Truck Caps

Can the cargo in your truck bed handle rain, dust and prying eyes? A truck cap encloses the bed and gives you a covered cargo area. This category is for you if you use your pickup for work, camping or leisure and want your cargo protected.

What a truck cap does for your bed

A truck cap is typically mounted on top of the bed rails, keeping your cargo drier and better hidden than in an open bed. In this category you will find, for example, Westin EXP Truck Cap, RealTruck Ascend Cap and Bestop Supertop for Truck 2. For the Westin EXP there is also an LED strip for lighting in the cargo area. If you only need to cover the bed flat, tonneau covers or other truck bed covers are an alternative.

How to choose the right truck cap

• Vehicle and model year: The caps are made for specific models and model years, e.g. Toyota Tacoma 16-23 or Ford F-150 15-25.
• Bed length and cab: The same truck can have several bed lengths, e.g. 5.5 and 6.5 ft on the F-150. Also check the cab type in the product name, e.g. CC.
• Color: RealTruck Ascend Cap is available in, for example, Black Metallic, Sterling Gray Metallic and Quicksand, so you can match your paint.
• Supplied in several parts: Westin EXP is sold as Box 1 and Box 2, with the top and the sides with brackets sold separately.

Installation and maintenance

Installation depends on the product. Clean the bed rails first, and check whether any bed liner may interfere with the brackets. Retighten the brackets after the first few trips, and keep an eye on the seals, as leaks typically show up there. If you want to make better use of the cargo area, the cap can be combined with truck bed storage.

Frequently asked questions

Why does it say "Box 1 ONLY" on some truck caps?

Westin EXP is supplied in several boxes, e.g. the top in one and the sides with brackets in another. You typically need to order all boxes for the same vehicle, model year and bed length to get a complete truck cap.

How do I find the right bed length?

Measure the bed on the inside from the front wall to the closed tailgate, and compare with the length in the product name, e.g. 5 or 5.8 ft. Also check the model year and cab type, as the same model can come with several bed lengths.

Does a truck cap need to be approved at inspection?

It depends on the product and the vehicle. Check for the specific part number whether documentation is included, and pay attention to rear visibility, lights and tailgate function. Ideally, clarify the rules with the inspection station before installation.