BAKFLIP MX4: 18 Month Follow-Up
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- Опубликовано: 7 июл 2024
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This is a follow-up review of the BAKFLIP MX4 Bed Cover a year and a half later.
Here is the original video:
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Exactly what I was looking for, a non-sponsored review. Thanks!
Exactly what I was looking for, a non-sponsored review. Thanks! I hate scratches and plastics mounted to metal cheap designs.
Thanks for the review. This is exactly how products are improved and why.
Thanks for the honest feedback!
Thanks for the review, and it's also really nice to see you responding to various questions. Found a few answers to questions I had myself actually, so thanks for that as well!
Glad I could help!
Honest and easy to understand. Awesome video. Thank you for posting
Great video. Your honest review is greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the follow up, just what I was wanting to hear. Also thanks for swapping the chrome third brake with a tinted, my OCD was going off the scales on the first vid.
Hahaha I feel ya man
I would expect more for a 1000 tonneau cover. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the update. Love your content.
Such a classic video! My son is so proud of you and your contributions to RUclips
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Really appreciate the review! Thank you. 👍
what unites ppl with trucks is the OCD lol. I have a 2017 tacoma. I cannot stand it being dirty inside and out. OP was complaining about the how easily the cover scratches and that is something I will take into account. Great Vid!
Glad I could help!
Excellent video. Thanks for the thorough review and tips.
I just had my MX4 with Bak Box2 toolbox installed on GMC today. The store wanted to sell me the G2 saying it was just as good because the MX4 was on backorder but I didn't like g2 being made of lighter material and having to open it to close tailgate since the seal overlaps. I love look and function of MX4 but anything is better than the raggedy bowed torn vinyl Lund cover I had previously. Thanks for honest review.
I just ordered mine. How are you liking yours? Have you had issues with it?
Thanks for the honest review👍
You may want to try some black paste shoe polish in one of those flat cans. Rub a little on, let it soak in and then rub off the excess with a soft cloth. It probably won't get it all out but probably look anywhere from 40 to 80 percent better.
Thanks for the review.
I have what I’m sure is a Bak on my 2014 F-150 that I purchased from Ford when I bought it in 2014. The roof does have a couple dings where I’d parked it under an Oak one night in a campground and acorns struck it. It’s not that bad at all. Anyway, I loved and still love the cover. I’d spray it with 303 in the warmer months to prevent any fading. Whether it would have faded or not without it? I cannot say but it hasn’t faded any over the last 8+ years. It does have a few scratches though. Be nice if they made a touch up stick
Now, last week I bought a Tundra 1794 model that came with the same cover. It looks sharp and they’re so easy to raise and lower. I do plan on removing it during summer months to put topper on for camping trips. How nice it can be removed and replaced so easily
Thank you for this review !!!
very helpful, im researching too. thanks for the info
I'm doing my research on different makes and models. Thanks for doing the video.
What’s the best?
Thanks for the honest review. I have been doing research for my Denali. I haven't pulled the trigger yet. Your review is very open and honest. When you are spending almost a grand on a cover it should hold up to the "day to day" expected use and wear and tear. Anything less, the company deserves to go out of business.
Thanks for he nice comment mike
What did you end up buying? I'm looking for my canyon denali right now
Same issues I have you mentioned. Great cover overall
I work with this dude he’s a class act.
thank you so much for the info 👍!
good video. Got lucky today and picked up a used cover. My old 2013 bakflip is literally falling apart. The part that you mentioned about falling off is an issue for my find. gonna use some stainless screws and jb weld to put make together.
What type was your old one?
Thank you for this thorough review. I’m back and forth between this and the Extang Solid Fold 2.0
The extang installs in an interesting way. Doesn't seem very "locked down." It is kind of cool how simple it is though. Also, it isnt as sleek if you care about that
Nam Hoang don’t buy this. I have one on my truck for 2 years and it leaks non stop. Spend your money on another company.
@@herrebel1100 where is yours leaking
@Heather I really prefer the low profile look over the other option but seems like they’re more prone to leaking from all the videos/feedback I’ve seen. I’ll research and review other brands prior to dropping 1k on one of these. Thank you.
@@herrebel1100 Don't buy this what? Are you saying the Extang or the Bakflip leaks?
perfect review...real review!
I have one on my 2016 , so its 4 years old and i love it.... a few scratches , but i am to blame (not the cover). My concern is security ? If someone can slip a slim-Jim type tool under and catch the pull cord to lock???? I cant find any videos on that or how to prevent it?
Cheers.
Great video. Just put one on my truck
Love how there is only 2 sided tape and about 7 cheap
Rivets to hold the locking bar/release mechs on. I had one in the middle fall off several years ago and finally the main one at the tailgate almost came off… needless to say I had to repair that with putting new tape and a ton of rivets! It will not be falling off before the truck dies.
Yeah that could be better
Well done thanks!!
Ty for the review. I heard they now have new prop rods. Otherwise, there's no way I would get it. The scratching issue is ridiculous. Thanks again.
I just ordered one. I hope the issues were fixed.
I put a Bakflip HD on my 2010 f150. After 2 years the top layer separated from the core material. Eventually holding rain water and causing the entire surface to lift away. Though I didn’t have much leaking, if any, I can’t stand the edge seals.
Two weeks ago I sold my truck. By then, most of the cross members had separated and corroded away from the shell.
Two things NOT to do with it; don’t let the top slam shut, and if you live in a hot climate like I do, don’t power wash it.
Thanks for the info!
@@NSQGarage can i take my truck through a carwash with this cover? i worry that it will be damaged
@@Jerlemi2 I've never had any issue with it being damaged. I get a bit of water in, but that's it.
@@NSQGarage cool thanks for responding.
So what your saying is
Handle with care I mean it's only 900 bucks!
And don't shoot the piss outta it with a pressure washer!
Can I use purple power to clean it?
Thanks in advance
Thanks for the great review!!!
Thanks for the review bro. I’m looking to get Bak Flip or Leer for Silverado 1500.
As far as security and the knife test everyone talks about, how about someone using a stiff piece of brazing rod with a hook on it to slide between the tail gate and the top to pull on the cable. My neighbor opened his leer 350 with a screwdriver!
Only real issue i see with that is it scratches easy. The struts that hold up the cover is fine just thread lock it like you said and the is whatever just glue it
As of 5/27/2024 They are now $1,199.99 from Real Truck. My Gator FX3 Broke at the 2nd hinge. I purchased it January 2021 (It only has 2 years of warranty) The MX4 has 5 years of warranty.
WoW!! That green truck just disappeared 🤔
I just bought this cover for my tundra
How you liking it so far?
I’ve had mine for 3yrs and one of the locking tracks separated from the panel. Contacted BakFlip and they sent me a brand new set of panels. 5 yr warranty is very awesome ! I had some scratches on mine also so I’m gonna see if I can get the top of the panels line X finished on my replacement. Very happy with their customer service
wow, i didn't know they had a 5 year warranty! thats awesome!
Excellent review, very useful.
Thank you!
i had the g2 for 4 years. it was fine for 3 years then somehow water started getting inside the cover making it really heavy to fold up and the rubber hinges started to fail and water was getting into the bed. let me talk about the aluminum they use, because 1 hail storm and the cover was dented to the points where it was an eye soar.
for $1000 it should have lasted more then 4 years
Dang....I didn't think about hail
I like that you can close the gate while it's closed. annoying when you pay $800 lol. wait til you see the price now almost 1100. I think they upgraded the top so that its now made of pure gold and diamonds..
I know this is an older video, but in regards to it getting scratched easily, give it a good cleaning, tape everything off, and hit it with some rattle can bed liner. I did that to my scratched up bed cover (different brand) and it worked perfect.
Yeah I have definitely considered it. Luckily it hasn't really gotten any worse!
Or you could even vinyl wrap it. Could wrap the panels in white vinyl to match the truck.
I’ve had mine and every issue match mine.
For the rubber that goes around outside of the backflip, I had to silicone the ends that fit over the aluminum channel. Another problem is my tailgate would not open and there’s no way of opening the backflip without destroying the rubber seal that goes along the tailgate. Would I buy it again absolutely not.🤷♂️
I have the G2 which security-wise is the same as this one. There is a way for theives to open it fairly easy. I did it already to see if it would work. I got a hanger and shimmed it under the rubber and pulled the cord that releases the last panel. I don't keep anything of value in there so for me it's no biggie.
Yeah I'm aware. It's better than nothing I guess haha
I wish they had one like this with more sections in it so when it’s folded all the way up it doesn’t cover the whole back window.
They make some hard rollers that are a little lower when rolled up
I have had one on a 20 F 150 for ~ 13 months. Wolud not buy again. All three cross members buldged and went out of channel. I redrilled/placed screws in different positions and that was fixed. The suppoerts never stay in place in open or bed mode. Finally, both of the rear corner plastic insert caps broke and I had to jerry rig epairs with GG. I have had other brands and none were perfect but this is the worst to date IMO.
Really good honest review. Did you do the installation yourself? Did you need to buy Support Rails or did this come included?
It comes with everything. Installation is quite easy. If I remember the directions were pretty good.
I have this bed cover on my 2018 silverado, after about a year the rubber on the first fold started splitting, and within 2 years it was completely. split across. my main issues is Bakflip does not sell any type of replacemant parts for this, so you basically have to go out and buy a new one...
They have a five year warranty.
Great review, I’ve seen mixed reviews on how to properly shut the tailgate, some people say (and manufacturer) shut the tailgate first lift the cover and lock the cover on top of the tailgate and Ive seen plenty of others who just shut the tailgate closed while the cover is on it’s closed position already, have you had any issues with just closing the tailgate shut on to the cover? Like any damage to the end of the cover? Thanks!
No damage. This model was advertised as safe to close the tailgate last. No issues with the seals in the 3 or so years I have owned it
I'm from Georgia Just got this Tonneau cover
Hopefully it works out!
Thank you
Hi nice review and sweet tail lights and 3rd brake light. Are those vinyl wrap tinted or are they aftermarket lights? Please let me know, im interested into getting mine done. Thanks.
They are smoked lights made by Recon. I've had some leaking issues with one of the tail lights, so I'm not thrilled with them but they look great and a pretty bright
Try using a Spray Truck Bed Liner,to Enhance for Scratch Proof,yah Bak Flip.
Anyone else has advice? Deciding on mx4 versus revolver x4. I live in Louisiana... so no real winter... just want water resistance and durability
I'm in Louisiana, too. Did you pick one and if so, what are your thoughts on it?
I've had my BakFlip MX4 about the same length of time and I've had the same issue with the paint finish wearing off that you report. One of the plastic clips broke (male portion) after having the cover about two months and BakFlip wouldn't honor the warranty. I've yet to find a clip anywhere that fits the female part correctly. I used blue loctite on those rods. They don't come loose anymore but those flimsy plastic cradles they rest in when not being used are junk. I fabricated two out of copper pipe clamps and dipped them in Plasti-Dip. No more issue. For the money they charge for these covers, they should offer better hardware, paint job and stand behind their product. All minor issues and the cover still performs fine but it could fantastic if just a little more care went into the manufacturing of these things.
Sound like we have had the same problems. At least they are consistent haha
Your rear water leakage into the bed may be through your tailgate step; which was an issue that I had. Rain etc was entering through the top of the tailgate/tailgate step into my bed. And then freezing where I couldn't open the tailgate. I also had a Bedrug installed.
I definitely feel you with the freezing issue. I kind of assumed it was just the nature of the beast when you have a good seal with freezing rain
Very good video bro, im looking into this product for my new Tundra, it looks pretty hardy, but don't like the cheap quality of the kickstands, and the scratchability of the top decklid, I guess you need to have a light touch with this product, if you want it to last?
Yeah I would maybe just get the composite one if you were worried about the scratches
The profit margine must be huge!
I'm sure it is!
I know this video is 5 years old now, but I'm still going to throw my two cents in about the F1 cover he talks about towards the end of the video. Yes it has an amazing gloss finish and is fiberglass reinforced...but it's junk. It looks good at first but a year later it's dull and the surface actually cracks and splits. I've replaced 3 lids under warranty for this reason in a matter of 2 1/2 years. I went to warranty this last F1 Lid and they recommended the MX4 lid this time around instead. I just installed it this morning and to be honest...I don't have any faith that it will be any better. I guess time will tell. They say their F1 is their top of the line cover...it's garbage.
Great perspective. Thanks for the input!
Are the panel skins on this tarp aluminum.. ? Has anyone looked at the extang covers with the Frp panel skins. And is the frp a better choice than the aluminum that can tent or scratch in this case.
They are indeed aluminum with some sort of coating. Unfortunately, I am not familiar with the extang covers.
Just wrap it gloss white to match your truck or black. Fix all the scratches plus itll look better
Good point. It is slightly textured. Do you think that would make it difficult to wrap?
Not sure. You might have to commit and sand it and smooth it down but idk. Could just buy a samply square and see
thx for the review
Can u flip up all the way then remove the whole cover folded up? Does it jus unclip then u can remove and put in garage? Or no?
Yes. It is a little more challenging then just unclipping.there are some threaded knobs you will have to undue and then it should pop out if you want it off.
Had one on my '14 f150. Never was completely flat, had a hump I would say in the middle, always leaked and the top surface did not hold up. Also the top plack coating separated from the cover itself producing an air bubble almost. Very obnoxious since I spent $1k on that thing. Extremely dissatisfied with it
Hey thanks for a nice review. My mx4 rubber cushions (just installed) when opened fully only rest on rear window. Do you know if this has been an issue worth window breaking? Thanks
I haven't heard of that. I wonder if you can move the cushions so they rest in the sliding window frame instead.
How safe is cargo? It seems someone could use a wire hanger from the outside to pull cord.
Yes, it does seem easy to break into if you know what you are doing. I do think it is a more secure than most soft covers though
Ive owned mine since 2012 at this point it leaks everywhere. Customer service has given me the run around for replacement rubber seals.Im trying again today. Its is heavy takes 2 people to fold back .If the manufacture wont help me Ill buy a new version but not from bakflip.
When did the seals start to fail?
Great review! If you had to buy another would it be that same one or another model or brand?
I think I am happy with the BAK but I would get a polymer one, not the aluminum. I think the g2 is polymer?
A friend of mine has one. It looks great, but lots of water gets in. If keeping your stuff dry is a priority this is not the cover for you.
Do you find it gets heavier as it gets older and more water trapped in the panels? On my second one and the wife can't flip it open on her own anymore.
Oh wow. I have not had that experience. Sounds like you had some serious leaks!
Does it rattle or make any noise when completely folded up? How about when down? How many inches of space does having this install block off even when Ford is completely up
Great questions. I haven't noticed any rattling. The only thing would be those little support rods pop out of their cradles on really rough roads. I would say there is about 6 inches of lost bed space when it's folded up.
Is the cover secure enough to leave firearms in the back or anything viable would you feel comfortable doing that
I would say it depends on where you are. If you are planning on using this to protect your stuff in a sketchy area, I would not depend on it.
Hi...Nice review. Really appreciate it. Is the cover made of aluminium? is that why it scratches easily? thanks.
You are correct. It is made of 2 layers of aluminum with foam or something in between. Thats why I recommended the fiber max because it is a different finish. A little more glossy but not as thin
yea the covers are made of Alum.
Thanks for the honest in depth review. I'm in the market for one and this definitely helps. I'll look into those other models you mentioned. Thanks again.
Thank you for the review. If you can go back, would you have bought a different cover?
Probably the fibermax or equivalent. If there was a way to open it without lowering the tailgate (and still being theft resistant) that would be nice. When I have my trailer hooked up, I often find myself having to slightly open the tailgate to get into the bed
@@NSQGarage I dint even thought about the trailer. Again, your response is much appreciated. Thank you
Bought one for my Tundra, not pleased with it, does not have a latch on the second panel from rear, the prop rods don’t fit without completely removing the knobs, and it leaks. Payed over a grand for it. Don’t think I would do it again.
Wow sounds like they vary a lot from truck to truck. That's interesting
loctite would fix 2 of his biggest problems
Is this an older model of the MX4 or a different model? I was under the impression the MX4 has 4 bigger sections instead of 3 like the one on the video.
I do see some 4 panel ones in their website. I'm not sure of the difference. Mine is a short bed (5.5 ft). Maybe the longer bed (6.5 ft) have 4 panels instead of 3
I've got a 2018 GMC with a 5'8" bed I just ordered one of the MX4 for. I guess it might just be the difference in the trucks then.
Mine will have 4 panels also is what I'm getting at
It depends on the length of the bed.
I have 4 panels on 5'7 bed.
How’s it holding up after two years? I just ordered mine. Kind of nervous since I’ve seen some bad reviews. Wel see eventually.
Well at this point I've owned it for over 4 years. Still doing pretty good. Same little complaints as before but no major issues!
@@NSQGarage that’s good to hear. I’ve seen certain videos where they’ve mentioned upgraded materials. Can’t wait to get it.
Thanks for the follow up review. to this date do you still have the cover? And how has it held up? Im thinking about ordering one soon and i just wanna know how long it will last
I do still have it. I don't think anything has changed since I did the 18 month review. Which is a good thing I guess. So going on 4 years or so and its holding up pretty well.
@@NSQGarage awesome, thanks for the reply!
How do you get under it if your tailgate latch fails?
Probably just the old wire hanger technique. I have had some times where my tailgate has frozen shut
Who would have thought dragging metal across a painted surface would scratch it?🤯
LOL! My thoughts exactly.
I thought they were made with a plastic material that was black all the way through.
Great review. How does it do resting on the cab in the full vertical position? I'm not sure I like that feature
The biggest drawback is that you lose visability. The stabilizing rods keep it pretty secure. I think it may take up slightly less space horizontally than a roll up.
Did you noticed better mpg with the cover?
I've always had some sort of cover so I never really tested it
Does it shakes,vibrates or makes noise when driving?
No, it is definitely on there pretty solid
Warning: This cover could be easily unlocked by hooking the release cable with a coat hanger slipped into the tailgate gap.
Like I said above, what do you do if the tail gate latch fails and you can't open tailgate? Reason I was wondering my tailgate latch failed I had on a cover with a release on top so that was not a problem.. it was on a 2016 Titan and I had a diamond back cover on.. which are pretty bullet proof..
Any of these covers are quite easy to break into if you really want in.
You may have responded to this already but, did you try contacting their customer support; the cover has a 5-year warranty.
Unfortunately, I bought this in 2017. But yeah, I could have done that
@@NSQGarage oh, I see. Hey, thanks for responding! It is much appreciated it. I’m torn between this cover or the Revolver and, just when I have made up my mind on one, I happen to see a video where they have issues with it. 😏 🤷♂️ so here I wait…and wait…
Maybe I should just pick one and go with it? 😁
Your issues seem like non issues. Looks like the cover has done its job and continues to do so.
It's not meant for an armored car, it's a folding tonneau cover one of the best. Want one better get a diamondback.
I loved my Diamondback cover, just the boss doesn’t want to spend that amount of money.
Where did you get your smoked tail lights
The brand is called recon. You can get them from stage3 I believe
Guess i you put those cases on top of ant flip tonneau cover or a painted one like I have on a GMC, scratches would be produced. Polymer tops can absorb water....be careful.
If you're that worried about scratching *a bed cover* then don't get a bed cover. You've got a spray in liner that could survive a thermonuclear blast, so why set items on your bed cover? It's a cover, not a shelf. Just my 2 cents. Truck and cover look great.
Bobby spray the cover?
Appreciate video. I need one for my 2019 ram bighorn. Thank you.
carolyn marner don’t buy this. I have one on my truck for 2 years now and it leaks non stop. Spend your money with another company
@@herrebel1100 thank you so much. Saved me from headache.
carolyn marner Had mine on my 2017 Ram 1500 for 3 yrs with ZERO problems and zero leaks. Just bought a new 1500 and bought another Bakflip
It’s all about the installation. Many I know have zero leaks.
Other than the scratch issues how’s the finish holding up ? Any fading etc
Maybe some slight discoloration of the rubber. You know how it can get that slightly gold tinge to it?
NotSoQuaker Thank you. I’ve been shopping these things out and it’s not easy lol
@@georges4562 I know! So many options!
Thank you. Thinking of grabbing this one.
Victor Velazquez trust me I have this on my 2017 ram 3500 for 2 years it leaks all the time don’t buy it