufacturer has replacement parts.
- Leakage – If your truck cap or tonneau is no longer water tight, it’s probably time to get a new one, unless you want soggy cargo.
If you’re looking for a solid truck topper or truck bed slides that will last the life of your truck, visit ATC Truck Covers. We have lots of durable truck covers at great prices.
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At some point you’re going to need to purchase a new truck.
Here are some signs that it might be time to start looking for a new truck.
- Expensive Repairs –If you’re visiting the repair shop more often than you visit your favorite drive-thru restaurant, it may be time for a new truck. When repair costs start costing more than the value of the vehicle, that’s usually a good sign to start shopping.
- Truck No Longer Meets Demand – If you use your truck for work and it’s no longer meeting expectations, you’ll probably want to start shopping around. A truck that doesn’t have the right payload or towing capacity isn’t going to cut it.
- Expensive Gas Prices –If you’re looking to save a little money on fuel prices, you may want to purchase a newer truck. Ever year, truck makers are improving fuel economy standards. This can especially help if you’re driving an older truck. You can find more on new truck fuel economy on the U.S. Department of Energy website.
- Emissions Issues – If you live in an area with emissions tests, you may want to get a new truck if it’s failing every single year. Repairs to pass the emissions test can sometimes be expensive.
- Family No Longer Fits – If you’ve got kids squeezing into the back of your truck, you may want to consider buying a new truck with more cab space. There are lots of great new as well as used models that can comfortably fit a family.
These are five points to consider when thinking about buying a new truck. Have you recently purchased a new truck? Talk about it on our Facebook Page!
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So you’ve just purchased a new truck, and you’re looking for some accessories.
To help you out, here is a list of the top five truck accessories that you’ll want to consider.
- Truck Caps or Lids – This is a must for any new truck, and we’re not just saying it because we make them. A good truck cap or lid will enhance the look of your truck and also protect precious cargo from theft as well as the elements.
- Custom Floor Mats – Custom floor mats are a great way to spruce up the interior of any truck. If you use your truck for construction or lots of outdoor activities, you may want to consider heavy-duty floor mats.
- Grille Guards – A grille guard can really enhance the look of your new truck. When purchasing a grille guard, make sure it matches the style and look of your truck.
- Towing Accessories – If you’re going to be towing things, it’s a good idea to get your truck ready after you purchase it. Think about what type of hitch you’ll need. HitchInfo.com has some great information on truck hitches.
- Lighting – Another great option is adding some additional lighting features to your truck. You can add roof lighting and grille lighting as well as modify taillights with different covers.
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