How Do I Measure My Truck Bed for a Camper Shell?

When it comes to buying a camper shell for your truck, knowing the size of your truck bed is essential. A camper shell that is too small or large for your truck can be a costly mistake. Luckily, measuring your truck bed and finding the perfect camper shell for it is not difficult and can easily be done in a few steps.

Step 1: Measure the length of the truck bed. Start by standing at the tailgate of your truck and measure from one side of the bed to the other. It is important to measure from inside edge to inside edge so that you get an accurate measurement.

Step 2: Measure the width of the truck bed. This time, start at one side of the bed wall and measure across to the other side. Again, it is important to measure from inside edge to inside edge so you get an accurate measurement.

Step 3: Measure the height of your truck bed walls. Using a tape measure, measure from floor level up one wall and then up across to the other wall. It is important to get an accurate measurement here as some camper shells are designed with taller walls than others.

Conclusion: Measuring your truck bed for a camper shell might seem like an intimidating task, but with these three simple steps it’s easy to get an accurate measurement and find a perfect fit for your vehicle. Armed with these measurements you can confidently shop for a camper shell that will fit perfectly on your truck.

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Karen Watkins