Tacoma ARE CX Evolve Camper Shell and BedRug - Review and Thoughts

[@teamoildrop]

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[@TN1000W]

Man Ive been researching and going through so many videos on campers, and thought I settled on the leer 100xr. Then I stumbled on this video, already valueing what you do for the Tacoma community. Also you're absolutely right about long beds 🤙

[@teamoildrop]

@@TN1000W 😎 🍻 thanks for the words! I love that cap!

[@tim3308]

"Half dead lightning bug" 😆- content like that is why we're all here. Pro tip: on dusty dirt/gravel roads, for an extended travel time (like me!), open the shell's front window 1" to 2". It helps pressurize the shell which prevents road dust (rear turbulence - that's what she said) from entering through the window/tail gate (oh it will otherwise), coating the back of the bed or stuff you have back there. It really works. When I got my Leer, I had an actual horse trailer type scoop/vent that I was going to install towards the front of the shell roof (cutting a hole in the fiberglass) to really pressurize it. Since they build shells better and better, turns out the window slot trick was enough - no annoying road dust build up. Vent sits on a shelf.

[@teamoildrop]

Dang! That is definitely a pro tip. Keep the dust out of the falcons little beaks 🦅 I’ll be trying that!

[@tim3308]

@@teamoildrop When this subject comes up w/ toppers + dusty roads online (you'll see - even your black tuck will be pretty clean still, despite dusty roads - but the tailgate and rear topper window will be covered in dust - it wants in!) you'll' see guys go for sealing the tailgate gaps/truck bed holes (for water drain) w/ weather stripping, etc. Do NOT do that at all. Sealing it will still let dust in, and it lessons the pressurize effect/trick. You want that "front" air from the window crack to push out thru the tailgate gaps and bed holes, keeping the dust at bay.

[@CNovz]

I have the Leer 100x and BugRug one thing I did that I havent seen around is the Tacoma rubber bed mat over the bed rug. I treat it like the back of an SUV

[@teamoildrop]

Not a bad move at all. When I’m hauling anything that could damage my carpet I’ve been tossing down a tarp.

[@michiganborn8303]

My ARE CX-HD that I had installed around September of '21 didn't come with that type of rear door. I wish I got the roof rails instead of the ARE rack that's more or less permanent. I came here to this video for the bedrug and how you like it.

[@teamoildrop]

These are on my mod list The Editor

[@michiganborn8303]

@@teamoildrop 👍

[@teamoildrop]

I love the rug. Other than then the slight fraying I showed in the video I have zero complaints.

[@michiganborn8303]

@@teamoildrop The shop I bought it from says he runs his dirt bikes in the back and doesn't do any damage to the rug at all.

[@teamoildrop]

@@michiganborn8303 I was tugging at it in the video for testing purposes. It really is great. Tough stuff.

[@donaldstogner9518]

I liked your jokes about the Long Bed vs. Short Beds. I don't have a preference on either, except my short bed barely fits in the garage (with two inches to spare). Hope you and the family are doing well. I imagine with the little one, you are not sleeping much. Not a big camper guy, my dogs prefer the back seat (with air conditioning).

[@teamoildrop]

This is my 5th Tacoma and now first long bed… long beds looked odd to me until I had one, now it’s the other way around ha! And for punishment of my jokes my long bed won’t fit in my garage so I am always covering her to protect from hail (which we have had a LOT of this season in Colorado). I debated getting a camper for a long time usually put off by the price, but I tell you, again it’s one of those things I can’t go without now. The security and peace of mind is unbeatable for me. The family is doing great! Thanks Donald, hope y’all are as well.

[@tim3308]

@@teamoildrop I can confirm vs lands SW of you. You all know how to do hail (we get it some, but we like to do world class freezing rain in winter - the worst!), and you have giant rain drops 😳

[@tim3308]

Falcons!? There will be no room as you're gonna have to fight off Greg Brady (70's Brady bunch) wanting to move into his new bachelor pad w/ the wall to wall and upwall babe magnet carpeting! Why I totally recognize your game - you got the falcorithm algorithm room about right. We do two and a small one comfortably. But yeah SIX in the long bed. Shoot and score. Gotta say your long bed looks outstanding w/ a shell - definite upgrade in looks and functionality. "Rugbed" is the "extra" as my students would say - really sharp (if E-man was 6. he'd make it his little clubhouse. Falcon crap would sadly ruin it. Great video, great purchase. 🤛🤛🤛🤛🤛🤛

[@teamoildrop]

Ha! I’m campion it this weekend up past woodland park. Should be a good ol’ time.

[@tim3308]

@@teamoildrop The virgin voyage! Get that photo of Bigfoot....

[@aaronpayne8774]

Great video oil drop! I really appreciate your channel when it comes to servicing my 16 Tacoma. I know this isnt a question forum, but Id like to ask if you’ve seen any oil seeping in that timing chain cover area? I’m seeing it on mine. Not sure if it’s coming from the inspection cover or the full front cover. Regardless, I had to ask because you really seem to know your stuff! Thanks for all the info!

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you! Man... what year is yours?

[@aaronpayne8774]

@@teamoildrop its a 2016. V6. Im told that was a common issue. But never clarified if its the complete timing chain cover replacement which pretty much requires a engineering degree to replace. Or the inspection cover. 1hr fix

[@teamoildrop]

​@@aaronpayne8774 Mine is also a 2016. "Common" would be more like more unfortunately susceptible in those early runs. That is, until the sealant proceudre was improved by toyota quickly. Unfortunately you probaly do have the dreaded cover leak and this is a timely fix. You'd save thousands of dollars if you buy/borrow an engine jack spend a weekend DIYing it. All I can help with is if the day comes I do contract this issue, I'll make a video out of it!

[@aaronpayne8774]

@@teamoildrop thanks man! As always! Appreciate the info! Keep up the good content!

[@teamoildrop]

@@aaronpayne8774 Additionally, I know people cheap out and "plug it" with some squeeze on sealant like FIPG or similar. That is definitely a way. The leak should be a seep and not under much pressure. Good luck!

[@alexpburd]

Looks great! Can you give details about the wheel/tire size and any aftermarket suspension upgrades? I have a 2023 taco and am purchasing this topper. I like the stance of this truck

[@teamoildrop]

Here ya go brother! I cover each part here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5e5i4mZo7WknsUsi=S47UbhO1GUQnMM6v

[@Alvisr7]

I have a short bed and I appreciate your humor 😂 🫡 also awesome review on this cap! The best video yet man!

[@teamoildrop]

😆 thanks brother! 🍻

[@BMixMyster]

Can you lock it from the inside so it’s locked if you’re sleeping in the back? I know you can get the keyless entry and sync it to your key fob so you can lock and unlock with that, but that’s a pretty pricy option.

[@teamoildrop]

Hey! Sorry this was missed. You can’t technically lock it from the inside but if you wanted you could easily and temporarily disable the cable from the inside so it can’t be opened.

[@johnday4883]

Looking for a camper for my truck really like ARE

[@teamoildrop]

ARE is great, you won't be disappointed. Take a look at Leer as well if you're still in the research phase! -Austin

[@TheTruongVerse]

Could you get a frame rear door instead? With 2 t handles?

[@teamoildrop]

@@TheTruongVerse I believe that was an option on other similar trims… this specific model did not offer it

[@TheTruongVerse]

@teamoildrop yeah.. the side windows are a bit different. Thanks

[@TN1000W]

Just curious why some one would want one over the other (outside of looks) ? Is there a benefit to the 2 Ts handle framed door?

[@TheTruongVerse]

@@TN1000W it would more for security as you could secure it from the inside of you were to truck camp

[@TheDirthound]

Does it leak?

[@teamoildrop]

Not a drop for me! The installers don't like to "guarantee" it being waterPROOF because that suggests liability. It's good to go!

[@toddhubbell752]

cool thank you.

[@teamoildrop]

Our pleasure! Greg the Editor

[@dkrongel]

Tims are ppl too 😂

[@teamoildrop]

The jury is out

[@tim3308]

@@teamoildrop 🤣

[@tomtools5318]

I can fit at least 3.5 falcons in my short bed

[@teamoildrop]

Ha! We are talking adult falcons Tom. Tim may chime in soon and provide further insight.

[@tim3308]

@@teamoildrop Like Sharks and T Rex, the females are bigger in all birds of prey. Often 1/3 bigger. But Males are go go hunters. They don't tend to get as moody/sulky when it doesn't go their way.... not a joke, even though it obviously could be. ;)

[@willknott4796]

To much b roll bro. But thanks for putting the video on.

[@ur_asian_milfoil]

The rear window is crap 💩

[@teamoildrop]

What have you found about it you don’t like? I had the bolts on the opening mechanism loosen themselves once but can’t find another complaint

[@cbgranger11]

​@@teamoildropthink its the corners he's referring to. Something funny about the fitment, seems to stick out at the corners. Question whether it actually seals there.

[@MikeSamuelsII-ve8gp]

I prefer the taller tops that ARE makes as this model is way to small to haul my vintage bikes in unless I pile them on top of each other.I like the TW model because I can haul my bikes standing up, which lessens up the damage they get when laying on their sides on top of each other.. Not into carpeting ( obviously) as I deal in vintage mountain bikes and the carpeting would get filthy , smell bad and have grease stains. Been there, done that. Better to get some closed foam mats and bedrolls if you're planning on sleeping in the back, which most people seldom if ever do during their ownership of a capped truck. Rather spend the money on a tent or hotel room. BTW, the cab is the only safe way to transport dogs as that if they are in the cab you can buckle them in whereas if they are in the back they can be thrown around when making emergency maneuvers . Good looking dog, hope you are responsible and have a harness that buckles in for him.

[@teamoildrop]

@@MikeSamuelsII-ve8gp I definitely did consider a taller model. In the end I went with this for aesthetics really. Oh yeah, Nato is a pro at riding in vehicles now. He just crossed the country in a uhaul cab with me.