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ESI Ultimate Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal 10ft for use with Truck Caps and Tonneau Covers

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  • NOT universal (see VEHICLE SPECIFIC KITS below). The Original and Patented Tailgate Seal keeps out dust and water that enters in through the tailgate gap bottom and sidewalls, when using a truck bed cap or tonneau cover. MADE IN USA
  • 10ft of automotive grade EPDM rubber with 3M ST1200 tape. Adheres to all surface finishes including spray on bed liners. Reduces tailgate vibration. Note: Kit contains a 14" piece of Large Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal that can be substituted for Standard Tailgate Seal when using small cut pieces, for extra wide gaps, on the sidewalls. To purchase additional Large Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal search ASIN: B098MSCH8L.
  • Fits all trucks/utes worldwide EXCEPT the following: purchase "VEHICLE SPECIFIC KITS" for: 2020 & newer Silverado and Sierra 1500 (buy ASIN: B08R7NNV2B), 2020 & newer Silverado and Sierra 2500 and 3500 (buy ASIN: B09BG3T6NB), 2015 & newer Colorado and Canyon (buy ASIN: B08WDQN5CB), Ford Ranger 2019 and newer (buy ASIN: B07YF5BL8M), Ford Lightning (buy ASIN: B0B5Y9MFCK), Ford Maverick (buy ASIN: B0BWV7HJMZ), Ford Raptor (buy ASIN: B0B5Y9MFCK), Ford F150, F250, F350 and F450 (buy ASIN: B0B5Y9MFCK), Ford with Pro Access Tailgate (buy ASIN: B0DKGC55YZ)...
  • VEHICLE SPECIFIC KITS continued: Sierra with MultiPro Tailgate and Silverado with Multi-Flex Tailgate (buy ASIN: B085896S8R), Silverado EV with Midgate (available soon), Sierra EV with Midgate (available soon), Honda Ridgeline (buy ASIN: B0CRHWKPRL), Hummer EV (available soon) Hyundai Santa Cruz (buy ASIN: B0DNRMMRQF), Frontier 2005 and newer (buy ASIN: B09F4D4YPG), Titan (buy ASIN: B08YRZB3H3), RAM with RamBox (buy ASIN: B08L21DGNB), RAM with Multifunction Tailgate (buy ASIN: B08NTZYDN9), RAM with RamBox and Multifunction Tailgate (buy ASIN: B0BB4FXC6V), Tesla Cybertruck (buy ASIN: B0DQLSYMZQ), Tacoma (buy ASIN: B0DTR77BJ2), Toyota Tundra (buy ASIN: B0D8TM5HY4).
  • 30 minute installation. Apply when the air and surface temperature is between 55° - 104°F (13° - 40°C). This product requires 25 lbs. of pressure to bond adhesive.



Product Description

Love your truck? Seal it. Protect it.

Why is it important to use ESI's high quality EPDM rubber seals on your truck cap?

Some truck caps, that sit on the rails of your truck, are cushioned by a low density foam, sponge or rubber seal. In a very short time, the weight of the cap compresses and deteriorates the inferior seal down to nothing and the vibrations of the cap frame begin to scratch the paint. Dust, fumes and water will invade your truck bed and cargo.

Every time you remove your cap, you will need to replace the low density and/or low quality seal. Using ESI's high quality EPDM rubber seals on your truck cap, you will prevent vibrations, scuff and rust damage, while keeping out the elements. Our seals are made in America.

For the tailgate gap and sidewalls, install our patented Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal to completely seal out the elements. All truck makes and models vary slightly.

Use our patented Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal to completely seal out the elements!

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Patented P-shaped Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal

Often imitated, never duplicated. Our patented Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal is made from EPDM rubber with 3M ST1200 adhesive.

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Installing on the sidewall of a truck

Start 1” below truck bed floor and attach seal to the rear corner edge of the left sidewall.

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Installing in the tailgate gap of a truck

Start at either end of the tailgate gap and flush with Tailgate Seal on the sidewall. Align the top of bulb with the lower ridge of truck bed floor. Peel back liner and attach in sections.


Customer
September 4, 2025
Excellent product with the 3M adhesive seal on the backside, easy to install, will help to keep the dust out, and most if not all water getting in. Easy to do in under 30 minutes.
Greg G.
August 25, 2025
Works perfectly
Midwest Rider
August 22, 2025
I found a need for this product after installing a flip-type bed cover on my Toyota Tacoma. My old Chevrolet Colorado had a Swiss lift-up cover that overlapped the tailgate and both rails, and in eleven years of service never allowed water into the bed.The flip-type covers do very well but are not water tight. If they are the kind like I have which do not overlap the tailgate, water can readily leak in around the tailgate because manufacturers do not apply door seal around it. This product alleviates this deficiency, which as a side note I think truck makers should be fixing.The seller provides the sealing material and everything needed to do a good install. In reading the reviews of those unsatisfied with the product, they seem to fall into two categories: either the product didn't adhere and therefore didn't work, or else there wasn't enough material to do the customer's truck.I believe that most of the cases in which the sealer doesn't seem to adhere or seal are due to customer error in not scrupulously following the directions. The seller is quite clear about the need to thoroughly clean the area where the sealer is to be applied with soap and water, and then after that the area also needs to be cleaned with alcohol. The seller even includes an alcohol towelette to be used for that purpose. Then, after the product is cut to the correct size as shown in the photo spread provided for each of about 15 or 16 trucks -- pick yours -- and is correctly positioned as per the testing described in detail in the instructions, the key step is to FIRMLY press the sealer adhesive onto the truck and give it some time, up to 24 hours, to cure. For measure-once-cut-twice type people this is not going to work, and I suggest such buyers find an automotive repair shop or truck supply house to do the install for them.But in the second case of insufficient material I believe that these customers might have a point, and this is why I only give four stars. In buying my Tacoma I found out that "small" trucks like my old Colorado have had growing pains in the past decade. Today's Colorado is larger than the Silverado was 10 years ago. Most of the folks complaining about material shortage have large-format trucks: F-150, Silverado or Tundra. I believe that perhaps trucks have gotten larger since this seller began marketing and that it is possible that an extra foot or two of sealer is needed for these larger truck models. If the cost of the material is too high to just throw another foot or two in then perhaps a "big truck" product at a few dollars more would fill the bill. In any case I urge the seller to re-examine whether ten feet is really enough for all larger models.I have no complaints after several weeks and many rainy days. This product effectively seals the tailgate area from water leakage even during heavy rain, and the installation documentation, both written and especially the model-by-model photos available on the seller's website, are outstanding.Recommended!
Tyler S.
July 26, 2025
I've been using these tailgate seals since 2014 and this is the 4th truck I've used it on. Easy to install. Keeps the water and dust out from around the tailgate like a champ. Instructions are easy. I suggest watching the videos on their website for tips.
Dan Durig
July 21, 2025
Installed this on my F150 to seal up the tailgate. First few days were fine and worked well with rain to keep items dry in the back of the truck.After I went to the car wash I found all the holes. While there were not a ton of them the issue I have is even with two strips I was not able to seal the sides of the tailgate with enough to stop the spray from getting in.Fast forward to 3 months and having firewood loaded. While sweeping out the bed many smaller pieces fell between the strip and the adhesive and ruined it. I now have a seal that is hanging down and out the back of the tailgate. I don't believe mounting the seal upside down would work either though it would likely increase the time that the tape held I think it just may not be in the cards without a better sealant.I removes stars for weak attachment tape (I washed car and used alcohol pads but it did no good).I also removed a start because no matter the placement I was not able to stop car wash spray from getting in on tailgate sides. It held it at bay somewhat, but not enough to store anything of value near the tailgate.
Doug
July 15, 2025
This is the 3rd time I have used this and it is outstanding! But make sure you follow the instructions exactly as the photos show, it really works great!
Ben K
July 5, 2025
Learned of this product in a YouTube video. Followed general directions, and the stripping is adhering well and doing what it promises to do, which is seal up the seams that are designed into my pickup's tailgate. The gate was never meant to be air or water tight (in fact with water, probably the opposite) but this does indeed help seal the inside from the elements. Unfortunately, specific instructions for my (older) make and model were not readily available. However, by looking at instructions for other model installs and applying a bit of common sense as to placement that formed a seal yet did not hamper operation, was able to adapt for my vehicle. So far, very pleased with the results obtained. Gate closes nicely and no water, little air flow through those seams. Much more civil (with my topper) in the back for the occasional rest stop nap. Definitely to me worth the few dollars and fifteen to twenty minutes of fiddling required.
Robert Wight
July 3, 2025
My main concern was will it really stick well. Most of the time they do not. I followed the instructions. Used soap and water then alcohol. Wipes were provided but I used cotton balls soaked in alcohol. You can stick and readjusting as needed. Then pressed down hard after applying. Waited 24 hours. Tried to pull off without damaging rubber. It Sticks and stayed stuck. Very pleased. Now I can keep the dust off my hunting and fishing gear . I drive a lot of gravel roads. Saved me a lot of money. Better than buying a suburban type vehicle.
R.Mark Williams
June 24, 2025
Very pleased with initial results. This is the best stuff i have used yet. Time will tell if the adhesive will hold but the design and thickness of the foam rubber creates a good seal. I did use additional "magic tape" also bought off Amazon to ensure the strips of foam stuck down. This was to ensure dust doesn't get sucked in through the tail gate into my truck bed when covered by a canopy.
Mario M.
June 16, 2025
Artikel genau wie beschrieben, Lieferung länger als angegeben und erwartet, ist aber gut angekommen.Gute Qualität. Dichtet meine Heckklappe! Lässt sich leicht anbringen.
DRP
June 15, 2025
Have not got the pickup yet, getting things ready for when it is here. Done some research and they say this profile is good. I do hope so as I need a totally dry pickup bed.
ABDULHADI ALamri
June 3, 2025
غير جيد في عزل الغبار والغراء ينفك بعد فتره من التركيب
kazu
May 24, 2025
ハイラックスのリヤゲートに使用しました。問題なくシールしてくれています。
Customer
May 23, 2025
Excellent product with the 3M adhesive seal on the backside, easy to install, will help to keep the dust out, and most if not all water getting in. Easy to do in under 30 minutes.
Greg G.
May 22, 2025
Works perfectly
Midwest Rider
May 21, 2025
I found a need for this product after installing a flip-type bed cover on my Toyota Tacoma. My old Chevrolet Colorado had a Swiss lift-up cover that overlapped the tailgate and both rails, and in eleven years of service never allowed water into the bed.The flip-type covers do very well but are not water tight. If they are the kind like I have which do not overlap the tailgate, water can readily leak in around the tailgate because manufacturers do not apply door seal around it. This product alleviates this deficiency, which as a side note I think truck makers should be fixing.The seller provides the sealing material and everything needed to do a good install. In reading the reviews of those unsatisfied with the product, they seem to fall into two categories: either the product didn't adhere and therefore didn't work, or else there wasn't enough material to do the customer's truck.I believe that most of the cases in which the sealer doesn't seem to adhere or seal are due to customer error in not scrupulously following the directions. The seller is quite clear about the need to thoroughly clean the area where the sealer is to be applied with soap and water, and then after that the area also needs to be cleaned with alcohol. The seller even includes an alcohol towelette to be used for that purpose. Then, after the product is cut to the correct size as shown in the photo spread provided for each of about 15 or 16 trucks -- pick yours -- and is correctly positioned as per the testing described in detail in the instructions, the key step is to FIRMLY press the sealer adhesive onto the truck and give it some time, up to 24 hours, to cure. For measure-once-cut-twice type people this is not going to work, and I suggest such buyers find an automotive repair shop or truck supply house to do the install for them.But in the second case of insufficient material I believe that these customers might have a point, and this is why I only give four stars. In buying my Tacoma I found out that "small" trucks like my old Colorado have had growing pains in the past decade. Today's Colorado is larger than the Silverado was 10 years ago. Most of the folks complaining about material shortage have large-format trucks: F-150, Silverado or Tundra. I believe that perhaps trucks have gotten larger since this seller began marketing and that it is possible that an extra foot or two of sealer is needed for these larger truck models. If the cost of the material is too high to just throw another foot or two in then perhaps a "big truck" product at a few dollars more would fill the bill. In any case I urge the seller to re-examine whether ten feet is really enough for all larger models.I have no complaints after several weeks and many rainy days. This product effectively seals the tailgate area from water leakage even during heavy rain, and the installation documentation, both written and especially the model-by-model photos available on the seller's website, are outstanding.Recommended!
Tyler S.
May 15, 2025
I've been using these tailgate seals since 2014 and this is the 4th truck I've used it on. Easy to install. Keeps the water and dust out from around the tailgate like a champ. Instructions are easy. I suggest watching the videos on their website for tips.
Dan Durig
April 14, 2025
Installed this on my F150 to seal up the tailgate. First few days were fine and worked well with rain to keep items dry in the back of the truck.After I went to the car wash I found all the holes. While there were not a ton of them the issue I have is even with two strips I was not able to seal the sides of the tailgate with enough to stop the spray from getting in.Fast forward to 3 months and having firewood loaded. While sweeping out the bed many smaller pieces fell between the strip and the adhesive and ruined it. I now have a seal that is hanging down and out the back of the tailgate. I don't believe mounting the seal upside down would work either though it would likely increase the time that the tape held I think it just may not be in the cards without a better sealant.I removes stars for weak attachment tape (I washed car and used alcohol pads but it did no good).I also removed a start because no matter the placement I was not able to stop car wash spray from getting in on tailgate sides. It held it at bay somewhat, but not enough to store anything of value near the tailgate.
Doug
April 5, 2025
This is the 3rd time I have used this and it is outstanding! But make sure you follow the instructions exactly as the photos show, it really works great!
Ben K
March 26, 2025
Learned of this product in a YouTube video. Followed general directions, and the stripping is adhering well and doing what it promises to do, which is seal up the seams that are designed into my pickup's tailgate. The gate was never meant to be air or water tight (in fact with water, probably the opposite) but this does indeed help seal the inside from the elements. Unfortunately, specific instructions for my (older) make and model were not readily available. However, by looking at instructions for other model installs and applying a bit of common sense as to placement that formed a seal yet did not hamper operation, was able to adapt for my vehicle. So far, very pleased with the results obtained. Gate closes nicely and no water, little air flow through those seams. Much more civil (with my topper) in the back for the occasional rest stop nap. Definitely to me worth the few dollars and fifteen to twenty minutes of fiddling required.
Robert Wight
March 22, 2025
My main concern was will it really stick well. Most of the time they do not. I followed the instructions. Used soap and water then alcohol. Wipes were provided but I used cotton balls soaked in alcohol. You can stick and readjusting as needed. Then pressed down hard after applying. Waited 24 hours. Tried to pull off without damaging rubber. It Sticks and stayed stuck. Very pleased. Now I can keep the dust off my hunting and fishing gear . I drive a lot of gravel roads. Saved me a lot of money. Better than buying a suburban type vehicle.
R.Mark Williams
March 13, 2025
Very pleased with initial results. This is the best stuff i have used yet. Time will tell if the adhesive will hold but the design and thickness of the foam rubber creates a good seal. I did use additional "magic tape" also bought off Amazon to ensure the strips of foam stuck down. This was to ensure dust doesn't get sucked in through the tail gate into my truck bed when covered by a canopy.
Mario M.
February 6, 2025
Artikel genau wie beschrieben, Lieferung länger als angegeben und erwartet, ist aber gut angekommen.Gute Qualität. Dichtet meine Heckklappe! Lässt sich leicht anbringen.
DRP
February 1, 2025
Have not got the pickup yet, getting things ready for when it is here. Done some research and they say this profile is good. I do hope so as I need a totally dry pickup bed.
ABDULHADI ALamri
January 30, 2025
غير جيد في عزل الغبار والغراء ينفك بعد فتره من التركيب
kazu
January 29, 2025
ハイラックスのリヤゲートに使用しました。問題なくシールしてくれています。
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