Sponsored

Guy

Well-Known Member
First Name
Guy
Joined
Nov 6, 2021
Threads
12
Messages
1,607
Reaction score
1,517
Location
Philadelphia suburbs
Vehicles
Mazda 6, Toyota Sienna
Occupation
Scientist
Clubs
 
I don't want to meet the people who want that. Topper yes, that no.
Good for you but it really didn’t dd much to the discussion. The OP shared something that may only appeal to a few but it is an option.
 

Sponsored

Swimmerdog

New Member
First Name
Katt
Joined
Nov 28, 2020
Threads
0
Messages
4
Reaction score
5
Location
Seattle, WA
Vehicles
BMW X3, Honda Odyssey, Subaru Legacy sedan
Occupation
Self-employed
This might actually work for what I need. I want to get more info about it, though. Need a topper to put dogs in the back, preferably in their crates for safety. If it gets too hot in the summer, it won't work. No windows may be a deal-breaker.
 

Forager

Well-Known Member
Joined
Jul 21, 2021
Threads
12
Messages
700
Reaction score
1,054
Location
PNW
Vehicles
R1T
Occupation
Structural Engineer
Clubs
 
I’m very interested in a bed shell. Looks aside, I prefer a more traditional rectangular profile to maximize headspace for cargo and rear visibility. I’ve never noticed an appreciable aero impact with camper shells in the past, so I’m not worried about it here.
 

JamuJoe

Well-Known Member
First Name
Joseph
Joined
Nov 19, 2020
Threads
12
Messages
142
Reaction score
324
Location
Hesperus, CO
Vehicles
RAM 2500, Polestar 2, R1T Max Pack Performance
Occupation
Retired Petroleum Engineer
I came upon this, and I was wondering when a topper shell would be for sale.
https://www.wakeshield.biz/

Video clip



Photos

Wakeshield Topper Shell Rivian R1T 3.jpg


Wakeshield Topper Shell Rivian R1T 2.jpg


Wakeshield Topper Shell Rivian R1T 1.jpg
I like it. I’m currently using the Flated topper, which had been fine once I added additional weather stripping, but lockable, aerodynamic, and easier cargo access would be an improvement.
 

Sponsored

JamuJoe

Well-Known Member
First Name
Joseph
Joined
Nov 19, 2020
Threads
12
Messages
142
Reaction score
324
Location
Hesperus, CO
Vehicles
RAM 2500, Polestar 2, R1T Max Pack Performance
Occupation
Retired Petroleum Engineer
I like it. I’m currently using the Flated topper, which is fine once I added additional weather stripping, but lockable, aerodynamic, and easier cargo access would be an improvement.
 

Oldsmobile_Mike

Well-Known Member
First Name
Mike
Joined
Mar 24, 2022
Threads
48
Messages
1,597
Reaction score
2,263
Location
Manassas Park, VA
Vehicles
FG/FE R1T recv'd 3/31/2023
Occupation
I build stuff
Clubs
 

CBRacerX

Well-Known Member
Joined
Jun 30, 2024
Threads
1
Messages
177
Reaction score
141
Location
USA
Vehicles
No EV Yet

mkhuffman

Well-Known Member
First Name
Mike
Joined
Nov 9, 2020
Threads
0
Messages
852
Reaction score
1,025
Location
Virginia
Vehicles
Ford Mach-E GT, Jeep GC-L, VW Jetta, Kia POS
"Currently we are not offering shipping for Wakeshield; this is an option that we will be exploring in the future. For now, pickup and installation will be available only at our Woodland Park, Colorado facility."

This will definitely limit how many they sell.

I am very, very interested in hearing from owners who purchase this. I know the shape is not conventional, and those who like conventional toppers hate it, but I really like it. I have never owned a pickup truck, so I don't have the hangups others have regarding what is proper on a pickup truck.

And they claim it may improve range. That would be awesome, IMO. Real world testing please!!!!
Sponsored

 
 





Top