Review: Automat Central-Versa Gate

[illinoisboytacoma24]

Automat Central

Versa-Gate

http://www.automatcentral.com/tacoma-versagate.html

I ordered on a Thursday and it was there by Saturday. Shipping was very fast for the size of the box.

The first time you put it on, it will take a little adjustment but overall, I am very happy with it. I will use for camping, being able to haul that much more in my short bed.
There was only one issue with the extender, the latches that hook it to the truck do not function properly. I feel that without using the padlocks to hold it on, which also doubles for security, it wont work. I look at it, that I would want security anyway, so it works for me.

This is also a bed divider, which will work great for anything that I need to use it for. It works by extending out, so it wont hold logs in, but will work for most anybody, with what they are going to use for day to day.

It will also fit inside any access or DC, without a problem, as well as even in a single cab in the front passenger seat if needed.

This product for the price $114.99 its a great deal. I know I was reluctant to purchase the ones that I have looked at that are over $200+



I dont see a way that the clamps would rub the paint either.


Here is a distant shot of the padlock that is holding it on, I pulled pretty hard on the extender to test the strength, and feel that it wont have any issues with anything that I will be using it for.



This is a close up of one of the padlocks that I am using to hold it on, as well as security.


This is the other function of the extender, which is a bed divider. I like that it fills up the side rails, so you could pile stuff up pretty high behind it. It has extensions that come out of the ends with rubber grommets on them to make it stay in place.



Again, I used my padlocks to lock it in place, while in divider mode.


I think overall for the price you cant beat it. For camping trips, or a run to Lowes, this will be great for me.

NOTE: I did get a discount for this, but I wanted to give you all my honest opinion on this extender. I defintely recommend.

[illinoisboytacoma24]

So my first write up, and no one has anything to say? Come on fellas?

[silver surfer]

Good write up and photos.

I'm considering adding one to my shortbed to use as an "extended frame" under a closed snugtop door to increase legroom for sleeping. I would cover it with a tarp or something, but am thinking it would provide a barrier from anybody/thing from coming in to visit.

Do you think it would be a bunch of trouble to take off and set up every day?

[illinoisboytacoma24]

Originally Posted by silver surfer

Good write up and photos.

I'm considering adding one to my shortbed to use as an "extended frame" under a closed snugtop door to increase legroom for sleeping. I would cover it with a tarp or something, but am thinking it would provide a barrier from anybody/thing from coming in to visit.

Do you think it would be a bunch of trouble to take off and set up every day?

No, I wouldnt think so. Once you get the cables set in place/adjusted, all it is from there is to put it in place. I would think that would work great for what your wanting.

[Scooter]

This looks like a great product for the price. I am actually looking more for a bed divider. Being able to use it as a bed extender is a bonus.

I have a Bak Flip G2 tonneau cover. It has side rails that covers up the original bed rails so, this friction fit would do well.

Does it fit just under the original bed rails? My tonneau cover rails sit on the bed rails and extends down about 3/4 inch. Will this bed divider clear the tonneau cover rails?

[silver surfer]

IBT24,

Thanks for the help. I appreciate it. Lookin' hard at one now.

Scooter,

According to the add I saw on EBay, the medium is shown to be the one that fits the Taco and is said to be 16 inches tall. IBT24 may be able to verify appropriate size (small, medium, large etc) and actual dimensions.