These covers are super hyped on RUclips and other social media, and perhaps they work for those applications. I went with the switchback from DB for better access to the bed, and quicker removal. My truck is lifted and I'm not a tall dude, so the front access of the HD was a no go for the reasons you just described. My cover comes next week, and I'm already thinking I should have gotten a topper instead, but that comes with its own set of considerations. It looks like the seals on your cover were not compressed enough during install and that's why it dips in the middle. Good luck on your next cover!
I see your point on how the front and rear lids taper towards the center. A perfect rain catch. Easy to see why it leaks. Good video very informative. Nice looking Gladiator.
Interesting perspective on the Diamondback Cover from a month ago. Are you going to make more videos, or was it a one off? That thing looks pretty strong though.
It it s a quality bed cover, no doubt. I have more videos coming. I just installed the diamondbacks replacement, so stay tuned for that video. It should be up next weekend.
I could never use a bed cover like that. I use my bed to haul things, I had a Tiller in it last week. A couple weeks ago I had 30 bags of mulch in it. I have a Bakflip trifold. it is light weight, water tight, still secure, but easily flipped up to allow the entire bed to be used when needed. No tools required.
The other major difference between the HD version and the other version is the thickness in material they use as well as the extra aluminum studs.
These covers are super hyped on RUclips and other social media, and perhaps they work for those applications. I went with the switchback from DB for better access to the bed, and quicker removal. My truck is lifted and I'm not a tall dude, so the front access of the HD was a no go for the reasons you just described. My cover comes next week, and I'm already thinking I should have gotten a topper instead, but that comes with its own set of considerations. It looks like the seals on your cover were not compressed enough during install and that's why it dips in the middle. Good luck on your next cover!
Did you add the shims under the bed rail covers? Thats helped substantially with the leaks for me.
I ended up buying power the power cover from EGRUSA and I could not be happier with my decision
Thanks for sharing your honest perspective on this thing. It sounds like it might be right for some while not right for others. All great points.
Glad it was helpful!
I see your point on how the front and rear lids taper towards the center. A perfect rain catch. Easy to see why it leaks. Good video very informative. Nice looking Gladiator.
Thanks 👍
Cool episode! It would be great to see the install episode of the new setup!
I plan on it, I just haven't had time to unbox it and install it yet!
Interesting perspective on the Diamondback Cover from a month ago. Are you going to make more videos, or was it a one off? That thing looks pretty strong though.
It it s a quality bed cover, no doubt. I have more videos coming. I just installed the diamondbacks replacement, so stay tuned for that video. It should be up next weekend.
I could never use a bed cover like that. I use my bed to haul things, I had a Tiller in it last week. A couple weeks ago I had 30 bags of mulch in it. I have a Bakflip trifold. it is light weight, water tight, still secure, but easily flipped up to allow the entire bed to be used when needed. No tools required.
Sounds like it works great for what you use it for!
Id regret buying that jeep...unless your wife wanted it.
Thanks I hope you don't regret trolling the comments section here! Have a great day!
The other major difference between the HD version and the other version is the thickness in material they use as well as the extra aluminum studs.