Line X questions from a dude that hasn't done Line X before

My 2018 bed has taken some beatings. I kept it clean, but used the truck bed as a truck bed should be- and I always planned to get it protected once my abuses resulted in shit that wouldn't buff out, and we are there. It's time.

I read up, but the most recent posts are getting old. Wondering if advice has evolved any.

I would plan on Line X, as that coating has been the most widely used and commented on. I would opt for the UV protective additive. I would request that bed hardware be removed prior to coating, like the major bolts, bed rails, etc...

Is there anything else I am missing? Anything I should ask for or specify?

I would plan to use the Line X Vendor in Clackamas (Oregon), as they have been doing this for decades. Any advice from any locals?

 

I just did it a few months back. Highly recommend the premium va standard. Looks great

 

Not really a big issue here. If they have been doing this for years like you said, then just take it in and have them do the Linex. I have a 2014 that I had done when new and the Linex is still holding up fine. Get the UV variant or whatever equivalent there is now.

 

Most all places will stop the coating at the flat of the back of the bed and the sides, same for the tailgate. I specifically asked to coat the "crotch" of the bed and tailgate, as well as the corner "crotch" of the bed and tailgate. This area is where any and all shit that you might load into the bed will hit or fall. The guy questioned me when I asked, but then realized that it makes sense! This way if you ever take your tailgate off, the vertical surface of your bed down to the bumper is coated as well as inside of the tail lights. So if you're pushing anything big into the bed, nothing will hit paint. A pic of mine for reference:


It only needs a thin coat but it's nice to have those areas protected.