Truck Bed Covers

jtpro

As I've previously posted I'm looking at trucks and when I purchase I want to invest in something like this:

http://www.rollnlock.com/?gclid=CL-5s5DDo5wCFSnKsgodN1zRkg

I have heard some have a rating of like 600lbs placed on top of them.

My application might be out of the ordinary but I intend to use one in conjunction with a tool box.

Most trucks I’ve seen for sale already have the above mount style. If I get one like that I would mount this up to the box (obviously). Store truck related tools etc. in it and have the covered area for construction tools and the such.

I would appreciate feedback on what brand is the best and clarification as to GM factory locking tailgates.

From what I heard GM doesn’t have locking tailgates and some “kit” can be bought to lock the cover to gate but not the gate itself.

Thanx in advance.

JFRAME

that's the same brand I had on my dakota 5-6 yrs ago,good quality.It's not gonna support 6 hun lbs ,but a miter saw and other stuff it will be fine,
I just got a cheap bolt lock for the tailgate --lock it and then lock the cover--and it is secure....worked out great and only cost 5 bux.
they do make an aftermarket tailgate lock,but I think it's pricy,hope this helps

HusqyPro

The cross box should be about 2'. So if you have an 8' box that leaves 6 feet of bed to cover. You can get the cover for a short box (6') to cover this area.

If you have a short box you'll only have about 4' of bed left after the crossbox. In that instance you're likely looking at having an upholstery shop custom make you a tonneau cover.

Are you looking for a tailgate lock like this?

http://store.dynolock.com/

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jtpro

You the man BOB!

I like the thought of the electric lock locking when your door does!

Their news clip is a scary thought!

Thanks again!

jtpro

Cool Beans THANX!

Wasn't so much worried about 600 lbs but like the saw or something good to know.

I don't see my fat ass on their( I don't weigh 600lbs). Would probably have it open just didn't want a twig to land on it and boom!

The lock Bob linked to is under $100 and with the news clip saying theft is high and gates are about $800 on the low end to replace not that bad.

But your $5 idea might be route one depending on $$$$$

Thanx again