Topless cargo security — what are you actually doing?

[DewarT]

Another Diabolical Slipstream here- Looks good, strong and functional. It is not weather resistant, nevermind waterproof. It also does not work with the Bestop E-top if you are considering that route.

The only downside is quick laydown is not quick. I have to throw my golf clubs in the back seat, but before the slipstream, I had to drop the seats anyway... First world problems- just like gas mileage

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[Liquid Lifestyle]

I built a little storage deck with a simple hook on it that you have to have the tailgate open to unhook. It levels with the seats without eating up the entire storage area like the enclosures do. Plus it was cheap to make. When it isn't stuffed with camping gear, I normally leave my backpack or such under there. Haven't had an issue so far.

 

[Z because X was taken]

I love going topless, and I never leave the top down when we have stopped someplace. I simply put the top back up, lock the doors and walk away without any thought as to what has been left in the truck, which most of the time is very little unless we are traveling or spending the days off road playing. Having the ETop does make is simple to put the top back back up.

 

[razehound]

Putting the the front panels back on after removing the rear shell mitigates my mpg loss vs going completely naked. And the shade is nice. This is with doors also removed.

You're saying just the front panels? Or the front and middle

They're not loose at all without the rear latch?

 

[wildtrak whitey]

You're saying just the front panels? Or the front and middle

They're not loose at all without the rear latch?

Front and middle. No issues whatsoever. Even at 80+ MPH

 

[Eldowerks]

Front and middle. No issues whatsoever. Even at 80+ MPH

For those who want to run with the front and middle panels on, and without the rear cap, here is a little additional security for the middle panel:
Middle Panel Trail Latch

 

[rbroncotx]

Circling back since I said I went the cover route and never named it — GPCA Bronco cargo cover. Stays put at highway speed with the rear shell off and keeps everything out of sight from the parking lot. It's a deterrent, not a lockbox, so anything I actually care about still comes with me. Packs down flat when I'm hauling something tall, which is why I went this way instead of the Slipstream. gpca.com/product-tag/bronco/

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