Bed Cover Preference: Roll Up or Flip Up, and Why?

[Little_Feller]

Budget and aesthetics will probably make your decision easier. Do you want it to sit flush? Do you have >$1000 to spend? There are a lot of options here.

I got the gator hard tri-fold, and it takes only a min or so to take it off (4 plastic knobs on mine). I know they sell ones that stick up but it wasn't worth spending the extra money when it would only save me a minute or so in the long run and most of the time I don't need to take it off anyway.

I think soft covers are fine, but I like the aesthetics of the hard cover sitting flush. The rolling hard covers look cool but are too $$ for me to justify. The hard tri-fold hit the sweet spot for me.

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That's definitely a bummer, that's the first bad experience I've read concerning the Diamondback. It's tough because you'll read lots of good comments on a particular cover on the forum, and then you'll run across some bad experiences, and it's back to square one.

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[Mister Lamb]

This Rough Country low-profile tri-fold is what I'm using. I live in Queens and don't have faith my fellow New Yorkers won't put a knife through my non-locking soft cover. If I didn't live somewhere so populated I would use an alternative that allows for full use of the bed (roll-up). My Ozark Trail cooler just fits but is not very big. Looking back I'd also like a cover that can handle some weight to affix for extra storage.

This thing is leak proof and handles power washes so overall happy with it.

 

[OngsterA]

Guys, help me out here, which of the above will fit without gaps over the bed WITH my Fishbone half rack in place? This is my permanent setup, RTT on top is used often. I don't want anything rolling up stuffed against the back window. Total security is not as important as I don't usually carry anything back there except for packing and recovery gear when needed. Main purpose is to keep the elements out. Thanks!

 

[Rocksalt]

I like my roll up

 

[Ogre_FL]

I have put a soft roll up on all my trucks, starting with custom snap types back in the 80's.
They have all been inexpensive, with the Odero/Colorado one I have on my JT being only $115

I like to take my motorcycles places and still have the cover to use once I am there.
I also like to be able to see out the back and have use of the whole bed.

Was really pleased that my truck tent also fits right over the rolled up cover too.
I have yet to have to take it off for anything.

 

[Karmageddon]

I just installed my BAK Revolver X4 I so far it is a great cover. Installation was simple, it is very secure and water intrusion is minimal. The primary reason I chose this cover was for the t-slots on the rails so I could mount my bed rack. The combination of cover and rack made for a very clean installation. I use my JT primarily for camping, light off-roading and the occasional road trip. I wanted a cover that would protect my gear from the elements and casual thieves.

 

[OngsterA]

I just installed my BAK Revolver X4 I so far it is a great cover. Installation was simple, it is very secure and water intrusion is minimal. The primary reason I chose this cover was for the t-slots on the rails so I could mount my bed rack. The combination of cover and rack made for a very clean installation. I use my JT primarily for camping, light off-roading and the occasional road trip. I wanted a cover that would protect my gear from the elements and casual thieves.

How about pics of your set up? I too want a cover that fits under my bed rack, that needs to fit inside the Jeep's bed sides, not on top of, if possible.

 

[Karmageddon]

How about pics of your set up? I too want a cover that fits under my bed rack, that needs to fit inside the Jeep's bed sides, not on top of, if possible.

Here ya go.

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[Snake Eyes]

Here ya go.

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That looks great. What rack is that?

I have the Bak Revolver X4s and love it. Very easy install. Rolls easy locks and looks good. Also weight is not as heavy as the Diamondback which I was considering.

 

[Sarge502]

I’ve said it over and over. In my opinion there’s not a better cover than Diamondback if you’re looking for security and weather resistant. Besides they look bad ass. So if you can afford the pricing I say go for it. Buy one cry once. I opted for the HD and didn’t want to settle for the SE although most could suffice with the SE.

Only thing is most (and I say most, cause there are a few that do), bed racks don’t work with them or at least limit it’s opening range. But based off my set up and plans Im not going that direction anyways. The chassis unlimited racks in my opinion work the best with them if I ever do get a rack.

In the meantime I love my bed set up and cover. One of the best mods on my JT and the first thing I knew I would get even before I got my JT.

 

[OngsterA]

@Karmageddon how does that mount under the rack? Pics thx.

@Sarge502 thanks for that info, but I need one to fit under my very useful bedrack, even if have to slightly modify it.

 

[Karmageddon]

That looks great. What rack is that?

I have the Bak Revolver X4s and love it. Very easy install. Rolls easy locks and looks good. Also weight is not as heavy as the Diamondback which I was considering.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08ZSB4C68/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Karmageddon]

@Karmageddon how does that mount under the rack? Pics thx.

@Sarge502 thanks for that info, but I need one to fit under my very useful bedrack, even if have to slightly modify it.

BAK Revolver uses a combination of clamps and screws/nutserts inserted into existing holes in the bed. No drilling required, just some minor trimming of the bed liner and plastic bed rail covers. The bed cover installs first and then the bed rack attaches to the bed cover rails via the t-channels. It's super easy to install.

Here is a link to a good installation video for the bed cover:
https://www.google.com/search?q=bak...nt=gws-wiz#kpvalbx=_AcOOYquTH-uKytMPyvm4qA023

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