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Best bed cover?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by a.alderson, Jul 9, 2013.

  1. Jul 9, 2013 at 11:52 PM
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    a.alderson

    a.alderson [OP] Member

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    Cool "Jurassic Park" decal in rear window.
  2. Jul 10, 2013 at 12:05 AM
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    gnstalodz

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    best one imo
     
  3. Jul 10, 2013 at 1:01 AM
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    1911

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    That is what I have, and I love mine.

    One of the great features that many other makers do not have are arms which lock the cover in the upright position while traveling. What makes these different is that it holds the cover away from the back of the cab, it sits parallel to it as opposed to leaning up against it, this prevents and damage to the cab.

    Here is link to a video showing mine and able to travel with it up, not touching or rubbing on cab in any way....

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SndGyzWTjU4
     
  4. Jul 12, 2013 at 4:31 PM
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    a.alderson

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    Wow. Thanks for the info. I guess my choice is made.
     
  5. Jul 12, 2013 at 8:18 PM
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    TotesMagotes

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    I have a truxedo tonneau cover and it's great, rolls up when i don't need it and it's like it was never there. Easy to install, keeps my stuff safe...works for me.
     
  6. Jul 13, 2013 at 1:13 PM
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    New to the forums and I was looking for help on this exact matter. I'm actually looking at the Backflip G2 or the Roll X myself as well. My only hang up with the G2 is that it blocks the rear view completely if it's all the way up, but I realize it won't be in that position often AND since if it's up all the way, chances are I'm hauling something that's blocking my view anyway right?

    Has that been an issue or irritant for anyone though?
     
  7. Jul 13, 2013 at 5:05 PM
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    TacomaMAINEiac

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    I have the Freedom EZ-tilt from Extang. I've had it for about 7 years and its held up great. Little faded but I've never put any conditioner on the material. My only wish is having the bed rail bed lined because the pads on the cover that sits on the rail has worn my paint to the primer. Other than that its awesome in my opinion.
     
  8. Jul 13, 2013 at 5:10 PM
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    02goldie

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    bakflip is the way to go imo. a buddy of mine had one and theyre very well built and secure. i bought my truck with a leonard fiberglass solid cover and it is a huge pain taking it on/off, it takes two people unless i feel like gettin a good workout in lol
     
  9. Jul 13, 2013 at 5:14 PM
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    tacomalimited

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    I don't like that cover, because it's easily opened by sticking a coat hanger between the cover and tailgate and pulling the release cable. That is why I didn't get it. I went with the fold a cover g4 elite. In my opinion, it's one of the most secure foldable covers.
     
  10. Jul 14, 2013 at 10:58 PM
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    Thanks for the input. Will have to do more research I guess.
     
  11. Jul 14, 2013 at 11:17 PM
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    they don't make the G4 Elite for my 2001 tacoma lol. but i totally see what you mean by the wire hanger thing in the bakflip models.
     
  12. Jul 20, 2013 at 4:58 AM
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    Truxedo LoPro QT......loved mine! Sealed real good. Easy roll up to use the bed when needed. Never sagged and always tight. Highly recommend.
     
  13. Jul 20, 2013 at 5:19 AM
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    JohnnyWayne

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    I vote undercover, it locks well and essentially locks the tailgate - love mine.

    Not my truck but this is what mine looks like:

    [​IMG]
     
  14. Jul 21, 2013 at 5:36 PM
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    weather techs, 20precent tint, leveling kit, back flip bed cover, rhino liner
    You guys with the g4 elite, how does it seal up to the elements?
     
  15. Jul 21, 2013 at 5:48 PM
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    tacomalimited

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    It's about 99% waterproof. I get a few drops in by the tailgate, but only when it rains REALLY Heavy!Even then, it's hard to tell if it's from the rain, or from when i opened the cover. I would say it's pretty waterproof.
     
  16. Jul 21, 2013 at 6:01 PM
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    Yeah, that's why I didn't get it, I was so close to getting it, then I found out how easy they were to break into, so I went with the G4Elite. Very happy with it!If they don't make that cover for your year Tacoma, I had a "Roll n lock" cover on my last truck, that cover was nice too, it also doesn't require a locking tailgate, the cover locks itself to the tailgate,securing the cover and the tailgate. Here's the link....http://www.carid.com/2004-toyota-tacoma-tonneau-covers/roll-n-lock-m-series-tonneau-cover-4305937.html
     
  17. Jul 21, 2013 at 6:12 PM
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    04trd

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    weather techs, 20precent tint, leveling kit, back flip bed cover, rhino liner
    Wow that's not cheap:eek:
     

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