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12-29-2014, 12:48 PM
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Rivet Master
2014 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vero Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 695
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I have an Extang solid fold on my 2014 Tundra CrewMax. Flexibility and cargo security were most important to me when I picked that. It fits perfectly, easy to install. Easy to remove when I need the full bed. Easy to open and close. Very secure. However, like most foldable solid covers it leaks a bit between the seams. If a dry bed is critical to you, go with one piece and make sure the seals around the bed rails are clean and tight. If flexibility, convenience, security and one-man operation are more important, the solid tri fold is a good bet. If security isn't critial a foldable soft cover might be the right answer. Net: Which is best is a matter of what function you want given the way you plan to use the cover.
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12-29-2014, 12:58 PM
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Rivet Master
1955 22' Safari
Laredo
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 1,342
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Second vote for Roll n Lock. Have one on my Tacoma and love it. Not cheap but very secure (locks to t-gate), good looking and verstatile. I like the fact that no prior planning is required if you need to use the bed for large/tall items as the cover rolls up inside a small area at the front of the bed.
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12-29-2014, 01:15 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2008 27' Classic FB
Ontario
, Oregon
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 32
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I have an Undercover that I like. You can view it a Tonneaucoversworld.com. I had the Undercover SE on my GMC and upgraded to the Undercover LUX SE for my F-150. The LUX can be painted to match the truck color, but if I had it to do again, I would stay with the basic black. Cover weights 54 lbs and can be easily removed if need be. I have never had water leakage and have been in some downpours.
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12-29-2014, 01:27 PM
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ShinyPete
2014 27' Flying Cloud
Bushnell
, Florida
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 413
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I have a Fold-a-Cover on our F150 crew. Not advertised as much as some but a great lid for our use. Had the best optional toolbox insert under the front most panel of any that I looked at. Has held up well for 2 years so far.
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12-29-2014, 07:29 PM
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George
2007 25' Classic
Calgary
, Alberta
Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 45
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I have used a Diamondback HD for a few years (on an F350) - see the background in the attached picture. Am very happy with it. Put some Thule feet on for bike racks.
The selling feature for me is its load-carrying capacity - 1600 lbs. When doing construction work or other chores, it's no problem having heavy loads put on, and it's no problem walking around on it (e.g. to put bikes or kayaks on). Has good tie-down cleats. Also quick and easy to take off if I want to use the truck for a load of gravel.
Downside - it's expensive.
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2007 Classic 25'/ 2013 Cayenne GTS/ 2015 GMC 2500HD Denali
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12-29-2014, 11:03 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2004 22' Safari
Albuquerque
, New Mexico
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 374
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Tundra Tonneau
One thing you might consider is the amount of space the cover will use.
My neighbor has a Tundra with a crew cab (5.5 foot bed) and is very disappointed that his roll cover takes up so much of the bed when rolled.
I bought a hard fiberglass LEER for my double cab (6.5 foot bed) and I am very pleased with it. The super white paint match is perfect and it doesn't take any of the bed. The LEER and Jason tonneaus have better hardware than the ARE. I originally ordered an ARE and when it was being installed they messed up the spring hinge that was supposed to be worth an extra hundred bucks... so I told them to keep it and got the LEER for the same money.
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01-04-2015, 10:14 AM
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3 Rivet Member
1977 Argosy 28
Irrigon
, Oregon
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 122
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We have a Truxedo roll up, it's completely out of the way when rolled up
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AIR# 60278
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01-05-2015, 12:52 PM
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2020 Globetrotter 25 FBT
2020 25' Globetrotter
Wildwood
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,607
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Any way to carry a kayak with any type of tonneau covers?
I really like the idea of a sectioned cover, so I can put a motorcycle in the back of the truck (6.5' bed Tundra dbl cab) but I will need to take the kayak along when not hauling the bike.
I guess I could figure roof racks for the Tundra roof?
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01-05-2015, 01:14 PM
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Full time Airstreamer
2014 30' FB FC Bunk
Anywhere
, USA Living.Somewhere.Yonder
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 1,359
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Argosy 7728
We have a Truxedo roll up, it's completely out of the way when rolled up
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I really wanted a hard cover but my CFO said it wasn't in the budget. I found a Truxedo roll up on ebay that was in good shape. It's been a few months with it now and I'm really impressed. Sure someone could rip it open in a heartbeat but I'm going with out of sight out of mind.
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01-05-2015, 01:23 PM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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Side wall rack. Make sure the cover you choose doesn't cover the top of the side walls then you can add a rack. My BakFlip VP has this design but I'd probably go with a canoe. I found I tip over kayaks very easily after having a kayak lesson a couple of years ago.
Kelvin
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01-06-2015, 07:27 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2015 25' International
Scottsdale
, Arizona
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 130
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Thanks everyone for your comments and recommendations. I have ordered the Bakflip Fibermax and it should be here tomorrow.
I appreciate your comments
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2017 Ford F-250 Diesel
2015 25' International
WBCCI # 5462 4CU
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01-06-2015, 09:37 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2017 27' International
Fall City
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 402
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late to the party, but I use a Retrax pro, which is an aluminum roll up cover. Super sturdy, no issues with leaks, easy DIY install, and you can lock it open at various points along the track. But...pricey, and the box that holds the rolled up portion does eat into bed length by about 10" (I have an 8' bed, so no real concern).
Built like a tank, and capable of supporting 500lb of weight on top. Looking into Kayak options as well.
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2013 Ram 2500 Laramie Crew Cab CTD 4x4
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01-06-2015, 10:13 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 25' Safari
Salem
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,378
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gene
Things I wonder about roll up covers:
(1.) Do the roll up covers work when there's snow and ice?
(2.) How about dust collecting and then getting into whatever it rolls into and jamming it?
(3.) How easy is it to cut through the cover with a butter knife, Swiss army knife, machete, etc.?
Gene
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Hi, I just bought a Retrax Pro roll up bed cover for my F-150. I'm waiting for the spray-o bed liner to be installed before I install this new cover.
(1.) I don't know, and maybe won't ever know, but they say mine will hold up to 500 lbs. spread out.
(2.) Dust can't be too much of a problem; The roll up canister has two water drains built into it.
(3.) My new bed cover uses Aluminum slats; Might need more that a knife.
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"Le Petit Chateau Argent" Small Silver Castle
2000 Navigator / 2014 F-150 Eco-Boost / Equal-i-zer / P-3
YAMAHA 2400 / AIR #12144
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01-07-2015, 05:00 AM
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2020 Globetrotter 25 FBT
2020 25' Globetrotter
Wildwood
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,607
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ponyfvr
Thanks everyone for your comments and recommendations. I have ordered the Bakflip Fibermax and it should be here tomorrow.
I appreciate your comments
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Ponyfvr, if you wouldn't mind, please let us know what you think, once you receive it and get it installed. I'd be interested in your impressions.
Thanks
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01-12-2015, 10:47 AM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,711
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The Retrax looks pretty nice. I'll be looking forward to reports on it especially when dirty, icy, snowy or just plain wet. How much for one of those?
With the 6.5' bed now pretty common, that would be a significant loss of space especially if you are hauling 8' sheets, 2 x 4's, etc.
Gene
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The Airstream is sold; a 2016 Nash 24M replaced it.
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01-12-2015, 11:06 AM
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Rivet Master
2005 25' Safari
Salem
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,378
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Hi, my new F-150 has the 5 1/2 foot bed, but still way more storage room than my Lincoln. We don't plan on carrying large pieces of lumber since I don't have the need to build anything. I have carried long boards on the Lincoln's roof rack in the past. Also, four clamps and two people and this bed cover comes off and can be stored up-right.
5.5' bed plus 1.5' tailgate when down equals 1' over hang with a red flag attached to sheets of plywood.
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Bob 2005 Safari 25-B
"Le Petit Chateau Argent" Small Silver Castle
2000 Navigator / 2014 F-150 Eco-Boost / Equal-i-zer / P-3
YAMAHA 2400 / AIR #12144
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01-12-2015, 11:15 AM
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Rivet Master
2005 25' Safari
Salem
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,378
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gene
The Retrax looks pretty nice. I'll be looking forward to reports on it especially when dirty, icy, snowy or just plain wet.
(1.) How much for one of those?
(2.) With the 6.5' bed now pretty common, that would be a significant loss of space especially if you are hauling 8' sheets, 2 x 4's, etc.
Gene
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Hi, Gene.
(1.) $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
(2.) The roll box does not go all the way to the bottom of the bed so a small stack of wood could slide right under the box. Therefore no real loss of room.
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"Le Petit Chateau Argent" Small Silver Castle
2000 Navigator / 2014 F-150 Eco-Boost / Equal-i-zer / P-3
YAMAHA 2400 / AIR #12144
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01-12-2015, 12:31 PM
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Rivet Master
2013 30' Classic
Greenwood
, Mississippi
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 12,111
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I could do a tonneau cover- take 1 bike with quick-release front tire-
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2013 Classic 30 Limited
2007 Silver Toyota Tundra Crew Max Limited 5.7 iForce
2006 Vivid Black Harley-Davidson Road King Classic
1999 Black Nissan Pathfinder LE
TAC #MS-10
WBCCI #1811, Region 6, Unit 56
Airforums #70955
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01-13-2015, 07:52 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2015 25' International
Scottsdale
, Arizona
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 130
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GettinAway
Ponyfvr, if you wouldn't mind, please let us know what you think, once you receive it and get it installed. I'd be interested in your impressions.
Thanks
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I installed the Backflip Fibermax and i am very happy with it. It was very easy to install and looks great.
Couple of random thoughts:
I like that it is flat with the truck side walls.
I got the Fibermax model which is a step up from the G2 and the dealer said that it will do better in the Arizona sun.
I like the fact that it is easy to have full bed access.
The cover is locked when you lock the tailgate
I am very pleased with the quality
Let me know if you have any questions or would like a photo.
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2017 Ford F-250 Diesel
2015 25' International
WBCCI # 5462 4CU
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