Gator ETX Soft Tri-Fold Truck Bed Tonneau Cover | 59303 | Fits 2009 - 2014 Ford F-150 8' 1" Bed (97.4")

I’ve had the cover for about 5 months with no problems, but today driving on the highway, I had it folded and it blew away, clamps that hold cover to truck broke and cover went out flying. There were cars behind me and luckily it didn’t hit anyone. I just think that if this cover is meant to fold it shouldn’t come off vehicle that easy. This is a dangerous thing when driving on the highway.

In order to address the reviews stating that the clamps don't secure the cover rails to the bed rails, I have a suggestion. When tightening the bolt of the clamp, it is imperative that the "teeth" of the clamps engage with the grooves of the cover rail so that the whole clamp doesn't twist while securely tightening. I suggest forging the grooves of the cover rail to be wider so that the clamp "teeth" can mate up easier.Secondly, when the cover is installed there is still quite a bit of rain water getting into the bed of the truck. In my opinion, part of the purpose of a bed cover is to keep the contents of the bed dry. I have a suggestion for that problem as well. Currently the cover comes with about a 3/4" rubber "seal strip" that sits on top of the front bed rail. That 3/4" is not wide enough to keep rain water from getting into the bed. I suggest increasing the width of that rubber "seal strip" to about 2" so that rain water can run off the cover, over the 2" "seal strip", into the area between the truck bed and truck cab.I think the cover is a good value as is, but with the suggested changes to the design to address some negative reviews, this bed cover would be an even better value.

I bought this Gator folding soft tonneau cover for my 2014 Ford F-150 SuperCrew pick up truck with the 6.5 foot bed (157 inch wheelbase) in late October 2018. I've been using it for two months now and so far I absolutely love it. The cover fits extremely well and so far I've had no issues with any water leakage. I've taken it on a 2000 mile road trip with heavy rain and snow and everything has stayed completely dry in the truck bed. It folds up super easy for loading and is quick & easy to take on and off. It also looks aesthetically pleasing, very clean. The unit is well made and I recommend it. When you install it for the first time, you need to notch the bottom of the plastic bedrail caps at the four clamp attachment points so the clamps contact the body metal. The instructions cover this and it took me literally a few minutes with a razor knife. Total initial install time was like 25 minutes. Now it only takes like 2 minutes to remove or reinstall it since the notch points help you line it up quickly. Great cover for the price, good job Gator.

I think I still had my finger on the purchase button and the box landed in my office. Fantastic! The Gator ETX soft trifold took maybe 5 minutes to install, but then I was taking my time...It performs perfectly in the week that I've had it. It's been raining and snowing since I got it, and today I looked in my truck bed and it's as dry as a bone inside! I've seen review mentions of it flapping or moving during travel. There's minimal movement of the vinyl but not to the point I'm at all concerned that it would cause ware or issues. Clamps are great. I wish they had more metal, but they're holding just fine.I cut about 1/8th off the plastic bed rail plastic to ensure the clamps were hitting metal at the point they contact the bed, about 1 1/4 width cuts with a utility blade. I'm excited to load my bed this weekend for a 200 mile trip to the mountains for snowmobiling. My favorite thing about this choice is that it takes two or three minutes to remove folded up and place inside the bed along the side, or leave it at home, when needing to load the truck with something big. Super fast to put on and off, super fast to open, and lightening fast delivery. I'm all in, and at this price, are you kidding me! Digging the limited lifetime and 10 year tarp warranty also. I highly recommend this for someone looking for the beauty and functionality of a great bed cover with the lightening quick versatility of removing and installing and adjusting in the snap of a finger.

2013 FX4, low profile mounts on inside of bed rails. this works fine with plastic bed covers and rhino lining. you will want to mount about a 1/4" higher than flush to ensure you can close tailgate then snap down cover into locking place. this will ensure the tailgate seal sits on top of gate and not inside when closed. on #2 tightness setting in below freezing temps and fit is tight and no ripples. very little movement at higer speeds that i can see. i just wanted a cover to keep things dry, not to store valueables. this is perfect and looks great.

Very happy with my purchase the Item arrived on time and in great condition and the price is very reasonable. Bed cover was easy to install, maybe 10 minutes start to finish. It has been a very rainy fall and winter in NJ and I have not had a drop of water in my bed.

Fits like a glove. Price was exceptional. Easy install. Love it.

wow

Fast shipping and very easy to install. Working well so far

Was very east to install, well packaged, very good value!

Great cover for the money, you won’t be disappointed.

instruction facile et complette

Très satisifait

It is sturdy and durable. Well worth the money