Plugging holes in bed

[PsyRN]

This sounds good, but dangerous at the same time. Don’t get me wrong, I would love to keep the dust out, for sure. By plugging up the holes, won’t that cause issues with moisture not able to get out ( like condensation, sweat, … )? For example, my experience with covers, racks and such, is that they all will let some amount of rain in; same for any deep water crossing. So, is the OP really talking about making it better, or is there some risks for going for the full seal here?

I ended up using flex seal tape I had around. Works great!

As for moisture and such, that’s never been a problem.

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[ShadowsPapa]

This sounds good, but dangerous at the same time. Don’t get me wrong, I would love to keep the dust out, for sure. By plugging up the holes, won’t that cause issues with moisture not able to get out ( like condensation, sweat, … )? For example, my experience with covers, racks and such, is that they all will let some amount of rain in; same for any deep water crossing. So, is the OP really talking about making it better, or is there some risks for going for the full seal here?

Heck, no. Mine is sealed - I didn't seal along the very front, but my side holes are sealed, and I've got a good seal for the tail gate. No dust to speak of gets in there and my tonneau cover doesn't let water in. I've had zero issues.
I even wash the bed out now and then and after it looks dry, I close it up again. Never a problem.
Those little tiny side holes don't do much of anything but let dust in from the rear tires, and the tailgate area, what a disaster in the winter!

Dust BEFORE tailgate seal and sealing side holes -

Snow before adding tailgate seal -

With tailgate seal, things stay dry and clean - i can haul luggage, my camping stuff, anything I want and it stays dry and clean. Imagine traveling with luggage or gear you want to stay clean back there and having it covered in dust or snow.

 

[fireproof69]

@ShadowsPapa

can you point us to the same tailgate seal you used? Looks like a great job and recommendation

 

[ShadowsPapa]

@ShadowsPapa

can you point us to the same tailgate seal you used? Looks like a great job and recommendation

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IPQWXZQ

I've got some pics I can post later. The JT tailgate is a bit different along the sides and at the tops of each side than others - but they have good instructions and pics, IMO.

 

[GoHack]

Plastic Hole Plugs.

They're available at most auto parts stores.

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