i thhink ive narrowed my search to the express, keeping in mind cost and everything else i want-no snaps, low profile, rail mount. anyone have any experience with them or other input

 

I'm shopping around as a first time buyer of a tonneau cover. I'm considering the Lorado that also has the struts that roll up with the cover. One difference I see is that the Lorado has a manual tension adjustment. I don't know if an "auto" adjust is better than the manual. The Lorado provides pretty good security with the locking tailgate since it has to be opened to unlatch the tonneau. From comments of reviewers, it sounds like the Express can be completely removed quickly and easily which is a plus if you're getting loose stuff like gravel or mulch loaded with a front-end loader.

If you checked into the Lorado, any reason why you prefer the Express at this point? What about the Ford accessory?

Sorry about being no help but hopefully those with some experience can help us out. I'm not trying to hijack the thread.

 

Also have the Truxedos on special right now. Give me a call and I will give you a great price on either the Lorado or any of the Truxedo brands.

 

Yes, I have an Extang Express tonno. It is really excellent in every respect. It seals the bed area perfectly (first tonno I've had that did). It went through the Winter with VERY heavy snow and ice without a problem. Extremely easy to install and use. The only quirk I noticed is that when up to speed, the black nylon clips sometimes tap on the rear window. I got two pieces of stick on velcro and stuck them to the glass, problem solved. I think that you will REALLY like the Express Tonno!

 

I looked around at quite a few tonneaus before I bought mine. I wanted something that was secure/lockable and still gave me full use of the bed if I needed it. I chose the BakFlip for my '07 Supercrew. It installed in about 15 minutes, folds up to expose the bed, when in the "full open" position, it protects the rear window from the cargo. It's secure, all you have to do is close the lid then close/lock the tailgate. I've been really pleased with it. I'm a Volunteer Firefighter and gets my turnout gear out of the cab and keeps it secure.

 

It sounds like you’re looking for a comparison of the tension control adjusters between the Lorado Roll-Up Cover and the Extang Express. Here’s how I see it…
In theory, auto tension adjusters sound good, but in real world conditions there are downsides because of moving mechanisms.

1) Cold Weather - When exposed to rain, sleet, and snow, most self-adjusting mechanisms become water logged, freeze up and then are ineffective.

2) Debris and Moisture - After repeatedly being exposed to road dust, debris, and rain/car washes, most auto tension mechanisms become dirty and gritty and then jam and bind up.

The great thing about the manual direct tension adjuster on the Lorado Cover is, you set the cover tension and it stays. No hassles or worries with elements and no tools needed. Plus you avoid the real world pitfalls common to auto tension controls.

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