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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 10:38 AM
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I was looking at some roll up tonneau covers just to put on for a little bit of protection and to keep things dryer for hunting. I think i would like a soft one that way i can just roll it up for a 4-wheeler or to use the bed for something. Just wondering what you guys like? or have any ideas on them?
 
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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 4playin
I was looking at some roll up tonneau covers just to put on for a little bit of protection and to keep things dryer for hunting. I think i would like a soft one that way i can just roll it up for a 4-wheeler or to use the bed for something. Just wondering what you guys like? or have any ideas on them?

I have an Undercover on mine for the past two years and luv it. I just have to plan a head when I want to haul stuff...
 
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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by 4playin
I was looking at some roll up tonneau covers just to put on for a little bit of protection and to keep things dryer for hunting. I think i would like a soft one that way i can just roll it up for a 4-wheeler or to use the bed for something. Just wondering what you guys like? or have any ideas on them?
I like my Truxedo. It's durable, sharp looking (IMHO), and convenient.


https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...hlight=tonneau
 
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Old Apr 17, 2009 | 08:07 PM
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I have the Extang Trifectia on my truck. It works really well, but it only folds in three. It dies not roll up but it you can remove the whole thing in under 5 minutes. I have seen a foot of snow on it and it did not collapse.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 08:39 AM
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OK, the only advice I will give is that if you do not want a hard or folding cover spend the extra money and get a cover that has self adjustment/tension. I have an Extang cover that has the press seal, no snaps and no tension controls. It works well except for when it gets cold. If you roll it up on a cold day you're going to have a hell of a time trying to roll it back. I have a few friends that learned this lesson also and now they have one with self tension option.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 01:31 PM
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Good to know. thanks bomber468.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 03:58 PM
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Truxedo is what I had on my 2001.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 04:08 PM
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I have had several DOWNEY SST tonneau covers and love them. They have plastic snaps and it does not get hard to take off or move then the weather gets cold. I have never had a problem with the snaps and you slid them back if needed. Much better idea then the metal snaps. It is very easy to install and to take care of. The best part is that they are around $200.

Downey Products Northeast - SST
 
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 06:38 PM
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[quote=Rusty Bumper;7398133]I like my Truxedo. It's durable, sharp looking (IMHO), and convenient.

Same here. I't just what you're looking for. It tentions itself when you snap it down. You don't have to plan ahead. Just roll it up.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 01:58 AM
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i have an access brand tunneau cover and i really like it u can tighten it to what ever u want it does not have snaps i hear they are a pain in the *** when its cold to snap...mine has the velcro on the side u can pull it tight and push it down and is nice and tight u dont have it floping in the wind when your going down the highway...if u need to roll it up it maybe takes up 5 or 6 inches in the front top of your bed it has straps to strap it tight so it wont unroll on you...if i got a new truck i would get another one of them if u like the soft style and easy access to your bed...i can haul my 4 wheeler, hunting stuff, and ice fishing stuff and not have it in the way at all
 
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 09:01 AM
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I have a diamondback truck cover on my truck, they tell me I can put 2 atvs on it and still have my bed accessible underneath. Haven't tried it yet, but it looks cool on mine.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 03:53 PM
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I have the extang trifecta. It's the best I ever owned. If you want t use part of the bed just fold it up. If you need the whole bed, it takes me 2 minutes to take it off.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 04:16 PM
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Truxedo, all the way
 
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Old Apr 20, 2009 | 09:34 AM
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Bak-Flip. Low profile, easily removed, easily opened, better security than soft
 
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Old Apr 20, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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Right on guys thanks for all the info.
 
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