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Finding a used Camper shell

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by jesusjones142, Apr 14, 2019.

  1. Apr 14, 2019 at 10:12 AM
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    jesusjones142

    jesusjones142 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Is there a website or anything dedicated to finding used campershells?

    I'm trying to get a standard shell, bed topper for my truck so I can get out to the parks and start camping but I cant find anything for my 15 DCSB in MGM. Ive been looking for months and turned up nothing. I check here at least every few days, FB marketplace, CL, etc. Nothing.
     
  2. Apr 14, 2019 at 10:17 AM
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    jproffer

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    Finding toppers for our trucks...or at least ones that were actually made for our trucks, not just one that "will fit....kinda" is a waiting game. There are guys on here that have hunted around for years to find one in their area. As far as that goes, there are guys that have waited years to find one that was "only" 5 hours from home.

    Keep after it. I'm still on the hunt too after "only" a year or so of really looking. As far as a dedicated website, this one is about as close as you'll get to finding something MADE for your truck, as far as I've found anyway.

    Sorry couldn't be more help. Good luck in your search.
     
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  3. Apr 14, 2019 at 10:19 AM
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    jesusjones142

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    My god that's rough. I dont want to wait years but I also cant justify paying 2500 to have a new one built.
     
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  4. Apr 14, 2019 at 10:26 AM
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    Muddinfun

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    Ask a local body shop about how much they would charge to paint one to match your truck, if you strip all the windows out of it yourself. Then decide if it's worth it to buy used in a different color and have it painted.
     
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  5. Apr 14, 2019 at 12:13 PM
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    doorsidedown

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    Been on the hunt for a while. I found a snugtop at the price I wanted, guy backed out on me the day before I was to pick it up because he wanted to sell it to his nephew...
     
  6. Apr 14, 2019 at 12:40 PM
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    aires 3D mats, scan gauge II, rear differential breather relocation, and bakflip G2 bed cover.
    where are you located
     
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  7. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:14 PM
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    jesusjones142

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    NorCal but I’d go as far as so cal if need be.
     
  8. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:20 PM
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    cruisedon66

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    Defrost mirrors, compass/temp display rear view mirror, rear wiper on camper shell, trans.cooler.
    Some of the camper top stores deal in used tops and might have one someone traded in.
    You might try a wrecking yard too.
     
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  9. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:25 PM
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    MomoFire93

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    Yeah if anyone knows a website that would be good to know, I have been trying to sell mine for a little while. For a 1st gen double cab though, 2003
     
  10. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:33 PM
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    fixnfly

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    After searching craigslist for a year or two, I found mine in a newspaper ad of all places. No picture just 3 lines and a phone number.

    8-18 016.jpg

    I did pass up a nice deal on a black cap because of a huge sticker that had a presidents name. I figured that even if I peeled it off, the shadow would still be there.
     
  11. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:35 PM
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    Defrost mirrors, compass/temp display rear view mirror, rear wiper on camper shell, trans.cooler.
    It would help us if you could please list the length your looking for and what city your near.
    I'm not going to try and find out what size a 2000 whatever bed length is.

    I'd be happy to look in your area and post them here or message you.
     
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  12. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:38 PM
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    Defrost mirrors, compass/temp display rear view mirror, rear wiper on camper shell, trans.cooler.
    I found mine last month for $200 on Craigslist. Has one broken window on the side with plexiglass installed.
    Still a bargain!
     
  13. Apr 14, 2019 at 1:55 PM
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  14. Apr 14, 2019 at 2:04 PM
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    Car-Part.com to check the salvage yards in your area..
     
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  15. Apr 14, 2019 at 2:34 PM
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    taco912

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    Luck and persistence. Mostly luck. Found mine on the Bay Area CL after checking morning and night for a month. Close color with Yakima racks and 1.5 hour drive. Needed some love and a few $$. I did reach out to sellers of trucks with shells to see if they would separate, no luck there.
     
  16. Apr 14, 2019 at 5:29 PM
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    aires 3D mats, scan gauge II, rear differential breather relocation, and bakflip G2 bed cover.
    I have a silver sky metallic but I live in North Fl
     
  17. Apr 14, 2019 at 5:57 PM
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    GT_Charlie

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    I have been looking for one too. 2010 Extra Cab. 6 1/2 foot bed (I think). Located in NW LA (that's Northwest Louisiana, y'all ;-).

    Charlie
     
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    Took me over 2 years to hit pay dirt. When I did it was 20 minutes from my house, matched the color of my truck, and $80.00. Was stoked!!
     
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  19. Apr 14, 2019 at 6:51 PM
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    Facebook marketplace is where I found mine and it was color matched. Drove 2 hours to get it.
     
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  20. Apr 19, 2019 at 5:33 PM
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    ARE cap, wade inchannel vent visors, weathertec floor mats, ranch hand grill guard, tuffy security boxes in bed, lockable tailgate handle. Still have stuff that needs to be installed and still have stuff ordered lol.
    i found mine on ebay seller had 2 of them.
     
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