Does the RollBak Lock? How Secure is it?
- Yes! Your RollBak tonneau cover comes with a Tamper Proof Locking System, making the RollBak Tonneau Cover the most secure tonneau cover on the market. The spring loaded lock handle is located at the rear of the unit underneath the cover and automatically locks when completely closed.
Will I be able to secure my truck bed if my truck does not have a factory installed tailgate lock?
- To lock your tailgate all you need to do is purchase an aftermarket tailgate lock available from any automotive retailer. Tailgate locks install easily without drilling.
The spring loaded lock handle is on the driver's side of the truck bed. Is there anything securing the cover closed on the passenger side?
- Yes, on the rear passenger side a rear safety catch automatically engages, latching and securing the cover evenly across the rear of your truck.
The Cover
- 100% Powder Coated Aluminum
- Industrial Grade Felt ensures noise free operation
The Rails
- Rail Tops: constructed out of powder coated aluminum. They are extremely durable and designed to outlast the life of your truck.
- Mounting Rails: constructed out of 100% Industrial-grade Aluminum.
Clamps
- The clamps are made from 100% cast aluminum. The innovative swivel/rocker clamps ensure a sure grip and an effortless installation of the side mounting rails.
Canister Housing
- Canister Lid: constructed from 100% Powder Coated Aluminum which matches the look of the slats on the cover.
- Canister Housing: constructed out of durable ABS Plastic which is extremely strong, and lightweight.
How far does each side rail protrude inside from the rail into the bed of the truck?
- Your RollBak Tonneau Cover's rail on protrudes inside the bed 1 1/2 inches on each side. Since these rails only protrude only 1 1/2 inch on each side very little, if any, truck bed space is lost by installing the rails.
Is the surface of the cover textured or smooth?
- The powder coated surface of the cover is a smooth powder coated satin black finish. The top to the canister is slightly textured ABS plastic that is similar in texture to that is embossed into the vinyl top of a car (or virtually identical to a soft vinyl cover.
What Colors are available?
- The RollBak Tonneau Cover is only available in satin black. The cover comes in a high quality, powder coated, satin black finish designed to look great with your truck.
How Strong is the RollBak's panels?
- The RollBak Tonneau Cover has a 400+ lb weight capacity! The cover itself is stronger than your truck body, we've had customers report their truck's body being severely damaged by hail and the RollBak looked as good as new!
What is the total thickness of the cover when mounted to the bed of the truck?
- The cover itself does not add any height to the truck bed. The cover is only 1/2 inch thick, protruding downward approximately 1/4" below the top edge of the side rails.
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How big is the canister that sits inside the truck bed?
- The RollBak's canister is the smallest of any retractable cover on the market! It is raised off the floor of the truck bed allowing 1 foot of cargo space under the canister. The average canister size is 8.5 inches in diameter (some are as small as 6.5 inches).
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How much does the cover weigh?
- For a full size truck with a short bed, the cover and side rails and hardware weigh approximately 115 lbs total.
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How easy is it to remove the cover?
- All you need to do to remove the cover is roll the cover up, unclamp and remove the side rails, and lift the canister out of the truck. This typically takes 10-15 minutes.
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If I the cover is damaged, can I get the cover repaired?
- Although this is rare, your damaged cover can be replaced. Please call or email us for specifics.
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How water-tight is the cover? Will my cargo get wet if I go through a carwash or get stuck in a storm?
- The RollBak Tonneau Cover was designed to be extremely water resistant. Most likely your truck bed will be completely dry after going through a carwash or thunderstorm. You may get a drop or two of water here or there, but you should feel completely safe carrying tools, luggage, golf clubs, etc.
When I open the cover after a rain will the water roll off into the truck bed? How many drain hoses are there?
- All water atop the cover is designed to go into the canister when you roll up the cover. From there water is expelled through 2 drain hoses on each side of the canister.
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What about Snow, and extreme weather conditions?
- The RollBak Tonneau Cover has superior weather resistance in all types of weather.
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How does the cover lock?
- Your RollBak Tonneau Cover's spring loaded lock handle is located underneath the cover. To lock the cover, simply close the cover all the way to the tailgate and the spring loaded lock handle automatically locks. As long as your tailgate is closed and locked your truck bed is un penetrable.
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How do I unlock my RollBak Tonneau Cover?
- To unlock your RollBak Tonneau Cover simply pull and turn the spring loaded handle. Using the pull strap you can now let the cover roll into the canister.
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How does intermittent locking work?
- When closing your cover from the fully open position, the cover has an automatic intermittent locking system that securely locks the cover every 12 inch interval.
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How does the pull back strap work?
- Your RollBak Tonneau's pull strap is attached to the back edge of the cover. The strap is used to control the speed at which the cover is retracted, and for pulling the cover towards the tailgate to close.
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Does the cover rattle, shutter, or make any noise when going down the road?
- No! The RollBak utilizes industrial-grade felt to ensure a quiet, noise-free operation.
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Does the RollBak Tonneau Cover work with "over the rail" toolboxes?
- Yes. Before ordering, however, you will need to install your toolbox as far forward as possible to the front edge of the bed, and take necessary steps to make that the seal at the toolbox and the front edge of the bed is weather tight. Then, measure the distance between the toolbox and the inside of the closed tailgate (measure along the inside of both truck rails). With the correct dimensions, we can produce a set of mounting rails that will work with that particular specification. The cover installs normally with the new rails as if the toolbox was the front inside edge of the bed. Please call or email us for this special type of order.
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Download Installation Instructions
How long will it take to install my RollBak Tonneau Cover?
- It typically takes a new buyer thirty to forty minutes to install. Experienced installers can do this in around fifteen. Watch the Installation Video.
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I have a sprayed-in a bedliner that goes over the side rails. Do I need to make any modifications?
- No! Simply install as you normally would. No modifications to your bedliner or truck are necessary as the cover works with ALL spray on liners and bed caps.
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Can this cover be installed over diamond plate side rail covers?
- Yes, The rails of the cover are insulated with a weather stripping that will seal them against the diamond plate bed caps.
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Do I need to remove my factory installed plastic side rail covers that came with my truck?
- No! You can install the cover directly on top of all OEM factory rails with no modification.
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Are any holes drilled in my truck?
- No. Many installations, however, like the Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra cover requires 2 small self-tapping screws to be installed on the inside of the each side rail at the front corners. (SEE INSTALLATION VIDEO FOR HOW SIMPLE THIS IS TO DO). These canister brackets can be clamped to the rails -avoiding holes all together. The installation is more solid when these small tapping screws are used.
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Can the Roll-Bak cover be installed on a Tacoma with the multi-track system?
- Yes, the cover is installed mounted directly over the Toyota Tacoma factory track system.
With the Nissan TITAN with the Utili-Track System, what adjustments must be made to install this cover?
- Simply unbolt the Utili-Track, and flip the track over with the functional side of the Utili-Track rail still facing into the bed. Flipping and re-installing the Utili-Track lowers the track by 1 inch from under the side rails which is enough to clamp down the RollBak rails properly.
- NOTE: This is a wonderful feature! Many customers ask if our hardware can bolt directly into the Utili-Track system. The answer is "NO" but it gets better. If our hardware were to bolt directly into the Utili-Trac System, you would have very little (if any) usable Utili-Track area to mount other accessories. This simple "work around" allows you to simply flip the "Utili-Track" over, which lowers it by only one inch. This means that you WILL NOT LOSE any of your ability to use the Utili-Track for tie downs as the mounting rails will be clamped directly above it.
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Can I install the cover with diamond cut rail covers?
- Yes! Every mounting rail comes pre-assembled with form fitting weather stripping attached to the underside of the mounting rail. When you install the mounting rails over the diamond cut rail covers the form fitting weather stripping seals that area.
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I have a plastic bedliner in my truck. Do I have to make any modifications to the bedliner to install the cover?
IF YOUR PLASTIC BEDLINER GOES UNDER THE SIDE RAILS (but goes up and over the front rail and tailgate): This poses no problems. No adjustments are necessary.
IF YOU HAVE A TAILGATE PROTECTOR: Tailgate protectors are not a problem for the RollBak Tonneau Cover.
IF YOUR PLASTIC BEDLINER GOES OVER THE SIDE RAILS: Modification of your bedliner is necessary. You will need to trim the portion of the bedliner that comes over the side rails so that the side wall of the plastic bedliner goes up to and under the rail. Over-the-rail bedliners prevent you from being able to clamp the hardware to the side rails as they cover them up. These side rails need to be trimmed off so that the RollBak Tonneau's side mounting rails can be clamped to the inside lip of the side rail.
Over-the-side rail bedliners must be cut back so not to interfere with the truck's original side rails. Cutting the liner's rail covers off is a fairly straightforward process that allows secure installation of the mounting rails to your truck rails. To ensure a weather resistant barrier with the installation of any tonneau cover, and to be able to clamp the mounting brackets onto the side rails, you must remove the part of the bedliner that covers the side rails. Please do not cut off the portion of the bedliner that covers the front rail or tailgate.
Over the Rail Bedliner Trimming Process: Cutting the liner is a fairly simple process that requires you to slide the one-piece liner out of the bed, and clamp a straight edge along the line where you wish to cut the cover (right at or just below the rail, not above it). From there, a jigsaw with a fine blade works great, simply follow the straight edge with the saw. Others have been successful using the same straight edge tactic from outside of the liner using a razor knife. They remove the liner from the truck, and from outside of the liner, use a razor knife to cut the rail off. We prefer the jigsaw method.
How will I receive my RollBak Tonneau Cover?
- The cover ships in about 5 business days from the day you order your cover. Transit time is approximately 4-5 business days.
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How long does it typically take for the cover to ship? What delivery service do you typically use?
- The cover typically ships in approximately 5 business days from the day of your order. We use UPS for most deliveries. Once your cover ships, expect approximately 4-5 business to receive your cover.
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What is the Warranty on this cover?
- The RollBak Tonneau Cover is backed by a 1-year warranty against any defects in material or workmanship. This warranty is offered directly by the manufacturing facility at BAK Industries. BAK Industries takes the quality of product very seriously. That is why we utilize the highest quality of material available to go into these covers. The 1-year warranty covers virtually all components, and we don't hide behind any fine print!
- NOTE: WARRANTY CARD MUST BE COMPLETED AND MAILED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF RECEIPT OF YOUR COVER TO ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY.
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