opinions on retractable tonneau
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geradr4
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opinions on retractable tonneau
Hi guys! I'm looking for a retractable tonneau like the Pace Edwards and Roll-N-Lock. Does anyone have one? How's your experience with this type of cover? I'm curious if it is worth installing on a vintage truck. Thanks in advance.
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sargentrs
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Re: opinions on retractable tonneau
The only issue I've ever seen encountered is that over time, they'll bind up when you try to push them in standing by the side of the bed. They still work fine if you push them from dead center and if they're spring loaded that negates that issue. However, a friend had something similar on his SportTrac and it got sketchy after a few years.
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1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
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Re: opinions on retractable tonneau
None of them work well when cold. 
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Re: opinions on retractable tonneau
I have one that has been on my 09 Silverado since the truck was new. No issues at all. I just use WD-40 once in a while to keep it smooth.
Course where I live cold is 28 give or take.
I love it!
Course where I live cold is 28 give or take.
I love it!
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Once I thought I was wrong, but I was wrong.
Life is a banquet, and every days a feast.
68 F-250 CS 390 C-6 P/S A/C front disc. 2nd owner.
2016 GMC Terrain Denali 301 HP V-6 AWD.
2009 Silverado Crew Cab, V-8, 4X4.
DD-727
DD-806
AE-35
LSD-39
AS-41
AR-8