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Old Apr 12, 2013 | 11:59 PM
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auto tarping system thoughts?

I am looking at adding a tarp system to my C600 dump. My thoughts are directed to getting one of those spring loaded arms, electric roller to let the tarp in and out. I am looking at these as I can roll and unroll from within the cab.

This would be the basic type, no side flaps. I know that the company I work for has some of these types, but that is at another office location 280 to 300 miles away so they are not available for my direct inspection.

The only direct experience I have is with a manual roll type on both my F250 w/dump insert and dump trailer.

Any thoughts as to a brand or operational experience to pass along? I see some on Ebay, but am concerned about the quality as I cannot put "hands on"

Thanks, David
 
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