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The Scout
The Scout is the canopy you build a workday around. Clean aluminum flat-panel construction, weather-tight seal, and a...
- 1-Year Limited Structural Warranty
- Free Local Pickup or Live Freight Rate at Checkout
- $250 deposit on made-to-order builds
Description
The Scout is the canopy you build a workday around. Clean aluminum flat-panel construction, weather-tight seal, and a profile that fits the lines of a modern truck — no clutter, no compromise. Two integrated roof rails up top accept aftermarket crossbars or a rooftop tent for overlanding. A rear brake light keeps you visible in traffic, and an integrated cap step gives you a secure footing onto the roof. It’s the build we recommend if you want a durable, no-nonsense canopy that just works.
What’s included on every Scout
- 5052 aluminum shell (~120 lb depending on bed size, naturally rust-resistant, doesn’t noticeably affect fuel economy)
- Flip-up solid side panels (driver and passenger) — maximum weather seal and privacy
- Solid front and rear panels for a clean, unified silhouette
- Two integrated roof rails — ready to accept aftermarket crossbars or rooftop tent platforms for overlanding, kayaks, ladders, lumber, or jobsite gear
- Rear brake light — wires into your truck’s brake circuit so you stay visible in traffic
- Truck cap step — an integrated stepping point at the rear gives you a secure foothold onto the roof and to your gear
- Static roof load ~250 kg (~550 lb) parked — rated for crossbars, light cargo, and rooftop gear (reduce for driving per your rack maker’s limits)
- Clamp-on installation — no drilling into your truck; most owners install in an afternoon with a helper
- Gloss Black metallic finish standard — paint-match to any factory color (Oxford White, Magnetic Gray, Iconic Silver, Rapid Red, or your 3-letter paint code; adds 1–2 weeks to build time)
- Weather-sealed gaskets, factory-keyed lock points, full mounting hardware, install guide
- 1-Year Limited Structural Warranty covering the shell, welds, and structural integrity
The Zero-Stress Fitment Process
Pick your truck year, make/model, and bed length above. Our California team manually cross-references your factory build sheet against our engineering molds to confirm exact fit before production begins — no tape-measure guesswork on your end. If we can’t fit your truck, your $250 deposit is refunded in full.
Made-to-order, delivered direct
The Scout is currently built to order at our overseas manufacturing partner, then QC-inspected and crated in California before it reaches you. Timeline: about 10–12 weeks in the factory and 2–3 weeks to our Orange County warehouse. Reserve your build with a $250 deposit applied to your total. We confirm your spec and bill the balance before it ships.
Then choose how you get it: free local pickup at our Orange County warehouse, or LTL freight delivery to your driveway with a live shipping quote calculated at checkout based on your address.
Questions about your specific truck or custom configuration? Email us — we respond within 24 business hours.
What happens next
From here to your driveway
After you check out, here's the timeline for your build.
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Configure
Pick your build, lock in your truck make, model, and bed length.
Today · 5 min -
Build & arrive
About 8 weeks production at our partner factory, then ~2 weeks ocean freight to our Orange County facility — 10–12 weeks total from your $250 deposit.
10–12 weeks -
Pickup or ship
Free local pickup at our Orange County warehouse, or LTL freight to your address — your exact rate is calculated live at checkout when your balance is invoiced.
Your choice -
Install
Clamp-on design — no drilling into your truck. Most install in an afternoon with a helper.
1 afternoon
Before you buy
Common questions
What buyers ask us most before pulling the trigger on a Chitin build.
Have another question?Will this cap fit my exact truck?
Yes — as long as your truck matches the make, model, generation, and bed length you select above. Our cuts are model-specific. If you're between generations or unsure, message us your VIN and we'll confirm fitment.
What's included in the box?
The cap, all mounting hardware, gaskets, install guide, and the keys for any lock points on your config. You'll need basic hand tools and (recommended) a second pair of hands to set it on the bed.
How long until it reaches me?
Every CHITIN is made to order. From your $250 deposit, it takes about 10–12 weeks for your build to reach our Orange County warehouse — roughly 8 weeks production at our partner factory plus ~2 weeks of ocean freight to OC.
Once it arrives, you choose free local pickup or LTL freight to your address — your exact freight rate is calculated live at checkout when the balance is invoiced.
Can I add accessories later?
Yes. Crossbars, drawers, LED lights, and most side panel addons can be added post-install. Some integrated options (like the kitchen kit) are easier to spec during the initial build.
What if it arrives damaged?
Because our canopies ship in heavy-duty industrial wooden crates, damage is rare. However, you must inspect the crate before signing the driver's delivery receipt. If the crate is compromised, note "Damaged" on the paperwork and email photos to orders@chitincap.com immediately so we can file a carrier claim and swap your unit.
Need a different spec?
We build to spec
Not seeing the config you want? Send us a photo or sketch — if it fits a truck, we can probably build it.