Overview
The Bushwacker Chevrolet OE Style Ultimate BedRail Cap, part number 49521, is a molded plastic bed rail protector for Chevrolet trucks. It covers the top edge of the truck bed to guard against dents, dings and scratches, and it can also conceal minor damage that is already present.
Bushwacker builds the cap in the U.S.A. from its Dura-Flex 2000 TPO, the same material the brand uses for its Trail Armor protection on Jeep vehicles. The finish is an OE style textured matte black, and the cap is engineered as a direct-fit part for Chevrolet beds, so owners can add edge protection without drilling into the truck.
Key features
- Dura-Flex 2000 TPO construction, which Bushwacker says is 100% UV protected to prevent chalking.
- Extra-thick walls that Bushwacker says absorb impact and resist warping.
- Mounts with a doubly secure 3M adhesive plus Bushwacker’s proprietary screw-clip system.
- OE style textured finish in OEM matte black.
- Close tolerances and smoothly finished edges for a factory-tight fit.
- Built for hard use, protecting the top edge of the bed from dents, dings and scratches.
- Made in the U.S.A.
- Covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Bed rail protection basics
A bed rail protector works as a sacrificial layer on the edge where gear, tailgate hardware and bumpers make contact. Plastic caps absorb small hits and keep the finish underneath from scuffing. They are most useful on trucks that carry tools or cargo regularly, since repeated loading wears the same spot again and again.
Consider the bed you own before choosing. A cap works best when its profile sits flat along the rail, so look at the rail shape and any bed accessories already installed. Accessories that clamp onto the rail, such as some tie-down or light mounts, can interfere with a cap and may need to be moved first.
- Look at the rail shape before buying
- Check for existing rail accessories and clamps
- Inspect the bond after the first few weeks
- Replace caps that have cracked at the clips
Specifications
| Brand | Bushwacker |
|---|---|
| Part number | 49521 |
| UPC | 90689113160 |
| Product line | Ultimate BedRail Cap |
| Style | OE Textured |
| Finish | OEM matte black |
| Fitment | Direct fit, Chevrolet trucks |
| Material | Plastic, Dura-Flex 2000 TPO |
| UV protection | 100% |
| Mounting | 3M adhesive and screw-clip system |
| Made in | U.S.A. |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Vehicle fitment
The cap is engineered for Chevrolet trucks with a factory-tight fit. Check the bed you have against your truck’s year and model before buying.
Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The cap relies on 3M adhesive and Bushwacker’s screw-clip system rather than bolts, so it installs without drilling into the bed rail.
What’s included
The mounting method is 3M adhesive and a screw-clip system. Check the box contents against your installation steps before starting.
