bed cover for short bed truck

[papermakermd]

We have the Truxedo Deuce and liked it so much that when we went from our short bed to a long bed we bought another one. Having that large section next to the cab that opens without rolling up the whole cover is nice. One thing to watch when buying a cover is how high it sits on top of the bed rails. The deuce is only 1/2 inch.

Thanks WhittleBurner for your reply! I looked at that one but have not made a decision. These beds sit so high I would not be able to see what I was looking for anyway.

[WhittleBurner]

Yea that's where a step of some sort comes in handy. The new Silverado's have a step in the side of the bed.That would be real nice.

[traveldawg]

Thanks for your response traveldawg ! Have you had any problems with leaks ?

Water can get in the back of the bed where the cover meets the tailgate. I've never been able to totally keep some water out. While it is minimal, I do pay attention to what I put near the back if I think I am going to drive in rain with something covered in the bed (without the 5th wheel hitched).

Mostly I have it for security so i can lock it when away from the truck as I keep some tools in the bed.

[WhittleBurner]

Water can get in the back of the bed where the cover meets the tailgate. I've never been able to totally keep some water out. While it is minimal, I do pay attention to what I put near the back if I think I am going to drive in rain with something covered in the bed (without the 5th wheel hitched).

Mostly I have it for security so i can lock it when away from the truck as I keep some tools in the bed.

When closing up the cover and bed close the tailgate first then push the cover down. Check the seal going across to make sur it is not curled under. That will keep the water out.

[Redapple63]

I've had the Backflip on my last 2 trucks and absolutely love it. Its also saved my rear window a few time when it was completely folded up with a bunch of stuff in the box. No leaks on either. But if I'm not mistaken, you need to have the reg or long bed if you want it down while pulling the 5th.

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I have to X2 on the Backflip. Excellent folding hard cover.

[Dakota]

Our bed is 6’9”. We use a hard cover folding top by Bakflip. Works great and we can leave if folded down on the section closest to the cab without fear of it interfering with the 5th wheel.

[Silverbeard]

I have a Bakflip MX4 four panel tonneau on a 2019 3500 Ram 6’4” bed and tow with three panels folded on the fourth panel. I never had a problem.

[Rapid1]

Another vote for Bakflip...I have an original F1 that has been on two trucks before this one. Clears everything nicely and keeps my LP tank, coolers and other odds and ends pretty much out of the weather. The rear weather strip was coming loose a couple of years ago and they sent me f&r ones for free. I wouldn't have anything else.

[harryc]

I have a F250 with the short bed and a Retrax cover. With the cover completely rolled in, I can see look over my shoulder and see the hitch to connect. There is no interference between anything.

And you can stand on it.

[TSeck954]

I have a Paragon aluminum folding cover. When folded it is virtually invisible in the bed. The only complaint is you have to tie it in place and make sure there is something in between the panels so they don't scratch when folded. A little pricy but a very well built and looks good on the truck too.

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