How to Install Truck Bed Rail Caps

Truck rail caps come in several styles -- from diamond plate to smooth chrome. They not only enhance the appearance of a truck, but they protect the topside of the bed as well. A tailgate top cap can also be installed to match the sides. If so desired, the caps can be purchased with holes for the side posts. These rail caps are installed with no drilling or anything to destroy the paint or body and can be removed and re-used on another vehicle.

Things You'll Need

• Bottle of Rubbing Alcohol
• Clean Rag

Instructions

1. Clean the top surface of the truck bed rail of all wax and dirt with the rubbing alcohol. Rub it down well and make sure it is dry for the best adhesion of the rail caps.

2. Lay the rail cap in place to verify the fit and proper orientation.

3. Remove the rail cap turn it upside down. Remove the plastic covering from the underside of the rail cap, exposing the adhesive tape underneath.

4. Place the rail cap over the truck bed rail but do not allow it to touch the truck rail until it is positioned perfectly. Once it touches the truck rail it, cannot be removed without destroying the underlying tape.

5. Secure the rail cap in place.

References

• Don Bowman, A.S.E. Certified Mechanic