Cheap Ebay Tonneau cover and Cargo Management system

[Wyojeep]

Hi! I wan’t to purchase an inexpensive Trifold tonneau cover for my Gladiator and they all say they are designed for the beds Without the cargo management system. Has anyone figured out a DIY to incorporate the rail system as a mounting point ?

Respectfully,
Mike

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[Montytrmpt]

I have a home brew unistrut system based on the one found on this forum. I have a cheap trifold and the mounts near the cab were okay. For the latches near the tailgate I’m using galvanized screen door handles mounted in the rail. They double as a handy anchor point too. I don’t know if this would help you, but it might give you some ideas.

 

[Gren71]

Honestly Id suggest just going with a second hand mopar rolling tonneau. Its the best cover ive ever had when it comes to functionality.

 

[cuellar13]

They are all most likely going to use C clamps as their mounts, which are 2 piece; you may be able to take the bottom half of the clamp off and drill through the top half to affix it to the trail rail. Would definitely need to see the manufacturer's clamps, though. I'm with @Gren71 - spend the few extra bucks and get a reputable brand, or get a used one on the forum or Marketplace- it's worth it. My Bestop was only like $400 new, and gave the option to mount with or without the trail rail. Just my $.02

 

[Wyojeep]

I have a home brew unistrut system based on the one found on this forum. I have a cheap trifold and the mounts near the cab were okay. For the latches near the tailgate I’m using galvanized screen door handles mounted in the rail. They double as a handy anchor point too. I don’t know if this would help you, but it might give you some ideas.

excellent hack! This is what I’m looking for.

 

[Wyojeep]

They are all most likely going to use C clamps as their mounts, which are 2 piece; you may be able to take the bottom half of the clamp off and drill through the top half to affix it to the trail rail. Would definitely need to see the manufacturer's clamps, though. I'm with @Gren71 - spend the few extra bucks and get a reputable brand, or get a used one on the forum or Marketplace- it's worth it. My Bestop was only like $400 new, and gave the option to mount with or without the trail rail. Just my $.02

You are probably right about finding a used one. Thank you!

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