DiamondBack Covers | Modifications

what fridge is that? My 75dz only slides in the through the middle to clear the locking rod. And I had to cut a section of my mat to fit it.

 

Its the Iceco VL45 Pro series Single Zone Fridge/Freezer. Perfect size for me.

https://icecofreezer.com/blogs/events/everything-to-know-about-the-new-vl-pro-series

They have dual zones as well. The height is 18.1 inches so it fits right underneath the locking rod. I have the rod positioned upward to provide better clearance.

 

I'm looking for a low profile fridge slide to install to make pulling the fridge in and out easier. I've been eyeing the Kickass Heavy Duty fridge slide. It says it only adds ~7/8 in to the overall height.

https://kickassproducts.com/products/kickass-heavy-duty-fridge-slide

I was also looking at the Adventure Kings Titan fridge slide but they don't deliver to the U.S.

Any thoughts or recommendations?

 

I recently installed my cover maybe like 2/3 months ago & today I had my rear window open for the first time and I heard some squeaking. I couldn’t hear it when I closed the rear window and had the rest of the windows open, so I figured it was coming from the cab panel. I’m thinking it may be from the lock rods, I may have to adjust them because it seems like the panel is shifting back and forth? That’s what I’m guessing, because everything else seemed tight when I checked it (I don’t have my tools with me so I just checked it on the fly). Has this happened to anyone else? I’m sure it’s a quick fix, just looking for some insight before I get home and adjust the rods.

 

What's your opinion on the black finish on this L-Track? Do you think it will show a lot of wear in the future if your moving the fittings around constantly?

 

I've noticed that there is some fine adjustment to the the lock rods. I'd make sure that when you turn the lock handles, make sure it's good and snug. I had my front a bit loose and the handle turned (it wasn't locked), and let the cover pop up while driving.

 

The L-Tracks are very well made. I don't think you'll see some wear for a very long time. The Uptop rack might definitely show some wear before the L-Tracks. I really like how versatile they are. I removed the back rack again to get ready for camping with my son this coming weekend. The L-Tracks still look good.

 

Anyone have any issues with the weather stripping and installing under 50 degrees? I really want to get my cover on and it will be above 50 during the days but not at night....instructions say 50+ for 24 hours....if I really have to wait until then I won't be installing this for at least another month!

 

I had my partner sit on the top of the panel when I tightened it down. It requires me to push down as I close the lock rods But I have had 0 issues for the past 1.5 years.

 

Any suggestions if I don't have another person to help with the install?

 

Got any random heavy stuff?

 

Yea just pile things on it until you see if squeeze down. I have the HD so I could pull it down from the inside but it’s much harder to do that way.

 

I just installed a Diamondback SE on my 6' Tacoma bed. I sort of like it but I think a failing point would be the vulnerability of the locking handles to a well swung hammer. One wack on the keyed side of the locking handle and the top swiveling porting of it will easily bust off. Has anyone contemplated/done a replacement mechanism to Diamondback's locking handles?

 

Camping set up.

 

I'm having trouble getting my cover on the passenger side to close on the front of my SE, have y'all experienced this and found a solution?

 

Did those end caps some with the bars? I was looking at ordering the tracks from Frontline but didn't see those end-caps.

 

Caps were in the box. All the parts were included ... the individual bags even had initials by their employees.

 

Spotted this Tundra utilizing the DB HD cover with what appears to be a drawer system on top of the front and rear panels underneath three crossbars with a headache rack up front.

 

Interested in this as well

 

Had the same trouble...
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/diamondback-covers-modifications.553966/page-63#post-25126112