Retrax vs Rollbak?
#2
My cousin just got the Retrax and loves it. It is very sturdy.the top glides on bearing and you can move it in and out from the side.It also looks very cool. Low profile.
I'm looking into the Roll Bak because it is pretty close to the same style as the Retrax but the unit doesn't cover your stake pockets and the top glides on felt. I'm not 100% on which one I want, I'm still researching......good luck
I'm looking into the Roll Bak because it is pretty close to the same style as the Retrax but the unit doesn't cover your stake pockets and the top glides on felt. I'm not 100% on which one I want, I'm still researching......good luck
#3
I'm in the same boat.
The thing that turns me off about Retrax (and it may be baseless), is that in all the pics I've seen, the Retrax is so... shiny. I want a flat finish, not a glossy, just-waxed finish. The factory bedrails are flat, so I'd like the cover to be flat as well.
Somebody tell me, am I just seeing photos of prettied-up Retrax covers, or are they actually shiny like that?
Same for the Rollbak - is it flat like that, or are the pics just not of glossed-up Rollbaks?
The thing that turns me off about Retrax (and it may be baseless), is that in all the pics I've seen, the Retrax is so... shiny. I want a flat finish, not a glossy, just-waxed finish. The factory bedrails are flat, so I'd like the cover to be flat as well.
Somebody tell me, am I just seeing photos of prettied-up Retrax covers, or are they actually shiny like that?
Same for the Rollbak - is it flat like that, or are the pics just not of glossed-up Rollbaks?
#4
The Retrax is shiny.
I decided to go with the Retrax.
After a lot of research, the Retrax has more +'s than -'s. There are no springs to brake or jam. No straps to pull from the center. If you have to you can trim the pockets out if you need to. It also has the smallest drum. you can open and close it to any position you like. It also has a locking mech.
It does come down to what you like to look at thou.
Good luck
I decided to go with the Retrax.
After a lot of research, the Retrax has more +'s than -'s. There are no springs to brake or jam. No straps to pull from the center. If you have to you can trim the pockets out if you need to. It also has the smallest drum. you can open and close it to any position you like. It also has a locking mech.
It does come down to what you like to look at thou.
Good luck
#5
#6
So far the best price I found was from: http://www.truckgadgets.com/index.html
You have to call them to get a price. They do discount for being on forums.
Good luck
You have to call them to get a price. They do discount for being on forums.
Good luck
#7
Take a look at this
Here is another bed cover worth looking at. It is not shiny black and when retracted it does not really take up too much of the bed. I had it on my last truck (2000 F-150) and I realy liked it. The downside is that it is not guaranteed to be waterproof. I really don't know any rollback cover that is though. The company shipped in a timely manner and I did install with a buddy. It is quite durable. It is held in place with two shocks at the front of the bed. It does not stand too tall above the bed rail and also does not cover the bed rail holes. It is also lockable for security. Just a thought for you to look at.
www.peragon.com
www.peragon.com
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#8
Check this out
One more thing, I ordered mine from a company called Cargogear.
Here is their website
www.cargogear.com
Here is their website
www.cargogear.com
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#10
Retrex cover
I ordered a Retrax cover for my truck and when it arrived and I installed it I discoved the cover was cracked. You could not see the crack until it was installed. I had a hard time returnnig it. I had to get the credit card comp. involved before I was able to get a refund.I got another cover from Truck Covers USA I am happy with this cover.
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#13
I have a Rollbak and I think it is the best thing i have done to my truck. The thing is very easy to install with minimal tools. It is set up to stop every foot so you can partially cover your load and still have room for taller cargo. I am 260lbs and have no problem walking across the top. It locks so you can keep things dry and locked up on a road trip. I would recommend it. The only thing you have to do is keep the rails lubricated, if you dont it has a tendancy to get stuck.
#14
Authorized Retrax dealers are not allowed to discount more than 10% from the suggested retail price including shipping if the dealer is quoting publically (like on the internet). Otherwise, the dealer can sell the cover at any price they wish. So, you might be able to buy a cover at a less expensive price if you find a local dealer.