Post by: T_Pott on November 19, 2021, 05:45:08 AM
Post by: Stein on November 19, 2021, 05:55:38 AM
I would think about what features you want, namely the side and rear windows and depending on what you choose it will probably limit you to one or two different models per manufacturer. You can go with frameless or framed windows and options on opening sides, flip out sides, screens, etc on the sides. The rear window is where the brands are a bit different, I would go to a couple places and check them out in person so you can see exactly what you are getting.
I went with ARE and have been very happy with mine.
You can add keyless yourself after for much less if you are decent with wiring, it's the one option I would always have on a canopy. They also run sales all the time, usually free this or that and you can save a few bucks on carpet, tilt out front window or whatever they are featuring on sale at the time.
Post by: Igor on November 19, 2021, 07:22:24 AM
Just ordered a 2021 Toyota Tacoma and it needs a canopy, any recommendations on a brand? Looking for one sturdy enough to put a boat on top.
Not sure where you are located, but if you are close to Marysville (or Burlington), try these guys.
Had them put a canopy on my 2004 Chevrolet 2500 HD when I bought it new. Had them put one on my 2014 GMC 2500 HD when I bought it new. Both canopies are still on the trucks, and in great shape.
https://www.superhawkcanopies.com/
Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 19, 2021, 07:27:22 AM
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Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 19, 2021, 07:37:27 AM
That’s a nice looking setup Duckslayer
Thanks I love it man. I researched like you are for a long time. (Sorry thought you were original poster) I didn’t want my windows being broken out from loading firewood and stuff, and I hate crawling up inside a canopy. Even sliding side windows are a pain in the butt. I can grab anything and load anything from the side.
Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 19, 2021, 07:38:41 AM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 19, 2021, 07:41:01 AM
Post by: follow maggie on November 19, 2021, 07:50:57 AM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 19, 2021, 07:54:51 AM
Good idea on the sides. I’ve almost broken my windows a couple times pitching stuff out at the dump.
They aren’t cheap to replace either! I almost got a solid fiberglass rear window too but I don’t have a backup camera and like being able to see through. I have a sliding front window for the canopy and sliding rear for my truck. Makes it nice to reach back in if I need to. Or throw trash back there from the cab 😂...I’m not gentle with the canopy. It has been shaken by thousands of miles of washboard/pothole roads. Often times with a load on top.
It’s nice being able to toss full length logs up there too and bring them back to camp!
Post by: branches on November 21, 2021, 03:55:09 PM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 21, 2021, 04:14:24 PM
Does the canopy leak on the top of the canopy where your frame comes up thru the canopy roof from the top of the canopy frame?
No there is gaskets between the frame of the rack and the canopy.
Post by: branches on November 21, 2021, 04:56:08 PM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on November 21, 2021, 09:25:00 PM
Ok. Do you have an internal frame inside canopy ?
No frame inside. It’s just the commercial grade from snug top, it’s like a honey comb thicker roof fiberglassed in. More meat than just a standard fiberglass shell... I stand up there and everything else.