camper shell pics and opinions for 2500 CC

bradh_24054 · Oct 6, 2016

I am considering a camper shell for my '15 2500 CC. I am torn between the ARE Z series and the Leer 100XL. Just wanted to see more pics to help me make up my mind. Does anyone have any pics of theirs that you can share?? I figured quality wise, it looks like the ARE is a tad bit better quality but still Leer aint that bad either! If any of you could help me out it would be very well appreciated!!

coobie · Oct 6, 2016

bradh_24054 said:
I am considering a camper shell for my '15 2500 CC. I am torn between the ARE Z series and the Leer 100XL. Just wanted to see more pics to help me make up my mind. Does anyone have any pics of theirs that you can share?? I figured quality wise, it looks like the ARE is a tad bit better quality but still Leer aint that bad either! If any of you could help me out it would be very well appreciated!!

I went with the ARE Z series on my 2016 Ram 2500.Had a LeerXL 100 on my 2012 ford F250 was not happy with the quality after a year or so.I think leer has went in the ******* with there quality.

avantiguy · Oct 6, 2016

ARE Z-series, 1500 Sport QC not 2500 but tight with carpeted headliner on a 6'4" box. The sliding and fold down front windows are options.

The option I like the most is the locking rear door on the cap. When the truck doors lock the cap and tailgate lock, same with unlocking but get the sliding/fold down front window if you can swing it. Easy to clean the truck and cap window. Glass windows all around with the side windows swinging out in the rear.

swargo · Oct 6, 2016

Leer 100xl. Not a 2500 but a crew cab and a 6 and a half foot bed, so the same body as a 2500.

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Skrap · Oct 7, 2016

Speaking about the locking mechanism on the two choices. I have the fiberglass tonneau cover on my 2500. It is a Leer Model. I also looked at the ARE tonneau covers too. Each brand was nicely build and looked great. Each brand had some features than the other. I decided the keyless lock/unlock of the Lear was much better than the others. THe ARE required a seperate FOB while the Leer was integrated into my Ram FOB and would lock/unlock with it.

FInd the feature that is most important to you and see what brand has the feature the best.

reloaderguy · Oct 7, 2016

I have a SnugTop shell. I like the integrated locks; I took apart the truck's loom and soldered in all of the wiring. I'd rather have sliding windows for their utility but the sport top looks more integrated with the truck's lines. SnugTop rear windows are by far the best, LEER second.

avantiguy · Oct 7, 2016

Skrap said:
Speaking about the locking mechanism on the two choices. I have the fiberglass tonneau cover on my 2500. It is a Leer Model. I also looked at the ARE tonneau covers too. Each brand was nicely build and looked great. Each brand had some features than the other. I decided the keyless lock/unlock of the Lear was much better than the others. THe ARE required a seperate FOB while the Leer was integrated into my Ram FOB and would lock/unlock with it.

FInd the feature that is most important to you and see what brand has the feature the best.

I'll agree that they are all nice caps but to clarify on the ARE cap lock, I just tied the two wires from the ARE lock into my tailgate lock wires and both actuate when the truck locks. No FOB required.

Jackfate · Oct 9, 2016

Jason truck cap could not get a leer in 8'2"
Had a leer xq had door window problems support at leer is BAD
LIKE the way Jason does the door

River19 · Oct 10, 2016

ARE. I have two Leers on other trucks and a 3rd Leer on my F250 I traded in for my Ram......quality of the ARE is noticeably different.

Megazor · Oct 11, 2016

Another vote for ARE, not a crew but close. I have the MX series with interior LED lights and carpeted, tilting/sliding front window, and "outdoors mans" side window/doors. Lights are super bright and very useful at night or when camping in the back and the carpet matches my BedRug perfectly.

Very functional and has held up well the last two years.

drittal · Oct 11, 2016

My father's ARE

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Rickyg · Oct 14, 2016

I have the ARE MX with the rack on top. Love it so far, purchased about 3 months ago

The Hulk · Oct 16, 2016

Ranch echo here, low option cap and a used price to match. Sliding sides and front window and a led interior light.

sbarron · Oct 16, 2016

The Hulk said:
Ranch echo here, low option cap and a used price to match. Sliding sides and front window and a led interior light.

THAT is a bold color choice!!! Kudos to you sir!

The Hulk · Oct 16, 2016

sbarron said:
THAT is a bold color choice!!! Kudos to you sir!

Thanks, hills green is a cool color. I don't ever lose my truck in a parking lot.

sbarron · Oct 16, 2016

The Hulk said:
Thanks, hills green is a cool color. I don't ever lose my truck in a parking lot.

I imagine not. You could find that from space!!!

The Hulk · Oct 17, 2016

sbarron said:
I imagine not. You could find that from space!!!

Yep, here's a shot from 14 stories up....where's Waldo

It gets tons of comments. I can't go hardly anywhere without a question about it. Little kids love it.

opie · Oct 17, 2016

I started with an ARE and ended up taking it back due to quality issues. They offered to "fix" the issues but I refused to accept paying top dollar for a repaired cap.

Went with a leer 100xl and I am much happier with it. I also believe it matches the lines of the truck better.

billa9b0ng · Oct 17, 2016

The Hulk said:
Yep, here's a shot from 14 stories up....where's Waldo

It gets tons of comments. I can't go hardly anywhere without a question about it. Little kids love it.

That one person in the white SUV (Xterra maybe?) really needs a lesson in parking

jtlp8335 · Oct 18, 2016

Leer 100XL. Wanted the Thule racks for my canoe, so I went with the "adventure pack" or something like that, which threw in the carpeted interior, front & rear LED's, and a webbing on the ceiling for hanging items (fishing rods, etc). Also has drop front window, lock actuator, and power outlet. Looked at ARE--was a toss up. My dealer offered both and suggested the Leer. First shell, so I have no basis to compare, but I'm happy with it.

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