Diamond Back HD VS. Diamond Back HD

[@ralphgagliardi1278]

Best bed cover ever. I have been using them since 2004 on my Silverado's. Just installed one on my 2020. Company is very responsive to any problems that may arise. Simple install, I do it alone in 45 minuets.

[@Nate-zy5ce]

I love that cover. And I love it in part because not only do I have the storage underneath, easily accessible enough, but when closed, not only is the top surface a useful area for all sorts of practical things, it can also be a portable back patio or deck, pull a couple of lounge chairs and a cooler out from the under storage, put em up top, and you've got a portable deck for enjoying the outdoors, sun during the day or stars at night. Not bad. Adds a whole new dimension to having a pickup truck. I'm considering either a new Raptor or Platinum (with offset tires and maybe fender flares) and adding the Diamondback HD cover to whichever I get, though I would add some or all the cleats that can come with it too. One question. That rear tailgate seal of the cover. With that tailgate opening and closing all the time, will that rubber seal along the back tailgate stay tight enough when the tailgate is closed to keep water out, rain and snow, maybe even spray from a carwash?

[@GardnersGarage]

At the 3:00 minute mark I can see a calendar on the wall that looks like a tv. Tell me about it I’m quite curious

[@thegaragejournal6584]

It's a TV that I pieced together from parts to look and work like a Samsung Frame TV. It's running DAKBOARD on a Raspberry Pi 3.

[@Jc-bo1uu]

I’m getting one my self. Just win you load pallets on top put what is called stickers down on the cover before you load a pallet wood or anything on there with like a forklift it’ll keep them from hitting the locks. All stickers are is a 2 x 2 or even a 2 x 4 cut roughly 3 to 4 feet long. You can honestly go to any hardware store that sells lumber and they would probably give them to you for free. But when you’re loading up your Cover please dear God do not forget to strap the load. And make sure you’re not over 13.6 feet tall from the bottom where the street is to the top of your load.

[@livingadreamlife1428]

For my use, the center hinge system presents an issue in limiting both height and width of typical cargo. While Diamondback HD’s are built like tanks, the lack of a tri-fold system that enables you to use the full length of your truck bed is a deal killer for me. Cargo room IS the main reason someone would purchase a truck. If I wanted limited room in the truck bed, I’d have purchased a Honda Ridgeline. 😂 When Diamondback HD makes a tri-fold, I’ll purchase one.

[@masejames4906]

Yes, definitely not for everyone. It’s a game changer if you keep your bed loaded with tools and still want to haul loads without removing everything out of the bed. I wouldn’t buy a truck without one; I like to keep my truck ready to work without worrying if I brought a certain tool.

[@---tx9xx]

The renegade seems like a great option but have read here QC issues. I understand that the diamonback HD is easy enough to remove and replace and doens't have rails for using the bed

[@---tx9xx]

it also has the advantage of just locking with your tailgate you don't need an extrs new key

[@tomaustin8556]

They just came out with a trifold. It’s called the Switchback. I’m thinking about getting one.

[@andrewkraus8802]

I just bought my first diamond back with the smooth texture a few months back, based on your first video review! I noticed you didn’t have any of the tie downs on?

[@rush48192]

does anyone know if this can be installed if your truck has a management system in your bed

[@thepokerpilotapp]

Why don’t they use carriage bolts on the hinges so someone can’t take the hinges off to break in? Seems like an easy swap. Wondering why they didn’t design them that way.

[@kpicco1234]

with out a wrench behind it , nothing coming off

[@JoshuaRichNYC]

@The Garage Journal Have you had any luck with making skid plates for your new HD?

[@Chinekeh]

I AM MAD TRIGGERED! I HAVE HONDA RIDGELINE!! :) Great video that cover looks fuego.

[@skatpk9196]

I just bought a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon. The box is not that long. My concern would be the hassle of removing it every time I need the height when transporting something?

[@mikestevens2053]

Just ordered my HD/black/smooth/loose cleats cover today, partially based on having watched this video. Thanks! Like you, I prefer the more subtle smooth finish, and don't like how busy 12 perimeter cleats looks. Just my personal opinion.

[@jameshovey8301]

Your one complaint about the Diamondback is the reason I'm leaning twards the Renegade. No external locks sticking up above the cover

[@DarinCepeda3gun]

Their cost is brutal though, along with charging another $200 for the torsion bar if you want one-sided unlock/lock capability. The low-profile is nice though.

[@jameshovey8301]

@@DarinCepeda3gun after watching the installation videos I went with the diamondback

[@DarinCepeda3gun]

@@jameshovey8301 that's where I'm leaning also, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

[@jameshovey8301]

@@DarinCepeda3gun They are pricey... but I have to admit, im impressed. I went with the HD. I figured for a couple hundred dollars difference. Why not.

[@machyne82]

How’s the black do with the sun? I live in Phoenix

[@Zooooman]

Can you please post a video installing cleats

[@dennisbaldwin]

Well filmed, narrated, and edited!

[@chrisrobinson8249]

Do the lids completely fold over on top of each other?

[@henryrodriguez665]

I don’t see tie down hooks on it.

[@shawnb8658]

Have a diamond hd on my 19 Denali and use it daily for work. Way more functional then a topper being able to load it with 1600lbs and still have tools underneath

[@nhoesing]

Far more durable and strong than the Bak Flip cover that came with my Tacoma. Although, I do like it's ease of use.

[@theuplandrookiepodcast3461]

Going to pick one of these up soon!

[@brentholladay3113]

My hinges aren’t on top? Min is smooth and water proof. Ford F-350

[@amandamcgruder5074]

I'm going to purchase one! Thanks

[@fenderbender5987]

Bought my smooth DB cover 2 months ago.

[@andiegomes2764]

Hey sir can you sell me your old plate cover I can’t afford the $2k and I like buy used.

[@puma51921]

Love mine. They are bomb proof.

[@jameshurd4815]

I just bought a used one off of ebay...like new! ...damn...these things are for real!!

[@IAmThePrepper]

Is it waterproof?

[@jtcook1202]

Yes, other reviews show a really decent demonstration of how well it works against weather

[@C.Construction]

Wanna give me the old one??

[@robwingham9984]

The new one doesn’t come with any tie downs? WTF

[@christopher.96]

You can select the tie downs to be pre-installed or loose. Your choice.

[@brentholladay3113]

Mine did

[@rocker1889]

20 minutes to install, 8 months of saving up the money to pay for it.

[@barrywatson754]

Or a solid week.

[@rickm5853]

Great video thanks. The hinge design defeats the purpose of the locks. They can be unscrewed easily from the top.

[@thegaragejournal6584]

Have you tried that? No way in hell you can unscrew those without access to the bottom side.

[@grantlauinger8663]

I was thinking about getting one, but I have a Ridgeline. Ha.

[@jameshovey8301]

When you get a real truck you can get a real cover!

[@donivalrobinson9079]

I’m sold!

[@xaviy649]

give more credit for the ridgeline....!!!

[@soapbox187]

Tamba...AI forever. Give us a code for discount already!! haha Aloha

[@richardthomas1531]

You didn't get the anchors? Well Free is a good price. You don't get what you don't pay for.LOL

[@ShootingSportz]

You can either get the anchors loose or pre-installed. I'm sure he opted for the latter.

[@chuckfisher2118]

@@ShootingSportz Think you mean "the former"

[@seanforeman1457]

Don't care for it

[@tl4633]

I would drive an ugly Honda Ridgeline any day over a junky GM product. Ridgeline built in Alabama, Chevy built in Mexico. Nice cover by the way. What a waste.

[@thegaragejournal6584]

You are too kind. Thank you.

[@jameshovey8301]

If you switched to a Tundra you would have a real truck. Then if you wanted you could get a real cover for it.

[@thegaragejournal6584]

@@jameshovey8301 Too kind of you man.