Ford F350 Camper Shell | ARE Truck Caps
Our F350 camper shell is purpose-built for the Ford Super Duty platform, engineered to handle the demands of heavy-duty work and recreation. This cap fits 6.75-foot and 8-foot F350 beds with precision-molded construction that maintains the truck's original profile and strength.
We manufacture each shell with reinforced fiberglass panels and commercial-grade seals designed to withstand extreme temperatures, highway speeds, and job-site conditions. The frameless rear door design provides full bed access while the automotive-grade paint finish matches factory Ford colors exactly. This is the cap contractors, ranchers, and serious outdoor enthusiasts choose when payload protection matters.
What makes this F350 cap different
Construction & Materials Built for Super Duty Work
We mold each F350 camper shell from a single fiberglass composite layup that eliminates the seams and weak points found in multi-piece designs. The roof incorporates crosswise reinforcement ribs that distribute load evenly across the bed rails, allowing you to mount ladder racks, roof baskets, or rooftop tents without compromising structural integrity.
The outer gelcoat finish receives the same UV-resistant clear coat we apply to all our commercial-grade caps. This isn’t a sprayed-on afterthought — it’s a catalyzed automotive finish that bonds chemically to the gelcoat layer beneath. We’ve tested these shells in Arizona sun and Minnesota winters; the finish holds its gloss and color match for years without chalking or fading.
Fitment Specific to F350 Bed Dimensions
Ford Super Duty bed rails sit higher and wider than F150 rails, and the stake pocket spacing differs between platforms. Our F350 shell accounts for these dimensional differences with mounting clamps machined specifically for Super Duty bed profiles. The clamps grip the inside and outside of the bed rail simultaneously, creating a mechanical lock that prevents side-to-side movement even under heavy crosswind loading.
We manufacture separate tooling for 6.75-foot and 8-foot F350 beds because a universal-fit design always compromises somewhere. The front bulkhead radius matches the cab contour exactly — there’s no gap or overhang. Side rails follow the bed’s slight taper from cab to tailgate, maintaining a consistent quarter-inch gap that allows the cap to flex independently from the bed during frame twist.
Paint Matching & Color Options
We maintain mixing formulas for every Ford Super Duty color code from 1999 forward, including limited-production colors and fleet-specific finishes. When you order, you provide your truck’s paint code from the door jamb sticker — we mix that exact formula and spray your cap to match.
The paint process starts with a chemical etch that creates mechanical adhesion points in the gelcoat surface. Base coat goes on in three wet passes, followed by a two-part urethane clear coat that’s wet-sanded and buffed to match factory orange-peel texture. We don’t try to make the cap shinier than your truck’s original paint; we replicate the factory finish level so the cap and truck read as a single unit visually.
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F350 Camper Shell Questions
We manufacture separate shells for each bed length because the dimensional differences require different tooling. When you order, you specify whether you have the 6.75-foot or 8-foot bed — we'll send the version molded specifically for your truck's bed dimensions.
Both versions use the same reinforced fiberglass construction and mounting hardware. The only difference is the overall length and the position of the rear door relative to the tailgate. If you're unsure which bed length you have, measure from the inside of the bulkhead to the inside of the tailgate — 6.75-foot beds measure 81 inches, while 8-foot beds measure 96 inches.
Yes, the roof structure includes crosswise reinforcement ribs designed to support aftermarket roof racks, ladder racks, and rooftop tents. The fiberglass layup in the roof section is thicker than the side panels specifically to handle distributed loads from mounted accessories.
We recommend using rack systems that distribute weight across multiple mounting points rather than concentrating load in one spot. Most customers mount Yakima or Thule crossbars using the factory-drilled mounting points we provide along the roof rails. For rooftop tents, we suggest keeping the combined weight of the tent and occupants under 600 pounds dynamic load.
You provide us with your Ford paint code from the door jamb sticker when you place your order. We maintain mixing formulas for every Super Duty color from 1999 forward, including discontinued and limited-production colors. Our paint department mixes your specific formula and sprays your cap to match.
For trucks older than 10 years, we ask whether you want us to match the truck's current weathered finish or restore the cap to the original as-new color. Most customers prefer the as-new match, which gives them the option to repaint the truck later and have everything uniform. Either way, we replicate Ford's factory finish texture so the cap and truck appear as one integrated unit.
Every cap ships with a complete installation kit that includes Super Duty-specific mounting clamps, all necessary hardware, a wiring harness for the dome light, and detailed installation instructions. The mounting clamps are machined specifically for F350 bed rail dimensions — they won't fit F150 or Ranger beds.
The kit includes enough clamps to secure the cap at six points along each bed rail. You'll also receive a tube of bedside sealant to apply between the cap and bed rails before installation, which prevents water intrusion and reduces road noise. Most customers complete installation in under an hour with basic hand tools and a helper to lift the cap onto the bed.
Most customers report minimal impact on fuel economy — typically 0.5 to 1 MPG reduction on the highway due to the slight increase in aerodynamic drag. The cap's profile is designed to follow the cab roofline as closely as possible, which minimizes turbulence compared to taller raised-roof designs.
The cap adds approximately 180-200 pounds to your truck's curb weight, depending on configuration. This has negligible effect on the F350's towing capacity, which is limited by engine power, transmission cooling, and chassis ratings rather than a couple hundred pounds of payload. We have customers towing fifth-wheel trailers and gooseneck horse trailers with these caps installed without any performance issues.
Yes, the rear door locks operate independently from the sliding side windows. The door uses dual compression locks with keyed cylinders that we can match to your truck's ignition key on most Ford models. The side windows have their own locking mechanisms built into the sliding track assemblies.
This independent locking setup lets you secure the main cargo area via the rear door while leaving the side windows unlocked for ventilation. If you're using the bed for camping or as a work platform, you can crack the windows for airflow while keeping valuable tools locked behind the rear door. For complete security, you lock both the door and the window latches.
Wash the cap with the same soap and method you use for the truck's paint. The gelcoat and clear coat finish respond well to standard automotive wax or polymer sealants — we recommend waxing the cap twice per year to maintain UV protection and water beading.
The door and window seals are EPDM rubber that stays pliable without treatment, but you can extend their life by wiping them down with a silicone-based protectant once or twice per year. Avoid petroleum-based products that can dry out rubber over time. Check the mounting clamp torque annually and retighten if needed — bed flex during heavy hauling can occasionally loosen the hardware.