Spray-on Bedliners

[Zuki]

Which spray-on is the best? I hear many good things about Line-X. Any downsides to getting it over-the-rail? I've noticed the rail is really weak and susceptible to denting easily by simply resting your hand on it. Gimme opinions b4 i go out and do something stupid ???

[bluenote]

I have the Line-X over the rail.  On my previous truck, I had the Ziebart (before they were doing Rhino brand).  Of the two, I prefer the Line-X because it's a tougher material, which therefore allows it to be put on a little thinner.  I also like the look of the finish better, but it is a little more slippery than the Rhino.  Mine looks good and clean over the rails.  I think a lot of that depends on the local shop, and how good they are on the application process.  Check out their work, and go with the one you like the look of the best.  You really can't go wrong with any of 'em if they are applied well (lifetime warranties pretty much take care of any problems).

[99silveradoz71]

After having a hard liner on this truck previously I can say that a spray-in is a no-brainer.  I got a permatech color-matched liner in my 99 nbs.  They went under the rail on mine, and I put a soft tonneau on the top.  I know the rails dent easily, have 1 on mine from before the tonneau, not sure how it happened either.  My liner allows the bed to drain nicely if it does get wet back there due to being uncovered and washing without the tonneau.  Hauling power equipment and handtools, I've found that about the worst you may do is scrape the surface which will result in just the color looking slightly lighter than the usual shade.  I've also spilled gas on it with no ill effects.  Holds up well and allows for a wide variety of uses.  Get opinions from others and go with who's located near you.

[RyanbabZ71]

my rhino liner is great.  M ydad has a drop in and the corners by the tailgate is rusting pretty bad (92 S-10).  That was one reason for me going with a spray in.  Also stuff doesnt slide around.  Well worth the $374

 

Id do it all over again

[TxDoc1]

First, I think they are all good.

 

I have http://www.speedliner.com because the dealer is here. No Line-X or Rhino dealers here. Speedliner claims to be the hardest--whatever

They also can add particles of Kevlar for severe abuse.

 

The prep consists of sanding and cleaning your bed. If you have a new truck, don't watch. The Speedliner site details the prep process, as the others may also.

 

For a kick, check out http://www.bedlinerfacts.com Seems like Penda drop in bedliners wrote all the info. Much of it is not true. Like I said, take it with a grain of salt. I don't endorse it. Mainly for discussion/entertainment.

[WhiteZ02]

Line-X  all the way.  This is my second truck with it and I wouldn't go any other way.  I have seen Rhino chip off.  Speedliner I have seen, but not being abused, it was on my buddy's show truck.  The Permatech is really good if you don't want things to slide.  It is almost like a rubber mat all around the bed, great for moving or things you don't want to get scuffed.  I am one those people who will just put anything in the back and won't think about it.  That is why I went with the Line-X.  Most importantly, look at the shop you go to.  I go to Millenium Linnings in Indianapolis, and they do a great job you can count on.  They will also back there product no questions asked.

[lovette]

Another vote for speedliner.  The dealer in Gulfport did a great job on mine.

[TarheelZ]

I've had a Permatech spray-in for almost 3 years and it's been great!  I've never had to test it out, but their marketing literature says the Permatech liner will "reacquire" it's original shape after minor collisions that do not require sheet metal replacement.

 

I'd definitely go with them again but I would also go over-the-rail with it.  I didn't on this truck but I will on the next one!

[GTCHAS]

I got the Line X,and after a year it looks good

[BDBWTE]

I'm not going to try to persaude people anymore I'm done...I would get what you want, what will make you the happiest... :thumb:

[bummed-n-Md]

I have the Line-X, over the rail ('protects' the rail from my kids).  The local shop here (DECKER LINE-X) does an OUTSTANDING job. :thumb:   I've had mine in since the truck was new (put it on @ 150 miles on ODO by the time I could get an appointment), and have carried some things that would have scratched the he-double-L out of the bed paint to bare metal.  The only thing that happend to my liner was a surface knick.  Didn't even go all the way though.  Unless you look for it, you can't find even notice it.

 

For a long(?) discussion on the differences in the various types, to include 'do it yourself kits',  go to the Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel Regiser (TDR) forum.  There was a very extensive discussion on this very topic about a year ago with some people having experience with both Line-X and Rhino.  Some of the things they talked about is how well each type/brand lasted in different climates (cold, heat, etc).  How 'hard' or flexible the surfaces were etc.  It was very informative and it helped me a lot with my decision.

 

General consensus though was go with what you think is best and above all, get the work done by the local shop that does the best work regardless of brand (all other things being equal).

 

here is the site of the TDR forums:

http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/

[Mortgage Paul]

Do they really have to grind off all the paint or just scuff it up some so it sticks?

 

what about doing the bedrails, just to the curve?  I saw a new Black HD at the local show with black Bedliner sprayed on to just the edge of curve and it looked really clean.  I almost didnt see it, it was so clean..  I wanted to ask the owner what brand it was but no one around.

 

I cant see why they would have to grind off the paint like that Bedliner Vs Spray in site says.

 

This particular trucks line was hard(Not Rubbery feeling) and just had a nice texture.  Not too rough not too smooth.

[Mortgage Paul]

What brand would be preferred for the beds inner fender wells?

[bummed-n-Md]

They only rough up the surface that the bedliner will attach to.

 

At the place I had mine done, they will talk with you about where you want the edge if you go over the rail and the type of texture you want.  

 

The edge on mine is just down over the curve and has a real crisp, sharp 'line'.  The surface is not rock hard, but not rubbery-soft either.

 

I personally would not do any 'under carriage' covering.  I had a real bad experience years ago where the coating actually accelerated corrosion (of course after the warranty was out).  The problem stems from the fact that if the coating gets nicked, you will probably never know it.  Now water can get in and work its damage.  Autobody guys I know do not recommed underbody stuff at all for this reason.

 

bummed

[Mortgage Paul]

I would never do the frame or anthing just the fenderwells but that was my worry as well.  what about just normal rubberized undercoating since water cant really get behind it?

 

Actually what I want is some inner fender liners for the bed of a 2500 HD to keep all the spray off the back of cab and out of the rear bumper.

 

Do the GMC trucks come with inner fender liners in the bed fender wells?