A lot of people underestimate the selling point of solid customer service. I bought a Ruger revolver and realized it had factory blemishes after getting it home. I sent it in, and Ruger completely replaced the pistol. With high wear and tear items like this, it's nice to know Bakflip stands behind their product no questions asked. I just put one in my Amazon cart. Great review BTW!
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I absolutley agree. I hope you enjoy yours as much as i enjoy mine
@samball42842 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Made me feel I made a good decision of my recent purchase of an Bakflip MX4 for my Colorado. Topper World, Slidell, La had a good showroom selection of most popular models and recommended this one over the soft tops. Paid around $1100 installed. Two weeks now and after a couple of high volume drive thru car washes no leaks. Dust from dusty roads gets in but a leaf blower clears that out. Weather strips around tailgate should stop most of that. So far, highly recommend.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I was just thinking of doing another video (would be 2 years now). Still holding up good for me. I hope yours serves you as good as mine has me.
@stansbruv3169 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this bruv! Every bit of someone’s real world experience helps!
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment! I appriciate it
@nokianx400 Жыл бұрын
Why did I remember Hannah Baron while watching this video 😊
@ross76842 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. I had the MX4 on a previous truck and was impressed with its performance but sold it and replaced it with a topper so that I could fit a generator in the bed (generator too tall for tonneau cover). I got rid of my generator now (new truck has generator built in) and am going back to another MX4 on my new truck to save some weight and a couple thousand dollars. I used some some spray-can bedliner to repair scratches on old one before I sold it and that worked ok, but I had to spray all panels so they matched.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I've used black spray paint but haven't thought of bedliner
@MrNorman19562 жыл бұрын
This is with out a doubt one of the most honest, complete reviews I have seen, with detailed pro's and con's. I have it down to this and the Peragon cover for my Tundra. The Peragon wont take as much weight as the BAKFlip, but right now I have a 4 panel soft one by Rugged Cover, and have not walked on it, or needed to do so. But your review is great
@simrandhaliwal8195 Жыл бұрын
what did you get and are you happy with it
@jesseb66562 жыл бұрын
I've been doing some research on bed covers and really liked the bakflip, but I wasn't sure of it's longevity. Your video was so helpful and thorough in addressing all of the things that I thought could potentially be an issue. I ordered right after watching your video. So thank you for the thorough review and helping me make a choice.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
It's been 2 years and I'm thinking I'm going to do 2 year review soon but I'll tell you... it still looks like it did when i did this video and i am constantly open and closing it
@ronaldflick80552 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video, well done! I purchased one for my new Maverick and my son purchased one for his new 2023 Silverado. We both love the covers. I live 2 miles from Dans Trailer here in Elkhart. Thanks!
@nonenonnenopenonenomorefor5556 Жыл бұрын
Haven't had it but a month came highly recommended GMC dealer put it on my first bed cover really really like it my brother in law has one thanks again happy so far not using daily in garage a lot video was awesome glad I got it 👍
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
Good deal. Glad you like it. I'm still loving mine
@denniswatson50662 жыл бұрын
I got ten years out of my last bakflip cover, it was still holding up well when I sold the truck, atm I am waiting delivery of a new cover for my new truck I just got. Definitely a great deal for the money
@chefsdaddy3 жыл бұрын
I had a backflip on a 2005 F150. It was on it when I got it. I really liked it and was always impressed with how dry and dust free it kept everything. I sold the truck and let it go with it. I don’t think I realized how valuable it was. Another great video!!
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, i love this one. I thought it was expensive when i bought it but it's been worth every penny
@TXnobody Жыл бұрын
Thanks for going over everything thoroughly on this 1 year review! Currently shopping covers and leaning heavily towards the BakFlip MX4.
@rjeepster8640 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! I have been watching videos all day trying to decide on the cover I need. You sold me!
@CodyJames292 жыл бұрын
Great video. My first back flip lasted 8 years but I only open it maybe once a week if that. I’ve also kept it clean and the whole thing Armoraled weekly. My second is just over a year old and is good as new. My new one is same as yours. They fixed many of the shortcomings from the first model.
@SedonaPerioCO Жыл бұрын
I had the BAK X-2 Rollup cover for 4 years on my 2013 f350. After it got torn up by ice and sun here in Colorado, I bought another. This time the X-4. It lasted about 4 years as well. Called BAK, and they sent me a replacement cover (without the rails since they were fine), and the replacement did well until I sold the truck this year. Overall, I had about $2000 invested in bed covers over a ten-year period. Not bad a all. Nothing will last forever, especially if you use them a lot. Overall, my experience was good and their customer service is solid. Just got a new F250, and I’m moving onto the MX4without hesitation. Thanks for the review!
@Utubeisazzho Жыл бұрын
That cross winds demonstration was spot on. Nice touch
@Truck-it1502 жыл бұрын
Honest and perfect review 👍. A great example how a review should be done.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@drumtum812 жыл бұрын
Ive had the Bakflip MX4 on my Tacoma for about 3yrs and its held up great
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Mines still doing great as well. Thank you for your comment!
@dougB44548 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. I had one put on my 2012F150 6.7 box yesterday. They did what you mentioned and overtightened the latch screws. One was loose so I just put some blue lock tight on it. I figured I could always drill new smaller holes later if it came to that point. I took off my Truxedo roll up and the main reason was like you. Three times I drove across Wyoming and my Velcro Truxedo did not stay fastened. I had to rig it tight with gorilla tape to hold it tight. I like this cover because it is much heavier. Mine will sit in the garage and get babied or used locally. But I haul quite often. Just won’t be hard on it.
@jefflewis6331 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update. I just put the same cover on my truck two days ago. I hope I get the samre service from it.
@peterc89792 жыл бұрын
Very pleased with mine. I squirt lubricant in the cable areas to keep it smooth.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
I should probably do that as well. Thank you for your comment
@Daniel-z2j2v2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Just ordered one today and this video reinsures I made the right purchase
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Is been a while since i made that video, and it is still holding up the same. There are no new issues, and still love it. I would definitely buy another one concidering the abuse this one has taken and still in this good of shape. I hope you like yours as much as i like mine.
@Daniel-z2j2v2 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer thank you for the update. Mine was just delivered today and can’t wait to get it on. Thanks again
@labratlogistics19362 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the detailed review! I’m gettin ready to outfit my Ram at Dan’s Hitch…I’m keeping an open mind, but I’m thinking the Bakflip MX4 is probably the best way to go.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! If you get one i hope you like it a much as i like mine
@bryandooley3846 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Been looking at covers for a bit and this sold me. Never gonna use it like you have so takes away my worries on quality.
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
That video was a while back and it's still hanging in there. If it comes apart tomorrow I'll definitely get another one
@334trax23 жыл бұрын
Thanks for review. This will be great to keep luggage safe on road trips.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
It would. I love the peace of mind i have if i get a room or have to leave it sitting somewhere
@roberto32623 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Thanks. I've been shopping around and I think you've pushed me over to this cover. I've been on the fence for days. Thank you. Liked and subscribed 👍🏻
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, if you go with this one i hope you're a happy with it as i have been with mine
@tb1008752 жыл бұрын
Great review 👏 I want one but I don't think I can afford it. I will have to stick with my soft top tri fold. No of them are perfect but they work well and are definitely worth it. Thanks for the good review 👍 😊
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Was expensive but I've enjoyed it
@pointsnorthgisuav86612 жыл бұрын
Great review. I have a Bakflip on order but was a little nervous that there would be some wear on the back of the truck when it is fully folded up until I watched your video.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I was worried about the same when i got mine but it's holding up pretty good
@MichaelShaw2063 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. Makes me more comfortable making the purchase.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Anytime, hope you're a happy with it as i am mine
@g.e.3275 Жыл бұрын
I just purchased the Bakflip from 4WP store for my 2021 Ram Quad cab with 6.5 ft bed. Did an extensive research on different bed covers and decided to go with the Bakflip, very easy to install and looks great. Taking it on a long trip so we'll see how it holds up.
@Rob_Basich3 жыл бұрын
Great review, much appreciated. Made my decision easier.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jimm24423 жыл бұрын
Great video like usual. I have the same bed cover on my 21 3500HD and love it. Nice to hear your experience.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@richardmorring57982 жыл бұрын
Dang fifth will and all !!!! that's what's up Thanks for the review I think I am going with the Bakflip
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! If this one falls apart tomorrow I'll buy another. I think it's held up really good
@N-TOTAL-DARKNESS3 жыл бұрын
Well I’ve been looking at the bed covers trying to decide what brand to go with.. I think this video sold me on the bakflip.. for my tundra the price now is $1019
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
I didn't look at many but If i bought another truck tomorrow I'd get another bakflip to go on it. I hope if you get one you like it as much as i like mine
@gregoryhumphrey28313 жыл бұрын
You gave a great review, thank you. Looking at the Bak Revolver 4s. I think, and I may be wrong, it would alleviate some of the very minor problems you had.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! When it's time to replace it that may be the one i go with
@jerryp8990 Жыл бұрын
Way late in the game here but I’ll share my 7 years experience with this exact cover. First, I plan to buy another one for my new truck so I liked it very much. Only grips I had was…cover itself was hail damaged while the truck wasn’t meant the material was too soft to withstand what the truck withstood. Second, too easy to stick a coat hanger between the tailgate top and the cover to release the cover and open it. Needs slight redesign to overcome that.
@brycehiigel2352 жыл бұрын
I was recommended the bakflip on my 2014 Ford F-150 had it for about 5.5 years. Can’t remember the model. But was recommended by my Ford dealer. They are solid. My new truck doesn’t have one so will have to get another one. Looking at the MX4. With my old one I lost one of those seals. To keep from rubbing. Went to my local body shop and picked some. I did lose the the screw cap that supports the top to the cab Also the plastic pieces that stow the rods broke so went and found some metal wire clips same shape and swapped them for those.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
I hope mine holds up another 3 years. That'll give me close to 5.5 years
@TheKneeGrowNetwork3 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I just ordered one. Hesitated for about a month cause of the price.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I did too before i bought mine... it's showing a little wear but I'd still buy it again
@davidwelty976311 ай бұрын
Excellent, in depth review, Thank you!
@chrisram8334 Жыл бұрын
Nice review . Straight to the point
@DesertRatFabrication2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, just bought the MX4,and am excited to install it, glad you have been getting good service from it
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That video was a while back and i still love it. I hope you get a good of service out of yours as i have mine
@DesertRatFabrication2 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer 👍👍
@TheDesertRoseRanch2 жыл бұрын
Great, thorough review.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@joelpierce3940 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I have a Carbon Pro bed, and this is one of the 3 available options for me. I wish I could get a solid topper, like I had on my older Silverado, but it’s not available for my bed.
@dominickthompson220 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for the thorough review!
@josephpuchel64972 жыл бұрын
Hey excellent review. Hopefully they upgraded those issues.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jasongrinnell19863 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Great video.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it, thank you for your comment!
@RagnarLothbrok22223 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this 🙌🏻
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment
@DJStunnaz23Ent2 жыл бұрын
So technically, someone can pry it open from the side? When you were explaining about the crosswinds pushing up it made me reconsider it
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
There is one panel without a latch and it could be pryed up some but the other latches should keep it down. That's what keeps it down in high wind running interstate speeds but it does move some. I think the winds were 45mph from the side and i was running around 75 plus mph when i saw it moving but that's been a while ago
@Smartdatamap2 жыл бұрын
Well done, have fuel tank in bed and wondered how this would fit!
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, it took me a while to get it all together but i do love my setup. Really there's, not anything i wasn't too change
@Aero.Smith.3 жыл бұрын
When a country boy gives a review, you can guarantee its the truth!
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I do my best
@stevewilliams1197 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review 🔥
@mr.thomas81143 жыл бұрын
The exact information i needed 🙏🏽
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Good deal, i hope it helps!
@saulocampos98112 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Great review, sir.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@deborahvessell68703 жыл бұрын
Loved your intro! Thanks for the review.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cliciafarnsworth6920 Жыл бұрын
My husband is set on a BAKFlip for my Gladiator, buuuut I need some convincing to spend the $$ 😂This helped!
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
This video was around a year ago. I am constantly opening and closing it to access my auxilary fuel tank and tools and its still hanging in there. Honestly still about the same condition as in this video. I hope which ever one you decide on does you a great job. Thank you for your comment!
@geezberry88892 жыл бұрын
i would cut an access hole for the fuel filler. use rubber grommet to seal it
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
That'd be nice
@dainbramage86082 жыл бұрын
Nice job and thank you very much .
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment
@priusrepellent3 жыл бұрын
Hey man, cool cover, I would look into an RDS filler neck valve, $50 it’s an automatic valve for transfer tanks and is DOT approved for continuous filling of the transfer tanks! I got one on my 99’ and works GREAT I never had to stop for 1,100 miles and the transfer tank keeps filling my stock tank!!! RDS auxiliary tank neck filler adapter!!!
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
I have the RDS filler neck adapter but the manual valve is on the side of the tank. I turn it on around 1/4 tank and it drains in but it leaks out of the vent on the stock tank if i don't shut it off when it gets full
@priusrepellent3 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer really? Mine never leaks from the stock tank. I always leave my valve open all the time.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
How big is your tank?
@priusrepellent3 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer 50gallons
@priusrepellent3 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer but that RDS valve should stop the flow of fuel when the ball rises, I had to replace my valve once and the second valve is good now. The first one did leak, but it was a malfunctioning one.
@couchpoet1 Жыл бұрын
Coat hanger or any hook can get in the rear. Just slide it underneath and pull
@Wyoboy72202 жыл бұрын
Great review thanks
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@lesd26332 жыл бұрын
1200. I expect better result after just one year!
@anthonyduenas6801 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your review.
@zates22723 жыл бұрын
Great content brother thanks
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@dlawsonlawson15823 жыл бұрын
Do you ever feel the need to have a dually? I’m looking at trucks and I love the 2500 you have just don’t want to get it and wish I’d just bought the 3500. Love your videos man.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Buddy, my personal opinion.i wouldn't trade my 2500 for a 3500. From what I'm seeing the most important thing is not to go over 26k. I can pull a heavier trailer with my 2500 without going over than i could with a dually because the truck is heavier. That's my understanding and my opinion. I know i got weighed in Arizona last week with a 3 axle toy hauler and i weighed 24900 and they sold me my permit and i went on my way. If I'd had a lwb 3500 I'd have been over 26k and had to bought ifta permit.
@garyag453 жыл бұрын
Great review 🦌🦅😎👍🇺🇸
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@saltyexxer8253 Жыл бұрын
referencing the cover flapping during the crosswind - isn't each section supposed to latch down? I'm a transporter too and just ordered one of these.
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
All but one panel latches. From the back, the first one latches the second doesn't then the rest latch individually. This video is older and I'm still using cover today. I would buy another in a heartbeat. As soon as i have a chance in going to make a more updated video
@saltyexxer8253 Жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer appreciate the reply, especially on such an old video. I'm looking forward to having this thing. They're 1100 in Joe Biden's economy and it's nice to know I made a good purchase.
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
Anytime, I hope yours lasts as good as mine has
@tomwilliams67573 жыл бұрын
When you tow, do you have the cover folded all the way (vertical) up against the rear window, or do you fold it up to the last section and leave it horizontal.? hope this makes sense.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Fold to last section and leave horizontal for a fifth wheel/ Gooseneck
@alc3842 Жыл бұрын
That’s how I tow with my trifold soft cover. How high is it sitting? Like to know if the 5th wheel will clear on a turn. Thx.
@Jerlemi2 Жыл бұрын
will this bed cover hold up through drive-thru car washes?
@bearnut342 жыл бұрын
Great video. I have a B & W hitch as well. Where did you get that pad that covers the top like a lube plate?
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
I wish i knew where to get them. I get asked about it a lot. I've heard dans service center in Elkhart Indiana has them but I've never seen them there. Idid buy the hitch used from Dans. If you find one plz let me know where you found them
@robertratliff43483 жыл бұрын
hello good video, I chose the Gator brand and it (sweats) a lot. Open it up when the sun hits it and all underneath the cover is wet. It just drips off. Do you have that problem? And Gater customer service just refers me to the manufacture. I am considering the Bak brand now. thanks
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I have never noticed any sweat or really any moisture at all under the cover except right at the corners of the tailgate.
@DrDennis2 жыл бұрын
Is that Favre?
@garyheurich68352 жыл бұрын
When the MX4 cover is fully folded back and leaning up against the back of the cab, what is the distance / clearance from the inside of the top of the bulkhead to the rear edge of the opened cover? I have a combo transfer tank with a toolbox on top in my '22 Silverado 1500. I know that the fully opened cover eats up enough distance that I wouldn't be able to fully open the toolbox lid. But, depending on how far rearward the fully opened edge of the MX4 sits, I might still be able to open the lid enough to make the toolbox useful. My second issue might be the height clearance for the top of the fuel pump (which sits proud of the top of the toolbox). Right now, the overall height is just about even with the bed rail. If the underside of the tonneau cover itself (not the side rails or hardware, but the inner field of the cover) falls below the bed rail and uses up any of the clearance, I might have a problem. However, it looks like the underside of the cover inner field might actually be slightly above the height of the bed rail. Which would give me a little more "breathing room." But, can you confirm what the actual clearance would be from bed bottom to underside of the inside field of a cover panel? My final question is, what kind of issue might there be with the trapping in the closed cover of the inevitable smell of diesel fuel? No matter how carefully I fill the tank and pump fuel, there is the inevitable residue somewhere.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
I spill some fuel too so i understand the concern for that but I've never noticed any smell but i do haul a lot of fifth wheels so it gets aired out often. I'll take some measurements when i get back to truck
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
5 1/2 inches from inside of bulkhead to edge of folded up cover against back glass. 20&3/4 inches from bed to bottom of cover.19&1/2 from bed to the latch on bottom of cover. Hope this helps
@garyheurich68352 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer Apologies for my delayed acknowledgement, but thanks for your reply. It was very helpful. It confirms that I'm down to a game of inches, or an inch. I've got 22-1/4" from the high point (rib) of the bed to the top of the side rail. The top of the pump nozzle protrudes above the rail by ~3/8". It appears that the tonneau panel is ~1/2" thick, which would get my clearance to the same 20-3/4" that you have. Somehow I need to gain an inch (pump nozzle protrusion plus cover thickness). Perhaps the nozzle can be somehow repositioned. Or, I wonder if I could install a 1" to 1-1/2" thick neoprene gasket to the top of the rails, bulkhead top, and tailgate top to raise the entire tonneau by that much. What do you think?
@garyheurich68352 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer By the way, I'm not sure how clear I was. By raise the entire cover with a neoprene gasket, I mean the entire unit by placing the gasket between the cover frame and the bed rail, front, and tailgate. (Not put the gasket between the cover and the frame rail it sits on.)
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure. I'm trying to picture it in my head but since it clamps onto the bed rail and only sits on the edge it would be tricky.
@Virtual987412 жыл бұрын
What size bed is this bakflip cover on? I'm looking at purchasing an F1 for my Silverado 6.6' Bed. I just can't tell if it's going to be a three fold or four fold.
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Mine is short bed pretty sure it's the 6ft6 bed
@craighenderson16453 жыл бұрын
Great review! If you don't mind me asking, how much does the tonneau cover weigh?
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
I had never looked for the weight but I looked mine up on their website and they claim 71lbs.that sounds about right to me. I did install it myself and it was heavy but very manageable. Hope this helps
@TheCdg123 Жыл бұрын
How does it handle the drive through car wash? Tools stay dry ?
@ck3561 Жыл бұрын
Maybe I’m not being realistic but I just bought one for 8’ bed and it cost $1,200 and I think if it looks like this in 12 months it won’t last 5 years before they will have to do full replacement. Mine is 20 days old and already first pull cord latch keeps getting stuck on one side not allowing both latches to unlock.
@ericlaroza2485 Жыл бұрын
Question is will you buy another one?
@phillip4447 Жыл бұрын
How well does this hold up to dust? I’m not too worried about water more about dust!
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
Hey Philip, On my particular truck it gets dusty around the tailgate if I'm in dusty environments. I think the cover itself would do really good keeping dust out but my tailgate isn't sealed at all. I wish i had a better answer but i haven't spent a whole lot of time in dusty places and mine is open to haul fifth wheels regularly so the rain keeps it washed out.
@s216674 Жыл бұрын
Apologies for this if I asked you before. Any issues with noise (squeaks, rattles, vibration, etc.)? I hate those things when driving and while I am in the market for a cover, I am not looking to add issues with noise while driving. Thanks for the help!
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
No issues with noise that i can recall. In heavy cross wind running 70 mph+ i can see it moving some but that's about it
@s216674 Жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer Thanks! Would hate to spend all of that money and then end up with something that rattles.
@CFarmer Жыл бұрын
I understand
@frederickporter6352 жыл бұрын
Is it worth to buy it and put it on my truck.. thinking 🤔 about it.. for Tuesday
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
All i can say is it was well worth it for me. I would buy again tomorrow if i didn't already have one
@frederickporter6352 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer big THANK YOU for replying me back.. Ty sir
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
Anytime, if you get it i hope you like yours as much as i like mine
@jeffward75023 жыл бұрын
Would choose a different tow vehicle now you have been doing this for awhile? Also, it seems like a 2500 SWD is not optimum in your line of work.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
In my experience 2500 is ok, with cdl and a lighter empty weight i can pull heavier loads than a 3500 and stay under 26k. A lwb will ride better and a dually is more stable but 2 years and 265k miles pulling the units I've pulled it seems to do an excellent job with way less in repairs than i ever expected (knock on wood). If i had to buy another truck today and sign a 5 year contract to keep doing this work I'd buy the exact same truck i have now all over again
@jeffward75023 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmerI have a 2017 Chevy dually and have been playing with the idea of the new 2021 Ram 3500 DRW. I have seen lots of quality issues with them on line as they all have I suppose. When its all said and done I might go back to GM again haha. My 5th wheel is 16k so the DRW just feels better for me.
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
I've always been a gm guy but i see guys with all brands that are beating and neglecting trucks that just keep going and giving no issues then i know guys who are on top of maintenance and baby their trucks and having issues....i honestly believe it's luck of the draw on any of them. I do really like my truck but I'd be scared to trade it for another just like it. My buddies with the rams love them and drw is definitely more stable
@eutimiochavez415 Жыл бұрын
Did it ever leak water in to the bed ?
@jasonargo86073 жыл бұрын
I am considering doing RV transport. I have a 2016 Ram 2500 4x4 that I got back in April of this year. I have done it before way back in 2011. Is it worth doing it again in 2021?
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
I'm doing ok with it but the rates seem to be coming down some. I'd watch for a few weeks and see if they hold steady or drop again
@jasonargo86073 жыл бұрын
@@CFarmer are they $1.50/mile plus like they say? I have a CDL A
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
They ranged from $1.44 to $2.04 but they dropped today and saw loads for $1.41. The one I'm on my way to California with pays $2.04
@st.mariagoretti49362 жыл бұрын
I have one of the original ones. Bad design. The new fixed the issue with having to lift the end piece to close the tailgate. However, lots of other design flaws. 1. The piece to hold it up by the window. One of the nuts fell out...try and find one to fit it. The bar falls off the cheap plastic hook. The bar unscrews constantly. 2. The cross bars are connected cheaply. My middle one (there to keep theft out) fell off 2x. Finally left it off. 3. The end cross bar fell off and the truck shop put back on with a couple of extra screws. I had to add more. The strap to open is held in place with a cheap plastic piece that has split on one end and constantly pulls out of the groves. 4. The new ones have the butt piece so you can close the tailgate without having to pull the end up. The original one can be accessed with a coat hanger and open when the tailgate is closed. The main reason is the wire goes tight on one end and stays loose on the other. Not a good design. I have a friend that has the new flat end one but he does not want me to test opening with a coat hanger. 5. The unit shifts and I am constantly having to move the right side to get the rubber, now tearing on the end piece to cover the tailgate. Get a lot of water in the bed even in the middle. Why did the design not include a wide protective edge to keep out water. 5. Bad with hail...the top part is now loose from the inside parts due to the hail impact. I have not replaced it as I am still looking at other covers. Hate the ones that put the material inside as you lose space. Hate the poor designed ones that protect from water and tip up as you can't use the full bed for large items. A friend got one with full lift capability and uses for his business. So, the original Bakflip is crap...sort of works but knowing what I have discovered in the last 3 years with it...would spend a lot more time finding a good cover that hail won't damage and holds up. Looked good but cheaply put together. BM
@LedGuitar1218 Жыл бұрын
Still holdin up?
@js4455dl2 жыл бұрын
They make tailgate seal that will close it of good video
@donitaarender7839 Жыл бұрын
Is it waterproof
@ralphtimmons80993 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos! Have a Question about the rear length mudflap UltraGuard. Looking to buy a Chevy 2500 and noticed the exhaust tail pipe sticks straight out of the rear. How did you overcome that with the UltraGuard in the way? Thanks
@CFarmer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I went to an exaust shop and had the exaust turned out
@pipedesigner Жыл бұрын
Does it keep water out?
@richardburnett27492 жыл бұрын
You're supposed to get better gas mileage to with a tonneau cover
@thomasgriffin34742 жыл бұрын
Time for a paint pin
@sinainanloo41372 жыл бұрын
Can you drive with the cover not closed all the way? Like with the first or second sections left open?
@CFarmer2 жыл бұрын
You could but the straps will only secure it if it's folded all the way to the cab (but not standing up) . I have hauled a few things and let it rest against what i was hauling and it worked ok.
@bradkfitz Жыл бұрын
I wish the thumbnail said “How it’s folding up” instead of “how it’s holding up”
@RobertBeedle2 жыл бұрын
You get a 3 year warranty. If it craps out before that they will send you a new one for free