Is TruXedo Bulkhead Seal Needed When 2022 Chevy Silverado Has a Drop-In Bedliner?

Updated 10/16/2025 | Published 10/14/2025

Question:

Quick question I have. 2022 silverado with a drop in chevy bedliner there are slight gaps on either side of the bedliner on the front bulkheadside by the side rail will I have to put seal tape in those gaps before installing to completely seal the bulkhead? Just wanna make sure before I start installing because instructions say if you have a drop in you dont need to put the seal on. Again small gaps either side of bedliner on top of bulkhead. Let me know what you suggest.

asked by: Jason C

Bedliner Gap on a 2022 Chevy Silverado
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Expert Reply:

Hey Jason, thanks for reaching out!

The TruXedo TruXport Soft, Roll-Up Tonneau Cover # TX272801 already comes with a smaller seal installed so the extra padding of the seal tape strip isn't needed for a drop-in liner, even if you have small gaps on the side.

If you absolutely want to add some seal tape in those gaps as a safety measure that's not going to hurt anything either, so it's completely up to you.

expert reply by: Jon G