blowedupmotor87
1/2 ton status
Okay, here's the deal, I want to get the inside of my Jimmy professionally bedlined but, I can't decide between Rhino-line OR Line-X. Both companies (naturally) say they are the best. Which do y'all recommend? Thanks! 
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Rhino or Line-X?
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lectric80
3/4 ton status
Personally I prefer the Rhino if it is going to be exposed. The Line-X is a great product, but tends to be a little closer to sandpaper, whereas the Rhino tends to be a lot smoother. If I was doing it, I would go with Line-X, but it won't be exposed it will be under the carpet.
I had rhino in my old taco, and didn't like it. It was rubbery, and grabbed anything that tried to move (good for some, but no me) and tore easily. Of course the dealer that sprayed mine were idiots and I wouldn't call the FD if their building was on fire. You can check around and see what other choices are out there, gator hyde is one that comes to mind.
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http://www.speedliner.com/
this is what I have and like it. I have no experience with any other brand, however. I have had this on my rig inside and out for a couple years now and it holds up well, isn't slippery but also doesn't grab like glue.
this is what I have and like it. I have no experience with any other brand, however. I have had this on my rig inside and out for a couple years now and it holds up well, isn't slippery but also doesn't grab like glue.
Skigirl
1/2 ton status
I have Linex inside and Durabak outside. Linex is harder than Rhino (as someone else mentioned Rhino is kinda rubbery). Linex is like sandpaper, so is Durabak (except the smooth version, which is rubbery), but as long as you don't intend to slide across it in your shorts, that's not an issue. You do need to watch out for knuckle scrapes...
I've had Linex for 5 years. Holding up well.
I've had Linex for 5 years. Holding up well.
badmix
1/2 ton status
For what its worth. I spoke to Line X rep for awhile. If you ask them, they can make the texture not so ruff. From what they told me, its simply over spray. This stuff goes Everywhere and they get over spray on all the coats so the last coat they put on is done as an overspray coat so everything looks uniformed. I plan to get my interior done, and will have the cargo area 'smooth' cuz I do crawel around back there all the time. The rep didnt seem to thrilled with this added labor, but im the one that has to live with it and im the one paying. lol.
blowedupmotor87
1/2 ton status
Hmm, interesting, post up some pics when ya get it done!
Thanks for all the info everybody, I didn't realize there were that many liner companies out there, I'll have to do some more research, thanks y'all!
I like the look of the line-X the best. That may seem secondary to some, but to me it has to look good as well as work good. I used the DIY roll on stuff on my floors about 5 or 6 years ago. Tough as hell, but I don't care for how it looks at all!
Rene
Rene
Linex is so freakin awesome. I got the bed of my new f150 done w/ linex and xtra, and I can honestly say its amazing. I drag heavy loads in and out the rinse and theres no marks on it. I will be doing the tub of my blazer (when I get one lol ). Rhino is crap and can tear, where as linex bonds into the metal and can't seperate....Dave
jpdrake
1/2 ton status
how much dose it cost for the interior of the tub? has anyone spray the underside? i asume id have to put it on a rotisary?
I think the rhino looks like snot, line-x looks much better
blackk5350
1/2 ton status
does anyone have any pics of interiors done, this is raising some intrest
badmix
1/2 ton status
I line X my interior. Not sure if this forum or topic is dead but I can post pics if someone is interested.
blowedupmotor87
1/2 ton status
Go for it! I'm still thinking of Line-Xing my interior, how do ya like yours so far?
badmix
1/2 ton status
Ill post pics when I get home. But I luv. Best thing you ever do. Do as much prep work as possible and make sure of what holes you want to keep b4 hand. I had planned on making some new side panels for the back, so I put the screws backin the holes so they wouldnt get coverd up with Line X, but it looks so good that Im not putting the panels up now, so I pulled the screws out and just got some spray in a can bed liner to fill in the holes, doesnt look too bad, but it was a lesson learned. Also if you plan to do any welding or anything inside, do it b4 LIne Xing. I put my roll bar in and had it welded inside the truck and a couple spots got melted, luckily it was UNDER the roll bar feet, so you cant see it.
Blaze
1/2 ton status
Herculiner is not just as durable. The stuff is tough, but not like a professional liner.
I've had a few guys bring their trucks to me to have their Herculiner removed and have me spray a new liner in their truck. Poor guys had a look of sadness when I told them how much work it was to remove an old liner, and I have very low labor rates!
If I had to chose between the two I would chose Rhino. My truck had Line-X in the bed when I bought it. Everything I put in there slid all over the place, it was faded to like 3 different shades of grey, and it just looked really bad. Plus it was lifting in a few spots. A friend I work with bought a truck with Rhino in the bed. Although it has faded to a grey color, it seems to be pretty tough.
I would chose Scorpion over both, but that might just be because I'm the regional dealer and installer for them.
I've had a few guys bring their trucks to me to have their Herculiner removed and have me spray a new liner in their truck. Poor guys had a look of sadness when I told them how much work it was to remove an old liner, and I have very low labor rates!
If I had to chose between the two I would chose Rhino. My truck had Line-X in the bed when I bought it. Everything I put in there slid all over the place, it was faded to like 3 different shades of grey, and it just looked really bad. Plus it was lifting in a few spots. A friend I work with bought a truck with Rhino in the bed. Although it has faded to a grey color, it seems to be pretty tough.
I would chose Scorpion over both, but that might just be because I'm the regional dealer and installer for them.
i was posting on the other line-x thread about this, but i'll post it here too
hurculiner's durablity is dependant on the prep work. I can take a brick hammer to my hurculined interior, and it won't even begin to chip or flake off, simplly because i prepped it right. As with anything, you get out of it what is put in. The key to any spray, or roll in bedliner product is proper prepwork. the surface must be scuffed accordingly to allow the mastic to adhere properly. I sanded my entire floor and bed with 60 grit to give a rough enough surface to promote this adhesion. after the sanding, it is imperitive the surface is cleaned with an appropriate wax and grease remover. (a good paint reducing solvent is ok too)
whatever product is used just seems to be a matter of personal preference. I certainly don't do this for a living, but i just wanted to share my experience. I acheived professional and durable results for $200 and a few hours of my time. I believe the best resource from forums like ck5 is the variety of helpful opinions that can aid in other users decisions.
hurculiner's durablity is dependant on the prep work. I can take a brick hammer to my hurculined interior, and it won't even begin to chip or flake off, simplly because i prepped it right. As with anything, you get out of it what is put in. The key to any spray, or roll in bedliner product is proper prepwork. the surface must be scuffed accordingly to allow the mastic to adhere properly. I sanded my entire floor and bed with 60 grit to give a rough enough surface to promote this adhesion. after the sanding, it is imperitive the surface is cleaned with an appropriate wax and grease remover. (a good paint reducing solvent is ok too)
whatever product is used just seems to be a matter of personal preference. I certainly don't do this for a living, but i just wanted to share my experience. I acheived professional and durable results for $200 and a few hours of my time. I believe the best resource from forums like ck5 is the variety of helpful opinions that can aid in other users decisions.
