Trucks & Trailers - Line-x bedliner

Looking to get a line-x bedliner in my Tundra. It has the standard length bed. Got a quote from two local dealers and both were $514. One has a 30 dollar coupon currently so that helps a little. Is this a good price for just the standard spray now?

About $500 was what I was quoted for my 2011 Tundra, standard bed.

Thankfully my son is going to have it done thru his stereo business and the wholesale on it will be $400.

That is a lot of money, the factory drop in provides way more protection at half the price.

That is a lot of money, the factory drop in provides way more protection at half the price.

I completely disagree with this. While the drop in is much less expensive, you get what you pay for. The drop ins rub the paint out of the bed promoting rust, allows a lot of debris to get in between the liners and bed, traps water in the bed, allows most things to slide all over the bed, and looks aweful after mild use. I had my Line-X done for a little under 500.00 under the rail and it was money well spent. Depending on where you are, it probably is not way out of line for price.

I completely disagree with this. While the drop in is much less expensive, you get what you pay for. The drop ins rub the paint out of the bed promoting rust, allows a lot of debris to get in between the liners and bed, traps water in the bed, allows most things to slide all over the bed, and looks aweful after mild use. I had my Line-X done for a little under 500.00 under the rail and it was money well spent. Depending on where you are, it probably is not way out of line for price.

I have had drop ins in the last 3 trucks, current truck is almost 3 years old no issues, the two previous trucks 6 years each none of the issues you mention. I am also in MA where it snows and they use salt and harsh chemicals on the roads in the winter.
I would be willing to bet could not hurt the actual bed of my truck with a hatchet with a drop in bedliner in place, can a spray in provide that level of protection? Or try thowing bricks or pavers in the bed, one truck with a drop in and one with a spray in.

That is a lot of money, the factory drop in provides way more protection at half the price.

drop in bed liners suck.

rhino lining on my 2011 F150 was 375 bucks. I know people with Line X and Rhino Lining...people like different things....I went with Rhino because the dealership had it installed. 500 seems a bit steep IMO

I have had drop ins in the last 3 trucks, current truck is almost 3 years old no issues, the two previous trucks 6 years each none of the issues you mention. I am also in MA where it snows and they use salt and harsh chemicals on the roads in the winter.
I would be willing to bet could not hurt the actual bed of my truck with a hatchet with a drop in bedliner in place, can a spray in provide that level of protection? Or try thowing bricks or pavers in the bed, one truck with a drop in and one with a spray in.

That was just my experience. How often do you take it out of the truck though? Most people claim there is no damage but wouldn't actually know since they never take the liner out. I will say that my Line-X has stood up to some pretty extensive abuse without a hiccup. I wouldn't hesitate to throw bricks, pavers or hatchets in the bed. I have loaded full pallets of various things without worrying about it. I was less impressed with the Rhino Liner that i had in my last truck but I have gone from Line-x to Drop in to Rhino Liner and back to Line-X and there really is no comparison.

I've had drop in liners on my previous 2 trucks, but only kept them for several years. Now I have the truck I would like to drive as long as possible. I guess $500 is about right for the Line-X. I know most people go with the spray in. It's hard to swallow that price, when I can get a drop in liner and a tonneau cover too for that price. I dont haul a lot in my truck bed but definitely want to put something down in there. Thanks for the input.

Has anyone tried doing this themselves? Same or similar product? Just wondering if this is an option.

Dave;?

I've had LineX liners in my last two trucks, most recently my 2007 Tundra. My dad has had it put in his last two trucks and I've had friends put it in theirs. Biggest differenc in LineX and Rhino is LineX is sprayed on hot at a high PSI while Rhino is sprayed room temp low PSI sometimes resulting in runs. LineX sticks immediately with NO runs. Both are chemical resistant and do a good job. I prefer the look of the LineX but different stroks for different folks. I'd NEVER put a drop in liner in my truck, but that's just me. $500 is about right. There a little difference in price for going over vs under the rail. If you don't have caps, I'd definitely go over the rail though. Every truck I own will get a LineX liner sprayed in it.

Line-X is where it is because of a great product backed by a real warranty. What most people do not know is we as dealers are responsible for our liners if they travel more then 100 miles. IE I pay the other dealer to fix any warranty claims. You can imagine the quality control our network displays because of this. Please do not use a do it yourself product- go get a cheap rhino instead! We use on average 6-8 gallons of product per liner that dries in 3-6 seconds. Also ask for Line-X Premium. That's what Nate has in his boat-
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Line-X is a great product. Had it in my last truck after years of heavy rubber mats and drop in bed liners. I don't think I could ever go the other products.

$500 sounds about right. I have the premium color match in my red Tundra and it looks gorgeous. The premium is around $800.

My truck is only six months old, but I expect the Line-X will wear well. Nothing has scuffed it so far. Time will tell.

my new tundra will be getting color matched line-x in the bed, front & rear bumpers and black on the rocker pannels, and grille.

$500 is what I what I paid for line x on a short bed 250. Had a coupon for something like $50 off so actually was $450. Had no liner in first truck, two trucks with drop in liners and two with spray in. I'll never do anything but spray in.

For reference at my shop we charge $475 for standard black, $150 additional for black Premium, & $250 additional for color. Our color system includes a colored base Line-X, color coded Line-X Xtra Kevlar topcoat & a clear premium to further aid durability.

When I purchased my 2011 F350, did some internet searches comparing Line X and Rhino. Rhino had some good reviews and some not so good reviews, Line X did not have any bad reviews so went with them and have been completely satisfied with my choice. I did add a rubber bed mat from Ford to my bed, both to save my knees and keep coolers and such from sliding around. Line X was $460 - $46 coupon $414 out the door, truck has 6.5ft bed.

I completely disagree with this. While the drop in is much less expensive, you get what you pay for. The drop ins rub the paint out of the bed promoting rust, allows a lot of debris to get in between the liners and bed, traps water in the bed, allows most things to slide all over the bed, and looks aweful after mild use. I had my Line-X done for a little under 500.00 under the rail and it was money well spent. Depending on where you are, it probably is not way out of line for price.

x2.

I live in Washington and just had the standard bed done on my Chevrolet dually. I priced Line X and Rhino just to compare. The Rhino quote was $100 more than Line X. I've had Line X in my previous truck and was very happy. I also asked the local Chevrolet dealer their opinion. They said they hear way more negative about Rhino versus Line X.

I had the under rail service and the cost was $485. Very happy with the end result.

just paid 545 (got the premium, it supposedly holds color better, with uv protection for another 100 bucks) 495 was the base price + 100 for the premium and - 50 bucks from a coupon = 545 for my 2500 2 weeks ago, always had drop ins and this is head and shoulders above, sound dampening, no sliding and holds up well to everything Ive thrown at it.

Each to his own, I still prefer a drop in. I have friends with spray liners and they like them but if you look in the beds of their trucks, they all have dents and that would bother the crap out of me.
I admit a new spray in liner looks nice, but I don't like dents more.

That's interesting as almost every truck we pull a drop in out has a dented front wall from cargo slamming during a hard break. I beat my truck hard and have zero dents. Usually the wheel wells take the most punishment and those can get pounded back out with a rubber mallet.

dents are like scars. chick dig dents.

I've had drop-ins, I've had sprayed (various)... I currently have two new Duramax diesels with Line-X standard black... I'm happy as a clam in warm mud with them.... And I think I paid $485 each along with having a folding soft cover put on - small price break for both items - not much but better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick...
The Line-X works hard what with muddy plow and tractor parts being tossed in and dragged out and flats being loaded and unloaded with fork trucks...
The truck dealer wanted to do his own spray job, but I checked out a truck on display and the liner was soft enough I could dent it with a finger nail and I did not think it would hold up the way I use a truck...

Has anyone tried doing this themselves? Same or similar product? Just wondering if this is an option.

Dave;?

spray on bedliner material has a high concentration of isocyanates...it can be deadly even if absobed through the skin and requires specialized protective equipment to guarentee protection from exposure to the wet chemicals and fumes...in one case a crew sprayed several bedliners in one day without protective equipment...3 men died in their sleep that night...it was traced to the isocyanate exposure...

there have been cases of asthma like symptoms and even some cases of death due to exposure to the sprays...once dry the chemicals are inert and there is no risk...

The Line-X went in my '99 pickup and looked great for more than 8 years. The condition helped me a ton when I sold it. The only thing you have to be careful of is sliding sharp objects or stuff with an acute angle edge. You can't break this stuff up but you can shave it off.

My only complaint with Line-X is it's like sandpaper and will scratch up some types of cargo.

Line-X all the way have a 2003 F350 8ft bed and have put all types of material in it from rock/gravel. dirt and misc and have never chipped it out using a shovel to get gravel and dirt out. Love it will never install anything else. Still have truck and liner looks great.

You use 6-8 gallons per liner? How can you make any money charging $500. Line-X is where it is because of a great product backed by a real warranty. What most people do not know is we as dealers are responsible for our liners if they travel more then 100 miles. IE I pay the other dealer to fix any warranty claims. You can imagine the quality control our network displays because of this. Please do not use a do it yourself product- go get a cheap rhino instead! We use on average 6-8 gallons of product per liner that dries in 3-6 seconds. Also ask for Line-X Premium. That's what Nate has in his boat-
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My only complaint with Line-X is it's like sandpaper and will scratch up some types of cargo.

Just had the premium done to my '11 Tundra. I have been all over it barefoot and on my knees, and am surprised it is as soft as it is...kinda rubbery hard, but not plastic hard and sharp...

Damned happy with it so far...I can drop my gear down on it and know it will stay there for my trip to the dock....

Spray in liners are the way to go in my opinion. That being said I would never ever ever go with Line X. My last truck had Line X in the bed and it was crap. The installer would not stand behind it, neither would the manufacturer. I had chunks constantly peeling off and my cousin had the same issue. His peeled in sheets. I've had Rhino liner in two trucks now and it is a far superior product to LineX from what I have seen. 500-600-800 , to me it is worth every penny if you are going to keep your truck for a long time. Just my opinion !

I paid $399 for my Duramax long bed over the rails. Standard black. I believe the cost is now $420 here in Mobile. Happy with the product but also happy with the drop-in that my 96 Tacoma has.

You have to make sure that you are dealing with the actual Line X product. I have heard from some folks around here that some "Line X" dealers were buying non Line X product because it was cheaper. They found out because people were complaining about it chipping and peeling. I too had the same issue on my old truck. I inquired about the dealer on my current truck and it was all good. 2007 Duramax and I have had zero issues with it. Tough as nails. Fishing stuff, tractor parts, pallets, bricks, you name it. I hate the plastic drop ins. Look like shit after a while and everything slides around.

Line-X has a great reputation and is an industry leader. For anyone looking for the absolute best product for a new-truck application, PPG's Durabed is far and away the best product. You're also going to pay a premium and it's not easy to find a certified applicator.

Why is it better?
Will not fade, chalk or otherwise erode from exposure to U.V. This is an unqualified statement others can't make. Line-X and Rhino include U.V. extender additives, but the Durabed resin backbone is stabilized against U.V.

Dry-film thickness is greater AND flexible and not brittle. As most everyone knows, the more thickness of a coating you put down, the greater the tendency to crack and delaminate. I mentioned the challenge in getting qualified applicators for Durabed. This material is a 2-component product that takes a unique plural component pump and gun setup. It goes on and snap-dries.

You can get Durabed in various colors. Henry Ford was a great man, but his color options have improved over the years.

You can opt for different textures.

Nope, I'm not a sales guy or employee of PPG (used to be); just know about this product, the factory that produces it; application at the OEM, and its properties. It's not a high-volume product available for everyone, and certainly not everyone needs or wants a Caterpillar grade product where a Toro will fit the bill; just giving $.02.

Looks like yz250b does a fine job on various substrates. Nice work boss!

to follow up my thread, finally got around to scheduling an appointment with local line-x dealer. so went ahead and took everyone's advice and bit the bullet.

THAT is badass....anybody familiar with a company doing this VA Beach/Chesap Bay area??

I have Line X in my 06 F250 love the stuff but the color faded and looks pretty crappy now.

Got Tarpon. Bring your truck over so I can upgrade it to Premium. There is some truth to the PPG stuff above if it was 2005. But we have been able to make the non fading or chalking claim since Line-X Xtra came out! That was in 2006 and we have hundreds of happy customers at my shop using it. I also keep in stock other polyurea formulations for different applications. Line-X Premium is our latest liner technology and what you see in our marine applications at our shop.

Salmondaze does the Nissan/PPG liner not fade or chaulk? The PPG stuff is very good and is in fact better then the standard Line-X but it does fade and chaulk over time it just takes longer. Line-X Premium is a step above for a few reasons clean ability , color, shine, feel, warranty, real non fading, and real non chaulking ie five years later performance!

Salmondaze does the Nissan/PPG liner not fade or chaulk? The PPG stuff is very good and is in fact better then the standard Line-X but it does fade and chaulk over time it just takes longer. Line-X Premium is a step above for a few reasons clean ability , color, shine, feel, warranty, real non fading, and real non chaulking ie five years later performance!

YZ
I think fade/chalk is similar to "waterproof.". Given enough time, temperature, concentration, and impingement, everything breaks down.

It looks like you have put together a fine business. I don't want to dissuade anyone from patronizing what I'm sure is a valuable service.

My perspective on the PPG product comes from my observations of the commercial and OEM applications where the specs have demanded very high tolerances. I've even seen where the product has been beta-tested as a roof coating option for commercial buildings. Lots of UV exposure on a roof ;). Helps that the formulation is white though.

Oh yea the PPG product is good stuff no doubt! To dive into it and please correct me if I'm wrong but the durabed has aliphatic additives and is not a true pure formula. Processing pure aliphatic polyurea's is very tricky.
Line-X Premium is a pure aliphatic polyaspartic polyurea. It is very waterproof and allows us to spray white without the yellowing...we apply Premium on hot Line-X forming a composite liner.
I try to push the limits and have been trying to dial in a true pure aliphatic product called XS-650 for the last year. I personally got around 20g in the vision! It's coming and once I get my system down the marine market will not be the same :thumbsup:
More on XS-650- http://m.news.thomasnet.com/114208/show/e7ddd93ebbba519cbbfa54fa673a15cc/

I've had a drop-in & currently have a linex. Both were fine. The Linex, to me anyway, seemed a little thinner but harder than the Rhino liner. The problems with drop-in liners are mostly propaganda IMO. I had a Toyota with a drop-in, never in a garage, that I kept for 23 years. Never had any problems at all. To the poster who said the drop-in would wear away the paint, you may not be aware that Linex sands the bed before installing their product.

I love seeing drop in liners on the side of the highway.....

BECAUSE THEY BLEW OUT!!!!!!

HAAHAHAHAHAHAHa

yz250 Sent you a PM

Think about that next time your fishing the skyway bridge lol!
Line-X scuffs the bed using the factory paint and primer to enhance a mechanical bond.
We sandblast and prime raw steel....