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Finished up install of Diamondback HD bed cover. Very pleased with the looks of this cover. Install was easy. NOTE to anyone who buys one of these, be sure and read ALL directions before you start install. The first thing you have to do is remove the OEM bed rail caps and install 4 small hard rubber shims on the underside of each rail. I also added some D shaped 3/8" weather stripping along and under the outside edge to keep dust and water out of the bed. There is also a hidden opening at the top of each front corner that you have to plug up with foam rubber to keep out dust. I also added 2 Extang lights in bed cover, frt and rear, magnetic tool holders, and side storage compartments. Also installed tailgate seal kit to keep out dust and water. First test of the dustproofing will happen when I go to West Texas.
Also intalled Nxtgen spot mirror on drivers side, works well for blind spot.  Magnectic strips for hanging tools on lid

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On 2/21/2023 at 4:10 PM, Anglerman said:

The first thing you have to do is remove the OEM bed rail caps and install 4 small hard rubber shims on the underside of each rail.

I seen these same instructions on my base model DiamondbackSE top, which i installed in Oct 22, and do not see any reason to install such shims. The OEM bed rail caps are very sturdy as is, and I have had no issues with the top so far (on a 2022 refresh 1500 RST Silverado).

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