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Help Selecting a Soft Tonneau Cover

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by Tac0Man, May 8, 2019.

  1. May 8, 2019 at 8:44 AM
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    Tac0Man

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    Hey guys,

    I am new to the whole pickup truck ownership thing. Anyway I know there are tons of options for tonneau covers. I have a Quad that I carry in the bed regularly and that requires being able to get the Quad all the way up to the front of the bed. (Short bed problems) I am curious what you guys would suggest in terms of options for a soft cover. I know the soft covers are far from weather tight but as close as i can get would be awesome. Thanks guys really appreciate any advice you can give!
     
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  2. May 8, 2019 at 10:39 AM
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  3. May 10, 2019 at 8:36 AM
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    Tyger soft rollup. It’s really good for the price, and if you don’t like it, it’s not a big investment. Less than $200 on Amazon. The 5’ version rolls up tight enough that it pretty much makes the whole bed accessible when open.
     
  4. May 10, 2019 at 8:47 AM
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    I've got a Truxedo Pro X15 showing up today (ask in Anything Auto thread for a nice discount), so I can post a couple of pics when I get it installed. I've also ordered some Truxseal for the rear tailgate. Only other gap to plug is between the front header and bed sides, which may have some seal in the box with the cover.

    I like this one being different with a low profile canvas/vinyl top, full lifetime warranty on everything from the manufacturer.
     
  5. May 10, 2019 at 1:17 PM
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    It will have 2 square sticky foam pads that go on the ends of your header rail in the box. There is 2 more small holes to fill. Next to the tailgate along the bottom of the bed rails on each side. I bought a small squeeze tube of clear silicone at Walmart and ran a 2" bead in those gaps. I put the tailgate seal in also. Remember to put the lower seal on upside down. (Bulb down)

    https://tailgateseal.com/2016ToyotaTacoma.html


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  6. May 13, 2019 at 6:40 AM
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    Thanks for all the awesome suggestions guys. I think I am going to start with a soft roll up cover and if that doesn't meet my needs move to a tri-fold setup and better seals. The Extang covers look really nice and well made i think I am going to start with the tyger roll up and go from there! Thanks again I really appreciate all the feedback!
     
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