9-Month Update on My BAK Revolver X4s Tonneau Cover

[@AdventureRocks]

As promised, here's a link to purchase the Bak Revolver X4s Hard Roll Up Tonneau Cover (as an affiliate I earn commission from qualifying purchases): imp.i128439.net/q4PzVj And, here are the alternate products I mentioned: Pace Edwards Switchblade Manual Retractable Tonneau Cover imp.i128439.net/Y952Mm Truxedo TruXport Soft Roll Up Tonneau Cover imp.i128439.net/xkxzgd BedRug Bed Mat amzn.to/3E5rLnx

[@mattbarnett1512]

I had the old vinyl Bak Flip fold type that started to basically fall apart after 4 yrs. I didn't want to buy a new Tonneau cover since they are super expensive new but I found a smoking deal ($300) on a relatively new X4s with no dents or issues I found on FB Marketplace. The owner actually bought a used f150 that had this cover, which luckily was the same year as my truck and wanted to put a cab over camper on it. Luckily for me he put the X4s up for sale and I grabbed that cover quick. I drove 35 miles to his house to get because I new how great this cover was especially for the price. I did learn through other KZbin sites to use Aerospace 303 on the cover to help with summer and winter weather wear. So far I have loved this cover and hope to get a long life out of it.

[@robertwood9628]

Nice review. I have had mine for over two years and it has been great. I purchased this own because of the appearance and the fact that the top is metal not fabric that can be cut through. I have to park outside and it has survived temps over 100 degrees and single digit winters.Two things that I don't like are that, as you mentioned, when it gets cold, icy, etc. it is almost impossible to roll up. That is a big concern if you haul stuff often. The second thing is I wish it could be opened and secured at partial lengths instead of having to roll it all the way up each time. Other than those items I would highly recommend this cover. Pricey? yes, but worth it to me for the appearance and security of the harder top.

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you for the firsthand feedback, that is very helpful.

[@bigmountain7561]

I have had mine for about two years and it’s fine. The little plastic pieces on the side can be a problem but I went to the Ford dealer and they gave me new ones for free. It’s been great

[@coevers1962]

I have almost lost those pieces several times when rolling up. I know to watch carefully now. I have it glued in place with a wall anchor on the little piece that holds it in place.

[@Motleymick]

It is pricey but these days they all seem to be. This one seems to be made well. So far it's the cover I like the most. Thanks for the video.

[@AdventureRocks]

Good point. Very true.

[@fernandos.8158]

just got mine and it was on sale. Cant wait to install it with my go rhino slim running boards.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Have had the Bak Flip on my truck for 10 months. Have had heavy rains and puddles of water three times near tailgate too. A friend of mine experienced hail damage on his Bak Flip. It also broke his windshield. 🤷‍♂️

[@CoppertopPhoto]

About two months ago, I install the X4S on my 2024 Chevy Silverado with a 5'8" bed. Coming from the extang solid fold, I like the cleaner looks of the X4S and the extra bed space when the cover is rolled up. Installation wasn't terribly difficult but alignment can be a pain. I think the cover needs to be about an inch longer to provide enough coverage at the tail gate and bulkhead. I also think the bulkhead seal could be better by using rubber than foam. Lining things up as the directions call (lining up the cover with the rail) has the cover being short on the tail gate end. Line the tail gate end where the rubber seal is flush with the gate, the bulkhead end barely makes it. In the end, you have to compromise to provide enough coverage at both ends to provide some resemblance of weatherproofing. And even then, the cover will let some water in. A good soaking rain will let about two dixie cups of water inside the bed from the tailgate and corners at the bulkhead. As far as weatherproofing goes, the extang did a better job but it is also a on top of the bed cover. Weak points are the corner caps at the tail gate and rubber seals at the bulkhead. Extending the length would help at the bulkhead but something needs to be done with the plastic corner caps. They present a small gap to let water in and are only held in place by a plastic clip. You gotta be careful or they will snap off. On the road, the cover holds up nicely with just a little noticeable ripple with the wind. Can't complain because the thin blades of aluminum that makes up the hard cover. I don't think the cover will go anywhere with the locking mechanism that really secures the cover. While there is room for improvement, I don't have any regrets on the purchase and really like the cover. I like the low profile, clean look. I like having the ability to secure the cover with the tailgate open or closed. I like the amount of bed space available with the cover is rolled up. And I like the security the cover provides. I do think the cover is about $200 over priced, but the pros out weigh the cons enough to take the sting out of the cost of this cover. Hopefully BAK will continue to improve this cover.

[@AdventureRocks]

Great points, thank you for the comment

[@CoppertopPhoto]

@@AdventureRocks One more observation. The knobs that you use to screw the cover into place are difficult to tighten. The nylon lock in the nut is really stiff and the plastic knob a little on the small side. I ended up having to use a pair of gloves with the textured palms to get enough grip to tighten the knobs all the way down. The tight spacing between bolts doesn't help matters much. I will give BAK customer service high marks in that they not only sent me shims to use as I tried to straighten the fit but they also sent me plain old nuts to replace the knobs with. Adjusting the cover is so much easier using a wrench than wrestling with the plastic knobs. Using nuts does eliminate the "tool free" removal but I keep a socket set in my truck tool box, making it a non-issue on my end.

[@dougdoris8622]

I bought the revolver a year ago and it’s been great. I agree with you that I would not buy it at the new price.

[@jerry-381]

I’m definitely out at 1500 or even 1300. I’m going to look at your suggestion in the Truxedo soft roll up cover.

[@AdventureRocks]

I hear you, it is pricey. The Truxedo seems to be a good value and it held up nicely to the elements while keeping things dry. I had it on 2 previous trucks and no issues.

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey my friend/neighbor has the Truxedo roll up and it’s 4 years old looks great and going strong. He is always working out of his truck so it’s got lot of use.

[@raythomas5636]

My Truxedo was the LoPro and had the lifetime warranty. After 8 years it got a hole in it and they replaced it with not many question asked. If I hadn’t got lucky and found a deal on my next 4xs (which I love!) it would be a truxedo.

[@jerry-381]

@@josephpuchel6497 I bought the Trixedo truxsport he provided the link for. Only been a couple of months but good so far.

[@Kookaburra4509]

Yes I would love to get this cover but that’s a bit out of my price range. Maybe in a few years or if there’s some sort of sale like you said. It is a real beauty. I have a cheapo roll up for now that the dealer threw in on my Sierra 1500

[@AdventureRocks]

I hear, the price is a barrier for sure

[@fernandos.8158]

my wife used affirm to pay it in installments. not bad. if you sign up as a new customer with real trucks they give you a discount.

[@toddstewart205]

I wanna love this cover and buy it but after all the reviews from utube i cannot pay the asking price for this and wait for the issues and administration that goes with them. I love the concept though. There is no perfect cover but this is pricey!

[@AdventureRocks]

I hear you. The price especially with the increase is steep. It is on sale right now. $200 off if that helps to know.

[@cheliospanama9786]

Great Video! Thank you 🔥👏💪🫶

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you

[@Nate-zy5ce]

Nice. I"m trying to decide between this BAK Revolver bedcover (the x4ts actually, as long as it doesn't leak more than this one) or the smooth black Diamondback HD bedcover. I love everything about the Diamondback except that it doesn't roll up to quickly and easily open the entire bed like this one does.

[@AdventureRocks]

I hear you. I really think biggest selling point on the X4s is the appearance...it just looks so sleek and OEM. There are probably more durable options out there at same price, but they may not have same aesthetics. Personal preference in the end. Mine is still holding up fine so far, going on 11 months.

[@johnsimms818]

Price update $1,495.00 for my 6' bed 2019 Ranger but still it's one of the best on the market 👌

[@joelbabin4365]

You have an amazing looking property, seems very peaceful. What state are you in? Good review of the Revolver, I'm leaning that direction after years with a backflip.

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you. Very blessed. We're in north GA. I really do like the Revolver still...just a nice overall cover.

[@joelbabin4365]

@@AdventureRocks Thanks for the feedback. We were just in Rosman, NC... that general area from 2,000 to 3,000ft elevation is very nice.

[@AdventureRocks]

@@joelbabin4365 Very nice!

[@danielkwiatkowski4489]

I had one fall apart and another get shredded by crosswinds. I will never buy one again. The lack of locking on the sides allowed the wind to get under the weather seal and just rip it off. I am moving to a more secure cover for my '22 GMC 3500. The lack of side locks is a game changer for me. It was good for covering, but security is bad and lack of strength is bad.

[@AdventureRocks]

Sorry to hear that, frustrating for sure. Thank you for the feedback.

[@GrampyScott]

What are you talking about? The sides are completely locked down. Did you get a knock off?

[@danielkwiatkowski4489]

@ no I didn’t get a knockoff. The wind got under the seal and just lifted it off. Bent the rails and all.

[@mainewoods1862]

I drive on dirt roads a lot . You either get Bad dust or Bad mud , only choices available. Looks difficult to impossible to clean. I have a very inexpensive roll up vinyl tonneau cover and I can’t get it truly clean.

[@BG-vq9fd]

I like my x4s on my 4 year old AT4. When researching for mine it looked like the separation was occurring on the x4 not the s. Mine is garaged. When mine was new I coated it with 303. Mine was under $1000 installed while I waited.

[@AdventureRocks]

Great tip, thank you

[@grandlakephil]

thanks for the videos. could you do me a favor? when you have it rolled up behind the glass, can you measure the diameter of the roll? and also how far from the glass to the rear of the roll? I have a fifth wheel camper and I'm not sure if it will get into the way while I'm turning. thanks

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you for watching. Sure, no problem. When rolled up, mine measures 11.5" protruding from center cab glass. And, the roll itself, as far as height off bed rails is 8.5" diameter. Hope this helps!

[@grandlakephil]

@@AdventureRocks thank you

[@markmershon1348]

Thanks for the work you put in on your videos. Very helpful to me as I'm getting ready to order a 2025 Sierra 2500. I'm sold on the Revolver X4s cover. Right now REALTRUCK is selling the X4s for $1,279.99. What do you use to clean or condition the X4s? Also, is that the BedRug Classic Bed Mat in your bed? Those look nice as well. Thanks

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you for the comment. That's a great price considering all things. I tried the ceramic coat on the cover and it seemed to take pretty good...same ceramic coating for the paint. I use the same soap on it too...pH neutral and it seems to clean-up pretty good. Mine stays garaged out of sun a good portion of the time, so that helps to be fair, but it still looks really good.

[@markmershon1348]

@@AdventureRocks Good information, I'll probably use 303 Protectant on all the rubber as I do on the camper slide seals. How about the BedRug? Is that what you have in the bed? Thanks

[@AdventureRocks]

@@markmershon1348 Thank you. Indeed, the BedRug. I like the cushion for knees when I'm in bed and it provides a nice balance of traction while driving vs ease unloading: amzn.to/3ABXACX

[@puckettremodeling4565]

what bed rug is that ? thoughts on it?

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you. Yes, it is the BedRug bed mat: amzn.to/3E5rLnx I really like it a lot...nice cushion for the knees and a decent amount of friction to keep stuff from sliding around while in transit. It's basically recycled plastic strands.

[@brucemontgomery6853]

Garage kept?

[@AdventureRocks]

@@brucemontgomery6853 mostly

[@MrCN173]

Was there a break in period? Mine is brand new and taking in some water

[@AdventureRocks]

Sorry to hear. I had to adjust mine on the tailgate seal a little after install to get the compression on seal just right. Where are you getting water?

[@MrCN173]

@ looks like it's taking water at the tailgate. Passenger side is worse

[@AdventureRocks]

@@MrCN173 Copy. I found it tricky getting the position just right on that tailgate gasket to "compress" the right amount to seal against tailgate. Try loosening your knobs that hold the bulkhead side in place...then square it up tighter against the tailgate...might only need 1/8" or 1/4" of movement toward tailgate to fix. It helps if you have a second helper to watch the seal against tailgate while you tighten the knobs. Once it is adjusted right it seams to keep water out pretty good. I just get some at the far outside where it meets the sides at tailgate joint/gap.

[@brockwhite9739]

I really wanted this one but i live in Indiana and I'm afraid 4 months out of the year this will be unusable. j

[@AdventureRocks]

I hear you, valid point! Thanks for watching.

[@rushrider800]

Does it leak into the bed when it rains?

[@AdventureRocks]

Once I got mine adjusted right on the real seal against tailgate, mine stays nice and dry. If it's a heavy rain, I may get a little where the tailgate meets bedsides at taillights as if you look really closely you may be able to see in video that the tailgate joint there is exposed (tonneau covers don't cover the tailgate joint there).

[@robertwood9628]

@@AdventureRocks the only time I notice any water inside is after I go through the car wash where it gets blasted. Very happy with this cover.

[@darrenmoore-pg9sw]

Mine leaks so bad need totes and is leaking between panels not sides No warranty because I'm not original owner and they won't reply anymore

[@VillainCollector1]

Corporate greed has got out of control. That kind of increase in a few years is ridiculous. Overseas freight costs were below pre-pandemic levels earlier this year and companies continued to raise their prices. I would love to purchase the X4s or the X4ts cover, but not at these prices. Thank you for the review.

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you. I hear you. It is a sharp looking cover, just wish it was a little more affordable. But, definitely watch for the sales/discounts when it is $200-$300 off.

[@julienlahiere6530]

Oh please. Corporate greed. Really? Corporations have suddenly evolved into something that becomes malicious and evil when they make a profit is that what you’re saying? Tax them into prosperity eh? Actually, absent your filter of socialism Marxist ideology, it’s called doing your job and making a profit for your owners/shareholders while competing against competitors who are trying to do the same thing.

[@sanmanFS2K]

It's due to inflation, the dollar is worth that much less because the government keep printing money. Flood the world with gold and gold is worth less, the same.for the dollar.

[@Yielar1]

Tell me you don't understand free markets without telling me. You're free to buy any other product if you find it cheaper. The the companies goal is sell for as much as possible, obviously. If they are currently successful and selling the amount they need/require, they aren't obligated to lower their prices so you can afford it. Lots of cheaper options out there 🤔.

[@tatewebb7403]

Thing is sweet. $1200 is absurd though.

[@anthonypanepinto9685]

Try $1,399.00 now

[@zigarooSJunk]

the 4Xs has a 5 years warranty, so if it the material comes apart folks should claim

[@AdventureRocks]

Great point. It's easy to forget about the warranty after you purchase. From everything I've heard they stand behind the product. Thank you for comment.

[@3BLADZ]

It’s double if you buy from a preferred dealer

[@anthonypanepinto9685]

Tell me, what warrants a $300 increase in just one year ? Other than greed.

[@AdventureRocks]

I hear you, watch for the discounts...they'll take $200-$300 off. It is a sharp looking cover for sure.

[@Calijack]

For that much might as well get a diamondback

[@AdventureRocks]

Thank you for the tip.

[@whipivy]

Within a year, both plastic corners snapped off and the other day we had high winds that blew it open and bent both corners and it wouldn't close until I bent the "lattices" back into position. It's junk, stay away.

[@AdventureRocks]

Sorry to hear, that's frustrating. Mine is holding up nicely so far, but I do keep mine in the garage overnight so it doesn't get as much exposure.