Camper shell on 2018

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nmhuntr

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I have a 2018 Ram 2500 with the short bed. I want a camper cover but I notice the top of the tailgate to the truck is curved and the camper shells (I.e. Leer) are straight across. Does anyone have a shell on their camper and is that an issue?

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I have 2 Ram 1500, they have essentially the same tailgate.

I have ARE model Z on both of mine. Color matched and perfect fit.
 

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Mine has a piece on the glass that deals with the curve
 

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If you buy a shell meant for your truck it'll match the shape of the tailgate.
 
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Well I went and looked at a used Leer 122 and bought it. The way it works is there is an additional cap that fits over the tailgate that has a lip on it thus creating a seal. Got it for $450 so I am quite happy. It is made for my truck but Leer used an adapter to account for the fitting of the glass against the top of the tail gate.


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Ditto on the ARE Z. Has much stronger hinges on the lid and fit my 2018 like a glove. They cost a little more but I keep my vehicles a long time and try to buy what will last.
 

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