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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 08:43 AM
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What is the best soft tonneau cover?

I've been searching and looking all over to find a good soft tonneau. I'm likin' the looks and functionality of the Truxedo LoPro, but I'm not completely sold on it. Other people rave about the backflip...I'm just not sure. Any help is apprectiated!
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 09:16 AM
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Like I've said in a similar thread, Extang's Trifecta signature series with this cottony canvas finish, not shiny vinyl is what my bro has and I'm getting. It depends on what you need, I'm thinking there would be some space issues with a folding one close to the front not bieng folded upright. However, rolling tight with a button or truxedo style may be better, who knows. I'd stay with a reputable brand and pay the money so either brand mentioned is good.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 10:44 AM
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It would have to survive Chicago winters....
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 01:05 PM
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I had a LeBra for about 5 years on my Ranger. The best part was it doesnt use snaps or velco. Lasted as long as I had the truck, lasted longer then most from what I hear.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 04:58 PM
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I have the Truxedo lo pro bed cover its been on for a year now and i have no complants I highly recomend it
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 05:06 PM
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Truxedo lo pro here too! As is in the name...it sits very low on the bed so its not very noticable at all. I got one and recommended it to 3 of my friends who all purchased it as well and everyone and myself is very satisfied. Its kept my bed dry in down pouring rain while driving on the interstate and its made it through the brutal Iowa winter with no issues.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 05:07 PM
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There is a place about 30 seconds from my place that has the Truxedo Lo Pro for $450 installed....is that good?
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 05:23 PM
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Nicky, I've had the trux lo-pro for 3.5 years, and I'm in Cleveland. Our winters aren't much different than yours.

Given the inflation of the last 6 mos, I'd say 450 installed is a damn good price. I paid 400 for mine and had to install it myself, that was in Feb of 05.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 05:52 PM
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I'm going to go check it out this week.
They can get it in one day and install it in 30 minutes.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 12:17 PM
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I have an Access Laredo that I like.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 04:18 PM
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I've had an Access cover since I purchased my truck int 2001. Expensive, but worth it.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 04:20 PM
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My Extang soft cover lasted six years before I had to replace it.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 04:46 PM
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Truxedo Lo-Pro here too.
3 years so far on the truck including 3 Canadian winters and is still in perfect condition.
If you can get them to lower the price for not installing it, take it. It took me about 10 minutes to install it and I did it in my apartment parking lot after dark with only one street light lighting the way.
 

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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 06:04 PM
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Truxedo lo pro here too! Survived the Idaho winters and still looks new.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 06:54 PM
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I have the Access Lorado. Installed it myself in about 20 minutes.
I have had it almost 2 years, no problems at all. Not leaks easy to operate
Had 2 feet of snow on it last winter (Serra Nevada Mountains), with no leaks.
It is awesome, plus Lifetime Warranty.

If you can use a wrentch, don't pay to have someone install it. Very easy!
 
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