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The Drifter - Specs and FAQ

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by Iggy, Mar 26, 2018.

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  1. May 5, 2019 at 7:48 PM
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    rockymtnbushwacker

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  2. May 6, 2019 at 2:31 PM
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    Thanks for the pics. Helpful.
     
  3. May 7, 2019 at 1:47 AM
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    The rear hatch was designed for the Tacoma bed width. It was a challenge to adapt it to the Tundra tailgate width and taller bedsides.

    The design required more work than we anticipated since the frame and door both have 1" x 1" aluminum tubing framing.

    We do plan to redesign the door to make it less labor intensive and more economically feasible to offer. And we do plan to offer it as a retrofit kit for those that already have Drifters or will be picking them up before it is fully developed. Stay tuned!
     
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  4. May 9, 2019 at 3:35 PM
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    Nomad, eh?
     
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  5. May 9, 2019 at 3:40 PM
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    Press release states (for Chevy): "1999 - Current Chevy 1500, 2500 & 3500 6.5' beds" yet order page states "2007+ Chevy Silverado".
     
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  6. May 10, 2019 at 8:04 AM
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    Got the email announcement yesterday. No pictures of the Nomad yet on a vehicle?


    Can the Drifter be a bit taller to allow for more bedding at the top?
     
  7. May 10, 2019 at 8:13 AM
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    I’ve seen it in person. Looks totally boss. The higher profile lid is interesting but not something I’d consider for my own. Unless, that is, I bought a Tundra...
     
  8. May 10, 2019 at 8:32 AM
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    Eazy.E Big gulps huh?!

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    looks so savage!
     
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  9. May 10, 2019 at 10:09 AM
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    Where the pictures of the Nomad?
     
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    At Expo West...?

    :cool:
     
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    announcement said later today on IG. Id bet similar time the announcement came out.
     
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  12. May 10, 2019 at 12:17 PM
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    Got it.

    Too bad its only for 2007+ Tundra's.

    The only Tundras I like are the 1st gen Tundras. Perfect size!
     
  13. May 10, 2019 at 12:22 PM
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    Perhaps the most important part of the announcement..

     
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    Well duh absolutely. Who the hell would be okay with that?

    Wait, do any of the other competitors do that? Thats dumb AF if so
     
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    Its freaking huge guys. The extra width doesn't seem like a lot on paper, but in person its massive.
     
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    If I had a dime every time I’ve heard that....
     
  20. May 11, 2019 at 8:48 PM
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    tacomgee just ain't care....

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    I’ve never heard that :pout:
     
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