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#984 of 2035 But if only... by txyank1 Oct 04, 2001 (6:04 am)
it wasn't so ugly!
#985 of 2035 I have a question........ by bowhuntwi Oct 04, 2001 (6:52 am)
Why would one want to put a spray in liner in a AV? You have a composite box, wouldn't a spray in mess up the midgate in working right.
#986 of 2035 I was thinking... by bshef1 Oct 04, 2001 (9:51 am)
about the spray-in liner because everytime I pull up my non-skid rubber bed liner there is water present from condensation after washing the AV. You make a good point! However, I don't believe the AV's entire box is composite...the floor of the bed is metal. I was thinkig that the spray-in would save the floor from eventually rusting from the moisture. I have not looked at the area where the midgate meets the floor or how it may be affected by any spray-in. Thanks for the thought and I'll keep you posted if I make any changes! Brad in SoCal
#987 of 2035 Spray liners reply by ygmn Oct 04, 2001 (2:17 pm)
Rust will only occur if there is a breakdown in the paint. Remove rubber pad and wax it once or twice a year with some high quality polymer Like Klasse or Zaino. They will help prevent rust by coating the paint. I would be afraid the spray in liner would have an impact on the drainage system Chevy has designed in the bed. Just wash and wax 2-4 times a year and I bet it will not rust!. Thats what I plan on doing. Preventive maintenance is well worth it when it comes to your pain as well as your engine!
#988 of 2035 More on Spray-in Liner by northface Oct 04, 2001 (6:40 pm)
Am I the only one concerned about rough usage of the AV's bed? I agree that washing and waxing will probably keep the paint from rusting but don't think it will protect the bed's finish from shoveling and such. Does anyone know how well the rhino and other spray-ins hold up to this type usage?
#989 of 2035 Rhino and linex`will not protect against a shovel. by obyone Oct 04, 2001 (10:25 pm)
Only thing that would stand up to that kind of abuse is a drop in liner.
#990 of 2035 by ryanbab Oct 05, 2001 (4:05 am)
Doesnt protect against a shovel? I have thrown showels in the back of my truck and my liner has held up fine.
#991 of 2035 You have "thrown" the shovel by obyone Oct 05, 2001 (6:17 am)
Ever used it? doh!!
#992 of 2035 by ryanbab Oct 05, 2001 (6:19 am)
yes i have used it to unload mulch back this past spring. Got a load from the city (go and pick up your own) Shoveled it in and out. No gouging or other problems
#993 of 2035 rubber bed liner by chevyusa1 Oct 05, 2001 (7:01 am)
Everyone seems to be so concerned about the moisture under the rubber cargo mat. From what I've been reading this happens mostly after the truck is washed. My suggestion would be to simply remove the rubber mat when washing the truck and allow the bed to dry after the wash is complete, then reinstall the rubber mat. To me it sounds like a simple solution to correct the moisture problem. By the way, I'm going to the dealer today to shop for a Red Avalanche Z-71, wish me luck.