Diamond Back SE Truck Cover (tonneau cover) Review - 1 Year later

[@puma51921]

Have mine for 3 years. Love it. Live in Florida. Hurricanes, daily rain. Not one drop inside. Super strong....

[@georges4562]

How is the exterior black finish holding up if you have that option ?

[@---tx9xx]

How hot does it get in the sun? Do to have the aluminum?

[@andrewn5239]

@@---tx9xxit gets as hot as any normal bed cover in my opinion, I have one on my 2500 and it is awesome. I use it like a flat bed and put whatever I want on it and my bed itself now has a bedslide and its the perfect combination for me.

[@cornwellwallace5041]

Thanks y’all, I went through two of these dookie bakflip hardcover / revolver covers. and I’m back where I started. Researching the same cover I was planning on buying in the first place. I’m getting this one, thanks for your post. Great video, very well laid out and you shared everything that I feel we needed to know. Good looks, have a nice day

[@thekevincornell]

Glad it was helpful. I've been thinking about doing a follow up video. I still love this cover and it's done lots of work for me the last three years. Hope you enjoy it!

[@byammine]

Diamondback recommends using exterior plastic protectants on the seal and top bed rail to help stop it from freezing together. I like using CarPro Perl diluted with water 1:1 on the plastic rail and seal and it does a pretty good job. Every month or so In the winter I reapply to keep it from freezing bad

[@Meekerextreme]

You could also use car wax and clean and wax it up. Silicone spray also and clean the seal with that

[@scottcpan68]

I bought my Ram used (5 years old) and it had a BakFlip F1 installed that was completely worn out. I was pricing new ones and almost bought BakFlip MX4 for $1200. I then discovered the Diamondback cover and did a lot of research. I ended up finding a lightly used Diamondback SE for $800. The build quality is far superior when compared to the BakFlip. I'm so glad I went with the Diamondback, especially getting one for half price.

[@thekevincornell]

They really are awesome! Had mine for 4.5 years now and is still solid!

[@StanFry]

Thanks Kevin ordered my SE!

[@thekevincornell]

I think you’ll love it!

[@richmenaquale998]

Silicone spray works good on the seal

[@steveburns6628]

American Made. Need I say more? Definitely worth the cost. Just ordered ours.

[@thekevincornell]

You'll love it. I've had mine for quite some time now! It's awesome. Enjoy!

[@west4913]

Good video, thank you for the information. I've been looking at DimondBack for a long time.

[@thekevincornell]

Love the cover. Super happy with it!

[@mattroberts3487]

Thanks for the review and nice job, considering this for my Rebel. Might be a good fit.

[@thekevincornell]

I’ve been super happy with mine! Been super durable.

[@curtisriggins1406]

I recommend trying some silicone lubricant spray to help prevent the weather stripping from freezing to the tailgate. I've used it on my door seals (applied with a micro fiber cloth) and it prevented my doors from freezing shut in NJ.

[@curtisriggins1406]

Just saw another comment with the same thing and that you're gonna try it yourself this winter. I'm gonna try it as well because I just purchased the same cover (used) for myself.

[@williamboyd8146]

Good REVIEW. thanks!

[@corgily]

Thanks for the walk through

[@thekevincornell]

Sure thing

[@HookEmMikeE]

Really nice cover! I am thinking about something for my 2018 F150 and hadn't seen anything like this as all I've really looked at are the soft covers and the hard fiberglass covers.

[@thekevincornell]

Been really happy with this! really durable and have also hauled lots of stuff for family and friends on top of it! Great cover.

[@sfmingura]

When you fold it over on itself, does it have the means to attach to anything in order to keep it from moving during driving. 7:47 time stamp of video. Thanks.

[@thekevincornell]

When I’ve moved things and folded it over like in the video, I’ll strap the top piece down using the anchor cleats. Or, I’ll just lift off the back and put it in the garage until I’m done hauling. Both options work well.

[@kcrr2w]

Pool gasket grease will keep seal from freezing. Like chapstck for rubber gasket.

[@thekevincornell]

Great Tip. I will try this this year.

[@petepeto9335]

Only 2 small inges on the midle.. thats the "weak" point.. if someone wants break in? Anyway nice vid👍

[@EVDOsmurf]

Take some WD-40 and apply it to the weatherstrip layer between the cover and the bed plastic where it sandwiches. This will prevent freezing. You can also do this to all door weather strips to prevent doors freezing shut.

[@fishermanshane4658]

WD-40 freezes

[@EVDOsmurf]

@@fishermanshane4658 I’ve never ever had WD-40 freeze on me, and I’ve done this numerous times in -10 degree weather here in Chicago. Also, don’t apply WD-40 when it’s freezing outside, apply it every 2-3 months throughout the year during summer and spring….the rubber absorbs it and when winter rolls around, you’re golden!

[@KaukoSamuelsson]

If U use a silicon spray for rubber and gun oli for locks it will solve the winter issues.

[@thekevincornell]

Good tip. I've had the seal freeze to the tailgate before and it's really difficult to open.

[@dodo19923]

NOTHING you buy for a truck is ever 100% safe, but compared to the flimsy tri-folds and soft tonneaus these things are tanks. Same goes for water, nothing is 100% waterproof. This is just the problem with owning trucks. I guess though people nowadays are just too spoiled and expect everything to be perfect for them which isn't the case lol.

[@thekevincornell]

Thanks for the comment. I agree. It’s not perfect, but I’m super happy with it after almost 2 years now.

[@fenderbender5987]

15 years from now the DB cover will be just as solid as the day you bought it as well as the resale value. Other covers wont have that longevity.

[@ifly64s]

@@fenderbender5987 agreed and the cover is certainly more secure than all the glass in the cab.

[@83pyro76]

The extang hard frifold is one pis over priced worthless crap. FYI don't buy stay away

[@ryanwing8195]

When you fold it on itself like you did around 7:30… do you strap it down or secure it somehow before you drive down the road? Seem like the wind would try to close it.

[@thekevincornell]

Yes. When I've flipped it up to haul stuff, I do take a strap and tether it down so it doesn't bounce and up down.

[@amandamcgruder5074]

White grease should handle the locks spray once a year.

[@michaelmungovan2779]

Spray WD-40 on the seal to prevent freezing up.

[@brandonthetruckdriver2023]

Use painters tape to cover the lock in the winter

[@KIILew]

I enjoyed your video...I'm considering this cover for my 2022 F-150 Supercrew shortbed. I'm a little concerned about how that extra front gasket will adhere to the spray-in bedliner of my truck. But, it looks like yours is pretty well attached in a similar circumstance. I wonder if the tailgate can be closed with out opening the rear half first.

[@spacetrucker918]

I have the SE and yes you can open/close the tailgate with the cover down,

[@KIILew]

@@spacetrucker918 Glad to hear that! Thank you for the response!

[@thekevincornell]

Opens and closes with no issue. When I first installed it, it needed a little extra push to close, but nonce it was seated, it was effortless. Still love this cover!

[@KIILew]

@@thekevincornell thank you for the response! Glad to hear it!

[@jnmaher1967]

Perhaps add a bed rug.

[@thekevincornell]

I’ve considered it, but ended up having Rhino lining sprayed into the bed.

[@paulmaass5092]

Based on your experience with the SE what are you thoughts on the pros/cons between the smooth finish vs the diamond finish? They sent me the non-smooth by mistake so I'm half looking for excuses to keep it versus having to wait for the exchange lol.

[@thekevincornell]

I didn’t even know they had a smooth, so I hopped on their site to check it out. Looks cool! Here’s my two cents: I really like the look of the diamondback and because it’s not perfectly smooth, if I get a small ding or scratch, I really won’t notice it. I love mine and don’t think I’d ever want a smooth one. Just my preference.

[@paulmaass5092]

@@thekevincornell Awesome input, thanks! Had the same thought about ability to camo incidental wear and tear. Thanks again and thanks for the great review

[@randymableson7882]

Try silicone spray or WD40 on the rubbers I use this on my vehicle door rubber in the winter for this reason.

[@scmiros]

Great video, Kevin! Does it or can you hear it rattle when you drive down the road? Seems like the locking mechanisms might clank around while driving.

[@thekevincornell]

Great question. The only time I notice it is when I have my rear sliding window open and hit a hefty bump. But nothing that I pay attention too regularly. I am a sound person, and the smallest vibrations drive me crazy. This doesn’t bother me at all.

[@scmiros]

@@thekevincornell I am the same with sounds & vibrations! Glad to hear it doesn't really bother you. Thanks for the quick reply.

[@BrianRox]

Price? Just curious i want to build my own one day. I did one before but the inside was wood sonit rotted so i have to remove it. Mostly Everything was free so i didnt lose much.

[@thekevincornell]

I think it was $1650.

[@prokofievchambers8603]

Wow! This is high praise indeed! Clearly a soy boy and NPR supporter. These people are usually Prius drivers. I am in complete agreement with him on this product.

[@mattroberts3487]

Lol 😂

[@chopers49]

Silicon!

[@joshuathomas6275]

Silicone spray for the gasket in the winter

[@thekevincornell]

Gonna try that this year. Still hunting the best solution.

[@joshuathomas6275]

@@thekevincornell worked like a charm for me. I sprayed it on a paper towel and gave the gaskets a wipe down

[@davidrecord3928]

So what happens when you have to haul tall items?

[@thekevincornell]

It depends. If they aren’t super heavy, I put them on the cover and strap them down. Or, sometimes I flip the back portion forward and strap it down. I’ve loved washers and dryers like this. Or, I unclamp the brackets and lift the whole thing off with my wife’s help and set it in the garage. It’s pretty easy and quick.

[@stephendoe303]

Hey, I noticed I have the same truck and spray truck bed as you. I havn't bought the diamondback cover yet but I do want one. My concern is where the locking rod is at the cab end of the cover. Did you have to drill a hole for the rod to go in or did it clear the spray cover? Cause I didn't know since there is a several inches on each corner that sticks out where the rod wouldn't be able to lock under the bed edge

[@thekevincornell]

Thanks for the question. No, I didn't have to drill anything at all. The rods actually hangs under the lip of the truck bed. Plus, there are hangers that are installed on the diamondback to get a good adjusted tight fit. Hope it helps. Consider subbing.

[@stephendoe303]

@@thekevincornell I'm sorry, what is subbing? What is that?

[@learningscienceisfun]

@@stephendoe303 subscribing to this KZbin channel.

[@designsbyhiroki]

how often did you have to resecure the claps or readjust the locking poles under the cover?

[@thekevincornell]

I’ve tightened the clamps a few times bc I’ve taken everything apart multiple times. The locking poles only twice. After the gasket sealed itself I applied more Force to to the cover to get a tighter seal. It holds pretty nicely.

[@ddiver7908]

is there a kickstarter for you so we can donate some cash for an external mic? thanks

[@thekevincornell]

I’m using a Rode Pro. Is the whole thing bad! I’ll admit, there are a few parts where I turn away from the mic and keep talking. I’ll work on it. Thanks for the feedback.

[@CaliAAA72]

SD or SE???

[@thekevincornell]

It’s SE. I may have said it wrong in the video by accident.

[@bobbyfanman1734]

Do you regret not getting the heavy duty version?

[@thekevincornell]

No, I haven’t needed the heavy duty version yet for any hauls. (Famous last words right!)

[@MarkLeonTanner]

Very quiet audio

[@Wayne-vb8bj]

Yes except when he's banging on the cover with his hand.

[@tuanlam5699]

How to order this cover

[@thekevincornell]

Missed this comment and apologize for the slow reply: Check out diamondbackcovers.com

[@tuanlam5699]

How much is it?

[@thekevincornell]

It was $1649 and purchased from Diamondbackcovers.com.

[@tuckermcneese239]

Great video, but SE not SD. Aluminum not Metal.

[@thekevincornell]

Doh...I did mess up on the SD part.

[@daviddoucet2220]

Aluminum is a metal. Non ferrous metal, you should google it...

[@skye7690]

what happened to the audio

[@gccooley]

Silicone Spray on the rubber

[@comment_below]

looks like it could be easier to crowbar off

[@Mrdosyd]

This is not very useful if your using your bed often

[@thekevincornell]

Agreed. What’s cool though is being able to pop off the cover when needed, or flipping it on top of itself and strapping it down when hauling something taller.

[@samwise9122]

SE*****

[@r.devine7244]

Dude really.... not buying your B.S review... so you had it for a year and the keys are stilled zip tied under front lid... daaaaaa.

[@thekevincornell]

Yep. It comes with two sets of keys.

[@davidseverson8653]

PBS shirt is a disqualification for anything to do with a manly truck