Overall 1.5 of 5
Fit: 4.0 of 5
Finish: 1.0 of 5
Function: 3.0 of 5
Performance: 2.7 of 5
 No pride in workmanship. No quality control.
A.R.E. Cxe Series
CXE Series : Dodge Ram

March 23, 2025    Posted by: JC
Purchased with fob actuated rear window lock. Lock actuator will not function, bad from the factory according to the dealer/installer. Dealer did not have a replacement in stock so this will require another visit. Rear window hinges and lock mechanism attachment points are just plain sloppy with the adhesive smeared haphazardly around. Dealer/installer scraped off some but still looks bad. Rear door hinges are cut from aluminum extrusion and left with very sharp edges just waiting to cut or snag something. Side windows are upswing opening. Aluminum side window frame ends do not match up leaving a sharp point that will cut or snag when reaching through the window. Side window weather stripping has 2 holes to allow drainage. These holes were gouged out with a knife and again, just plain sloppy and poor craftsmanship. You ask about function and reliability. It is too early to tell as this is brand new, but from all indications, I have serious doubts this topper will perform to even mediocre standards. Photos available upon request.

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Overall 4.5 of 5
Fit: 4.5 of 5
Finish: 4.5 of 5
Function: 4.5 of 5
Performance: 4.5 of 5
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A.R.E. Lsx Series
LSX Series : Dodge Ram

March 24, 2016    Posted by: JC
Like style and fit, makes for second unit purchased. First purchased for 04 ram in 04. Liked how it has held up and no questions as to what I wanted for my new 2016 Dodge Mega Cab Dually

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Overall 4.0 of 5
Fit: 4.0 of 5
Finish: 4.0 of 5
Function: 4.0 of 5
Performance: 4.0 of 5
 TW series Truck Cap
A.R.E. Tw Series
TW Series : Toyota Tacoma

April 18, 2011    Posted by: JC
The truck cap came pre-installed the used truck I purchased from CarMax. The only problems I have had with the cap is it wants to slide back just a bit and because of the construction of the Toyota bed I had a leak. The cap was not at fault for the leak. I had to seal the plastic bed rails and interior to the metal exterior of the bed with some clear caulk at the front of the bed. The cap is holding up very well and the color is stable. I like the protection that the cap provides to the contents of the truck bed.

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