Tacoma Tonneau Cover | Retrax XR Bed Cover

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  • Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
  • The Retrax XR Tonneau Cover is one of the strongest bed covers on the market. We chose the Retrax XR because we liked the aluminum structure that gives the cover strength and the built-in bed rail (Trax Rail System) so you can customize what you want to place above it.
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Комментарии • 69

  • @porchmonkey479
    @porchmonkey479 3 года назад +15

    Nice video! I have a Pro XR, myself and thought I'd share some feedback I found along the way. The Pro series is actually rated for 500 pounds of "evenly distributed" weight, which I found impressive!
    One tip I found most helpful was Retrax recommends a slight upward tilt of their rails to help trap water into the rail, channel it into the canister, and out of the drain tubes. This also helps with how well the cover rolls. While one person handles the ratchet, one can stand on the outside of the truck's bed and place their palms on the rail with their fingers inside the rail where the ball bearings roll. Press firmly down with your palms while twisting upward with your fingers. This helps achieve a slight upward tilt and I noticed an improvement.

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +2

      That's for the comments, those are great suggestion

  • @Yettee0201
    @Yettee0201 3 года назад +3

    Cool alternative but I still like my diamondback HD

    • @ChasingTheAdventureOutdoors
      @ChasingTheAdventureOutdoors 3 года назад +1

      Diamondback is too bulky this is low profile which looks better but I’m sure diamondback has its own pros. Just depends on your own personal preference I guess

  • @06colkurtz
    @06colkurtz 3 года назад +1

    Well done. I added a low roll cover that fits under my bed rack. Love the cover

  • @h2oskeeee
    @h2oskeeee 3 года назад +4

    I have a 2021 DCSB and ordered one that I'm going to be installing myself which hopefully arrives next week. A couple of questions.
    1. Can the Toyota tie downs that slide onto the side rails still be used or will they interfere with the cover? I'd like to install them before sliding on the second T-nut on each side to give me more utility.
    2. How much room is there from the bottom of the Retrax cannister to the base of the bed? I think I'd rather have the drain holes as high up as possible so cargo won't hit the tubes as much.
    Thanks. Your video gave me a lot of good information.

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +1

      There should be plenty of room for the tie downs on the rail. There was maybe 9-12" of room under the case of the cover. Either way would work, but for the best water flow straight down drains would function best

    • @socaldreamer5568
      @socaldreamer5568 Год назад

      Just asked the same question. Were you able to fit the rail tie downs with the cover in place?

    • @josephpuchel6497
      @josephpuchel6497 Год назад

      Hello How has your cover been? Thank you

  • @johnnylycheeseed1733
    @johnnylycheeseed1733 3 года назад +1

    Great Video. You convinced me to buy one.

  • @malcomtzu7390
    @malcomtzu7390 3 года назад +5

    like it but the strongest cover is still the Diamond back HD.

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +2

      Does it roll up tight like this one?

    • @dancobin1985
      @dancobin1985 3 года назад +1

      @@SnailTrail4x4 no it flips up on either end. It's basically a toolbox deck lid.

    • @ChasingTheAdventureOutdoors
      @ChasingTheAdventureOutdoors 3 года назад +2

      The Diamondback is too bulky…this is low profile which looks way better

    • @ninjazzrhythm400
      @ninjazzrhythm400 2 года назад

      @@SnailTrail4x4 he stated "strongest". Dont know which is really "strongest" though

  • @op-bi5rs
    @op-bi5rs 4 месяца назад

    Appreciate you for made vid 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @supervong1
    @supervong1 2 года назад +1

    Very nice instructions! I though the Retrax pro XRs have the metal plates on the ends of the canister? I noticed this one is clear plastic.

  • @fat_head_Carl
    @fat_head_Carl 3 года назад +4

    Hey - I'm thinking replacing what I currently have....how's the water tightness?

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +4

      It's very water tight, had a few drips where the lid meets the tailgate, but that's somewhat expected

    • @fat_head_Carl
      @fat_head_Carl 3 года назад

      @@SnailTrail4x4 not bad at all... I went ahead and got it, gotta install... Sitting in my basement.

  • @Steve-wc8hg
    @Steve-wc8hg 3 года назад +2

    So once you install it you can not use the sliding tie downs any more or did you try to put them back on?

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +1

      Yes, every works as normal with no interface

  • @wtbofnc7880
    @wtbofnc7880 3 года назад +2

    What's the need for a lockable tonneau cover when you can lock your tailgate? Seems like overkill.

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +3

      Don't you need both, if you can't lock it the anyone can open it up

  • @fonhollohan2908
    @fonhollohan2908 2 года назад

    Have a Red Cap on my Taco their over 2,000 bucks, this thing is almost three G's, it will be after taxes although this is good quality it is very expensive.. hmmm. gotta think on this one.

  • @EvergreenOverland
    @EvergreenOverland 3 года назад +1

    Pretty cool system. Listen to the podcast. I feel your pain on releasing videos. Always waiting on one component to be right in the end. Lol

  • @TacoBruso
    @TacoBruso 2 года назад

    Great video I just bought the MR version without the rails. Was just wondering did you do a video on the prep of your truck bed ie removing the plastic top caps?

  • @brianlane9534
    @brianlane9534 2 года назад

    Having been around the block a few hundred times... It looks like the cover/lid on the locking mechanism won't last too long before it doesn't stay in place.

  • @rami3860
    @rami3860 2 года назад

    Great vid - earned a sub!

  • @spacecorp1669
    @spacecorp1669 2 года назад +1

    Should just have closed cover and made adjustments to clearance on both sides for smooth rolling !
    ~ Common Sense

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  2 года назад

      Everything rolled fine, just the alignment wasn't perfect so we did the fine adjustments

  • @socaldreamer5568
    @socaldreamer5568 Год назад +1

    Will the rail tie downs fit with the retrax in place?

    • @EddieTee321
      @EddieTee321 9 месяцев назад

      im currious about his too

  • @escualido2007
    @escualido2007 2 года назад

    Friend, I have a question for you, install a mx4d backflip cover and it filters a lot of water and the back of my truck has carpet and I would like it to be kept without any type of leaks, I ask you; This product that you are promoting on RUclips has some waterproof, but it leaks or is completely waterproof on the inside.

  • @juanv1400
    @juanv1400 3 года назад

    Can you get a measurement how much space is between the bottom of the canister and the bed? Thanks!

  • @thomaswilder3193
    @thomaswilder3193 9 месяцев назад

    How much weight will it support on top of it?

  • @lylekrannichfeld9634
    @lylekrannichfeld9634 3 года назад +1

    I don’t suppose you’ve tried installing the Pelican Cargo cross bed mount underneath this Retrax, have you? Looks like it should fit, but guessing it’s also close. Thanks!

  • @H20Spy
    @H20Spy 3 года назад +1

    Would it be better to drill the drain holes in the BOTTOM of the bed?

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +1

      Yes! But we already had the cover installed. It would be best to drill the holes before you put it in place

  • @silascastellanos
    @silascastellanos 3 года назад +1

    When are you gonna install the yakima outpoot HD

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад

      No plans as of yet, but I'm sure it will come

  • @drrker
    @drrker 2 года назад +1

    what wireless mic were you using in this video ?

  • @mustangaclr8
    @mustangaclr8 3 года назад +1

    When are we gonna get a new Samantha video

  • @xeroblastx
    @xeroblastx 3 года назад +1

    Did that tacoma bed track kit come with the retrax cover??

  • @BrettL250
    @BrettL250 3 года назад +1

    It sucks that you had to remove the tiedowns. Did you ever replace them with something else in a different location? Great video by the way.

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +1

      No, it would be really difficult to access them with the roll up case in its place. Might be able to place something on the floor of the bed

  • @GuilDormeus
    @GuilDormeus 2 года назад +1

    Noice

  • @DodgerJuanito
    @DodgerJuanito 3 года назад +1

    Link?

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад

      retrax.com/retraxpro-aluminum-series/2016/toyota/tacoma

  • @cperkins172
    @cperkins172 2 года назад

    Almost like building a house….lol

  • @tactlcal_bacon_bits4773
    @tactlcal_bacon_bits4773 Год назад

    Were you washing dishes?

  • @miguelortega7806
    @miguelortega7806 2 года назад

    After installing all the accessories you will have no cargo space. The bed is tiny.

  • @This_Guy1
    @This_Guy1 Год назад

    Almost $2,000..... its nice but definitely not that nice. Good video but product is way to expensive considering you can buy a hard camper shell for that price...

    • @espaun206
      @espaun206 Год назад

      But almost all of them are Chinese who buy them on Alibaba 320 units in bulk, and they give them at $800 and $1000
      The retrax This is 100% made in the USA, and I believe with a lifetime guarantee.

  • @mikemc4340
    @mikemc4340 2 года назад

    Having to add drainage hose is ghetto. I would not install

  • @MPGunther1
    @MPGunther1 3 года назад +1

    You had me until you drilled the hole

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад +1

      You can let it drain into your bed, that's up to you

    • @gregdyer5117
      @gregdyer5117 2 года назад

      I'm doing this install as a DIY--the composite bed already has drainage holes near the cab. I'm just going to let the cannister drain there and nature will run its course. The bed mat should keep anything critical above the drainage level except under the most extreme conditions.

    • @briandean8415
      @briandean8415 2 года назад

      @@gregdyer5117 how did your solution work? Hoping I don't have to drill...

  • @jameshovey8301
    @jameshovey8301 3 года назад +4

    "Strongest tonneau cover" is a bit of a stretch.

    • @SnailTrail4x4
      @SnailTrail4x4  3 года назад

      Prove me wrong

    • @jameshovey8301
      @jameshovey8301 3 года назад +7

      @@SnailTrail4x4 Renegade bed covers have an "On Top" capacity of 2,000 lbs. that retrax will fold up like a rusty lawn chair if you put 2,000 lbs on it.

  • @justinbryant6676
    @justinbryant6676 7 месяцев назад

    It's very important you don't put drain hole that drain on top of anything underneath. Especially the frame