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TheFactor Enthusiast

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No wonder those bed lights look so romantic [emoji41]

 

 

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TheFactor Enthusiast

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Ha!!!!

Gives a whole new meaning to setting the mood lol

 

 

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TX14Z71 Enthusiast

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I'm at the Line-X dealer now getting my 2015 Silverado Std bed sprayed. I'm freaking nervous and now I'm hearing there's a chance of rain..GREAT!

00Silverado4x4 Senior Enthusiast

00Silverado4x4

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Nothing to be nervous about and even if it does rain the shop should be keeping it indoors until the liner has set up. You've got nothing to worry about man.

Grandpa1 Enthusiast

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It seems like almost everyone wants the spray in liner. Not me. I've been using a drop in liner long before spray in liners were available. I'm old.

I recently bought a 2014 Silverado LT with the 6 1/2 foot bed and bought a Rugged drop in liner for it. Works for me very well.

I've had drop in liners last as long as 5 years and when you pull them out the bed looks like new. Drop in another one or trade the truck off.

I'm too old and hard headed to change now besides it's a lot cheaper.

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SlavO Enthusiast

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I'm getting a line -x on Tuesday there telling me it won't take more than a hour of my time if im there by 8am. Dose that sound right anything i should tell them not to spry ? Im sure thry kno what there doing just wondering about all the screws on the tail gate and the drain holes. And 1 hour sounds very fast.

Thanks for any tips

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TX14Z71

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I'm getting a line -x on Tuesday there telling me it won't take more than a hour of my time if im there by 8am. Dose that sound right anything i should tell them not to spry ? Im sure thry kno what there doing just wondering about all the screws on the tail gate and the drain holes. And 1 hour sounds very fast.

Thanks for any tips

Here's what I learned. I would suggest having them remove all the plugs before spraying, or removing them yourself. I told them I had 4 tie downs so they removed the 4 I requested before spraying. The plugs will go back in the holes if they do it that way. You may not need the access to those, but in case you ever do.

I spoke to the actual people who were going to do the work and told them my concerns (straight lines, drain holes, over spray). They shouldn't remove the side rails so make sure. The less they take apart the better.

Mine took about 2.5 hrs I believe. So the 1 hour they promised would concern me. Make sure they give the bed a good sanding so that the line x doesn't peel later on down the road.

Main thing is to voice your concerns to the people that actually do the work. If you have any spanish speaking friends bring them with you in case there's a communication problem.

SlavO Enthusiast

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Here's what I learned. I would suggest having them remove all the plugs before spraying, or removing them yourself. I told them I had 4 tie downs so they removed the 4 I requested before spraying. The plugs will go back in the holes if they do it that way. You may not need the access to those, but in case you ever do.

I spoke to the actual people who were going to do the work and told them my concerns (straight lines, drain holes, over spray). They shouldn't remove the side rails so make sure. The less they take apart the better.

Mine took about 2.5 hrs I believe. So the 1 hour they promised would concern me. Make sure they give the bed a good sanding so that the line x doesn't peel later on down the road.

Main thing is to voice your concerns to the people that actually do the work. If you have any spanish speaking friends bring them with you in case there's a communication problem.

Thanks I'm sure it's going to take more than a hour I'll be reading your comment when im there Tuesday. And i didnt kno they could keep the lines straight. .. thanks a lot
Ventilator Senior Enthusiast

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I'm getting a line -x on Tuesday there telling me it won't take more than a hour of my time if im there by 8am. Dose that sound right anything i should tell them not to spry ? Im sure thry kno what there doing just wondering about all the screws on the tail gate and the drain holes. And 1 hour sounds very fast.

Thanks for any tips

I don't see it happening in an hour. The prep is the most important part of the process. They will need to bring the truck up to room temp, which depending on where you live could easily take that hour. They should remove the tailgate panel, spray separately, then reinstall. The screws will look just like they do now. You will need to decide if you want your upper tie-downs installed, caps removed, or sprayed over. I chose to have my plugs sprayed over for a cleaner look. I use the bottom permanent tie-downs as the uppers are only rated for 250 pounds. These plugs can be cut out later if you desire to install the uppers. The problem with removing and spraying is they have to go extremely thin around the holes, so the plugs tabs will fit back in and lock into place.

 

I dropped mine off early and talked to the guy that was going to spray it and the guy that would be prepping it for a few minutes before the owner showed up. There was one guy that was going to be waiting for his ahead of me, but I left mine as I didn't want them to feel rushed. I told them to take their time and call me when it was done. This way they could take time to prep it and shoot it in the afternoon. They called me around 2ish and said it was done. They done a great job.

 

I had them shoot on the Platinum Liner. It costs more, but has UV inhibiters and a guarantee to never fade. It is also stronger and much more resistant to wear, scratching, cutting, tearing, etc,.

 

They sprayed mine up over the front rail, and was established before hand. They also sprayed down to the bottom most part of the tailgate encapsulating the tailgate seam where rust usually starts on Michigan trucks. They sprayed the complete sill above and behind the bumper.

 

Just make it a point to let them know exactly what you want up front. I would seriously consider leaving it, or telling them not to rush it. If yours is the first one of the day there may be more people prepping it, and it don't take very long to spray it. But for them to get it up to room temp, tape everything off, prep/clean the finish, shoot the liner, remove tape, I would think it might be a bit rushed. But, they do them every day, so they should know.

 

Don't worry about the drain holes, the liner is sprayed in with high enough pressure to blow through them sealing the edges, but leaving them open to drain.

 

I have some pics up in my gallery if you want to take a look. The yellow Line-X sticker came off the back glass right after the pics.

MikeNH Senior Enthusiast

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The yellow Line-X sticker came off the back glass right after the pics.

I had my 2011 done prior to taking delivery of it. I peeled off the sticker while talking to my salesman. :lol: Dealer sticker I had to wait to do at home.

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I have always wanted to try a bed rug. I figured it was outdoor carpet would would go to crap in no time.

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