Installation & Review / The Best Retractable ELECTRIC Truck Tonneau / Bed Cover By EGR RollTrac!

[@stevedemarest276]

That's a really solid high-quality cover but boy that installation is not for the faint of heart. Last cover you'll ever install on that truck.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

I went for the RetraxPro MX on my 22 Silverado refresh. It was easy to install, looks great, and no complicated wiring to install. I didn’t want to spend really $3000 USD for a cover. It works flawlessly. Couldn’t be happier and it was $1800 USD plus tax.

[@FastSS02]

I have the same cover and love it. They also have an XR version which has the T rail track for adding accessories. They have a power version too, but I didn't want the hassle of wiring and something else to go wrong/bad with the truck. This EGR one has WAY too many holes that need to be drilled!

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

@@FastSS02 the EGR is nice. Just too much complexity to install. The other thing I don’t like is drilling holes in my truck. If you ever decide to change the cover, you’re stuck with holes.

[@davidshuberg5427]

Plus no holes, tape and silicone!! Too much chopping for me!

[@thwyld1]

The RetraxPro leaks! I have it and am tired of everything in my bed being soaked every time it storms. My truck is kept outside and we get a lot over overnight rain. I have to unload the bed every night to keep all my gear dry. Other than that, the RetraxPro is a well made cover.

[@FastSS02]

@@thwyld1 you didn't install it right then

[@James-Orr]

Thats a heck of a bed cover! Nice work on installation!

[@Donslife]

Thank you! It is not really difficult. Just follow the steps and have the right tools

[@curtisreed2850]

Great video. I have the exact same cover on Raptor R and I love it! I ran it through the carwash and I have wash my truck and I did not get any water in the bed until I open the tailgate.

[@seyouma722]

I install an electric tonneau cover in my 2021 GMC 3500, 8 ft bed. Drilled only two holes in the front for drainage and used the exiting holes at the rear (rubber grommets at the top for additional rail drainage and routed the tubing behind the rear stop light assembly. Electrical routing was easy around the driver frame rail. Bluetooth control box was attached on the cover body using the electrical connectors at the cover box on the drivers side. Easy pessy! No torquing to spec, tight is tight.

[@GnarlsDarwin]

Damn. That's a lot of work. It looks great!!

[@catinapond]

Quite an extensive install. Looks Great 👍.. thx for sharing video..

[@joshraines]

Nice clean install Don! Actually just installed a Gator FX3 yesterday on my box!

[@ronniehowdyshell1668]

I have a 10 year old roll and lock that still works flawlessly it come with a LED light and extra light button on remote

[@gk9417]

Beautiful cover Will have to see how it holds up in winter 🙏 If it passes the Don test maybe my next truck I’ll get one Thanks Don another get video ✌️👍💰🇨🇦

[@Donslife]

I am happy to test it out.

[@6thstringtender]

I wonder how the buttons etc will hold up in the winter with snow and ice built up on it

[@Donslife]

We’ll winter test soon enough. Probably be freezing by October here

[@pfalz4369]

That is great product and u definitely made that look easy ! 👍

[@Donslife]

Thanks 👍

[@terry9058]

Great video and impressive install! Thanks for sharing.

[@Donslife]

Thanks for watching!

[@alp3781]

As I am looking for a new, first time ever, pickup truck, this cover really looks good on the truck. I need to see one installed. My concern is the electric mechanism and it's size. I am not a contractor or use it for a business. But still, it takes some real estate. Second, the drilling part for someone who has never done this before and I am pretty handy, not sure. One mistake and you are screwed. This thing is not cheap + possibly installed by a shop. I have to see one working. BTW....I have the same T. Wrench, 2 sizes. Great tool. Use it on my Goldwing all the time. Thank you for this good video.

[@4961Studebaker]

Quality looking cover for sure. And good choice on the remote door opener cover too!

[@salironman]

the pace edwards electric bed cover is pretty nice to with the aluminum cover with vinal overlay on top

[@Donslife]

Cool!

[@waylashgaming318]

Some great mods for your GMC. Just bought my Sierra SLT, your vids give me motivation for some mods :)

[@Donslife]

Right on!

[@travisgrow4713]

I like the big roll bar look

[@zw1810]

The cover looks extremely nice but couldn’t they figure out a way to mount it without drilling all the holes in the bed?

[@michaelpanacheese604]

Looks great. Better than most bed covers. What you think about winter?

[@Overpar73]

That box cover is really, really nice!

[@Donslife]

Love it so far

[@mattbrew11]

They just sent me one to try on my diesel gladiator on 42s im excited

[@Donslife]

Epic!

[@Synwright]

Been waiting for this video! I know this must have taken a while to put together, but thank you! It looks/works great!🎉 Your videos are so detailed and well explained. That is truly the best cover I've seen. The cab looks great too. Love how the family pitched in to help. I'd bet if you had a diesel there would not be as much room as with that 6.2, can see all the way to the floor. Love ❤ the gas trucks! Oh and the sound of your truck is impressive. The little things in life make every day bearable. Love your stuff. ✌️out.

[@at695mb]

how does it by keeping water out of multi-pro tailgate?

[@mikeboyle9804]

I have been doing my research as I have a 2024 Sierra Crew Cab with a standard bed on order. I went to a dealer this morning and they informed me that EGR will not have this cover for a standard bed until sometime in the second quarter of 2024 this a bummer because this is the one I decided to get

[@Donslife]

Maybe I can persuade them to hurry it up 😂

[@prowlman]

I have a 2021 Carbon pro that they didn't have a way of mounting something like this without some very expensive mounts. Curious if this now works on that bed.

[@Donslife]

I suggest contacting them to find out

[@megandonahue6832]

Any update? How has it held up? Has it leaked? Any freezing issues in winter?

[@Donslife]

I have made subsequent videos and shorts. It is hands-down my favorite cover to date. Yes it can freeze (if cold enough) after driving home from the car wash. I have experienced it. But if it is just cold weather or some snow, it still operates.

[@Larrybeaver-hl3ch]

That is a cool set up.

[@MrHelipilot]

The drain hose flick 😂

[@Donslife]

It’s the little things…

[@EdwardRobertson-v7g]

Don I purchase one of these for my GMC 2024 1500 Denali, I started my installation and when I got to putting on the mounting rails, I could not get the left side on because of the assist handle. I contacted customer service. I was told I had to remove the handle mount the rail then put the handle back. Needless to say the rail covers the top two mounting holes. I notice in your video you did not remove your handle to put the rail in place. I have talk to them three times, how do I get the correct rail? Do you have a contact I can call? I toll them I would take it to a machine shop and have it modify, they say it would void my warranty. Can you help me?

[@Donslife]

I don’t have a specific contact but my rail has a notch for the handle but does cover a bolt. I don’t know what’s changed from my rail to yours. I can send you some detailed photos if you like via email or instagram direct message. Then you can use my photos to help resolve with EGR

[@ramonkey2939]

This is pretty cool I just bought a new Chevy and need a secure tonneau cover

[@Donslife]

They have a non electric version too

[@Hunter__14]

Awesome install, brotha. Does this come with a remote.

[@Donslife]

There is supposed one coming out for it. I don’t know much about it

[@abrams_60]

I'm back! Got my cover and started the install. Apologies for the wall of text/questions. I'm currently on electrical: Did you have to remove your battery to cut that nipple from the firewall plug and pass through your wiring the first time? In the video you already had that aux wiring as a guide but there's no way I can get my hands/arms in there from what I can tell. Their video looks like they completely removed the battery, but wasn't sure if that was just to get a clearer shot of that step or if it was necessary. And then, for passing through the wire, did you use the old "coat hanger" trick the first time? Finally, I removed some of that sound deadening from the passenger side under the glove box, but I'm a big guy and can't see the other side of that plug the wires will come through--there's also a lot of electrical in the way from what I can tell. Any hints about getting it through or seeing it? Same with going from the passenger side to the driver side at the front of the console, any hints? Finally, did you go above or behind your brake pedal with the wiring? It looks like I have to go in front of it, but wasn't sure if I should leave enough slack in case I ever have to remove the brake pedal. I noticed in their install video, they completely removed the brake pedal from the truck.

[@abrams_60]

Figured out some of my issues. 2024s are different than 2023s. There's a computer in front of the firewall opening, and the rubber plug is different as well. Now I just have to deal with the wiring.

[@krazy1sinner]

Don I installed one of these on my 2021 Sierra AT4. When I unlock my truck from the drivers door “single click” the bed opens. Doesn’t do it with any other door. Any ideas?

[@BZ1340]

I’d like to see an update when it gets -30 outside and the truck has sat outside overnight.

[@Donslife]

I look forward to doing those tests

[@BZ1340]

@@Donslife I can see your thinking not having the box led’s. I installed my own strips down the undersides and under the front lip

[@dbsmithy]

Nice cover. They don’t make it for my F350 Super Duty with 8 foot bed. It would be nice if it could hooked up to upfitter switches too.

[@partriotsfight5039]

I wish they made one for a 2024 tundra

[@andrewski6563]

Will it work well if it's wet/snowy and below freezing? Seems like the joints and rails might freeze up.

[@Donslife]

I guess we’ll see…

[@Donslife]

Using it wet has been fine so far.

[@andrewski6563]

It looks like a great cover. I live in Minnesota, so the cold can make things difficult. If it works well for you, I might have to try one on my next truck!

[@shawnizin]

My only complaint and it really isn't one is why no open with remote. Like hit unlock button n a sequence to open it without those buttons. I like the buttons & it using the remote/unlock&lock button.

[@Donslife]

That feature is supposedly coming…

[@abrams_60]

Hey Don, I didn't see it in the video, but can you measure how much space the cannister takes up in the bed? I'm wondering how much room I have under it for storage box height. Thanks, and great video.

[@Donslife]

I am out of the city for work this week. When I get home I can measure the floor to bottom of the canister for you

[@abrams_60]

@@Donslife Thanks, and no rush at all. Still doing a lot of research about what I'm doing with bed racks and bed gear. Oh, while I'm thinking about it, could you also measure bottom of the bed to the cover? Looking at fridge/bed slide combos as well and I can't find any measurements anywhere. Hope you had a good trip.

[@Donslife]

15 1/4” below the canister. 22 3/8” from the bed floor to the seals on the cover.

[@abrams_60]

Thank you. Just rewatched the video and saw the second measurement. My bad. Appreciate the cannister measurement.

[@ChrisDIYerOklahoma]

Nice job and cover. Curious if it cuts down road noise?

[@Texas_G_Longhorns]

good question

[@curtisreed2850]

I have no road noise with mine at all.

[@jessejoiner9767]

Will it work manually if battery goes dead

[@Donslife]

Yes. I cover it in the video. There is a release lever on the motor side.

[@jimprovencher6031]

Good video would be curious about winter use w good rain storm and then cold Temps if it would freeze up?

[@Donslife]

I will share my experience when winter comes. Heavy rainfalls have been just fine for the 3 or 4 we've had since I have installed it.

[@markmanning5683]

What Inch Pound Torque Wench are you using? Thanks...

[@Donslife]

2.21 ft lb to 44.25 ft lb. 3/8 socket

[@CSltz]

I think that I'll just stay with the standard manual Rol n lol. Your only going to open it when your outside anyway. And if you need to close it. Your out again. Has anyone ever done one on security? I mean really trying to get in. The only one I have seen close would again be for the Rol n Loc.

[@Donslife]

Okay

[@CSltz]

@@Donslife Don I reread what I sent you. I’m surprised that you could decipher that message. I’ve got to quit texting at 3:00 in the morning. What I meant was Roll n lock Was the only one I had seen where it’s closed. And then they see how hard and how much noise is made getting the lock open. As far as the comparison with the other. I was thinking about adjusting the sliding top for something to tall or a fifth wheel trailer your still outside checking on the distance. And also when you leave the store in the first place. You are there to put the stuff in anyway.I hope that I did better with the Email that I tried to send about the puddle lights. I really need them more.👍 Again thanks.

[@Donslife]

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[@ricklorenzo4074]

Great video! Can you send me link for that digital torque wrench

[@Donslife]

Thanks, I bought mine from Canadian Amazon, but this on looks identical in the US : amzn.to/42iyiBQ

[@edwardspradlin6030]

I just bought one for my 24 Silverado Ltz. Do you have e a link for EGR bed lights? I can't find them on the website. Thanks

[@billyfutch1473]

How much weight can the cover support?

[@Donslife]

Depends how you were to distribute the weight. Here are the specs : egrusa.com/products/tonneau-cover/963

[@billyfutch1473]

@@Donslife yea, doesn’t really tell you anything.

[@jonezmusicgroup]

Dude… GMC just called and told me the 24’ Denali i just bought is cleaned & ready for pickup. I thought it should’ve had a retractable cover on it already but it doesn’t. You’ve got me wondering if I should just buy one and install it myself or pay them $3,500… 🤔 I “THINK” I should just follow your vid & use the saved $1,500 for something else.

[@Donslife]

Between my video and EGR’s instructions…anything is possible

[@jonezmusicgroup]

I’m going for it! Thanks for being brave enough to try it and post it for everyone else.

[@Donslife]

@@jonezmusicgroup happy to help. Don’t forget to use my code if you can 😊 Either way, thanks for watching the video

[@Sagej4040]

Ok…. What torque wrench is that?

[@Donslife]

Amazon special Leolee 😂

[@Donslife]

3/8”

[@codymac5950]

Hey Don, how do think that cover is going to hold up once it gets cold? I live in NE British Columbia, and I previously had a Revolver cover from Bak and when it got cold the mechanisms to lock the cover down would freeze up and then it wouldn't work properly. I eventually figured out a solution that helped to alleviate those frustrations. With that EGR cover I was curious if you think the tracks might be susceptible to freezing up ?

[@Donslife]

I am anxious to learn. I will share what my findings are

[@ServantTech]

Great video, thanks. This is one of the best-looking retractables on the market. I'm very close to pulling the trigger on one of these, but limited info on the web has me cautious. Do you have any additional impressions or cautions now that you've had this cover installed for a few months? Security/watet resistance/ functionality/ etc? Thanks in advance.

[@Donslife]

I am still super happy with it. No regrets. I am curious what my severe winters will be like though

[@ServantTech]

That's great to hear. I appreciate your response. Thanks.

[@sierracat]

How does this cover perform in the winter in sub-zero temps, freezing rain or a thaw and then a freeze? That will be the true tell. I have the roll top tuxedo aluminum tonneau and it freezes up in the winter in these type of conditions, I suspect this one will behave the same.

[@Donslife]

Stick around and we’ll be doing some severe winter testing on the channel

[@kimswang8018]

Great Video, and it looks to be a great product. But I emailed EGR and this cover is not available until March/April they say, which experience has shown me that really means May. Any idea why its not available?

[@Donslife]

What model of truck do you have?

[@kimswang8018]

2022 GMC Denali 2500 short bed.

[@Donslife]

They are working on the 2500’s amongst others

[@shanescarlife]

Looks great! Installation wasn't difficult, either

[@Donslife]

Not too bad. Lots of room for protected car parts from modfind 😊

[@shanescarlife]

@@Donslife I love the way you think! #modfindit

[@danh8354]

Really nice bed cover, but they only do short beds apparently.

[@Donslife]

For now. Longer ones are on the way

[@Texas_G_Longhorns]

Jesus I just ordered mine..... I need to stop watching this channel, my wife is getting annoyed.....lol! Awesome video!!

[@Donslife]

Don’t blame me 😂

[@ElmoTheRed]

I never heard of it kept the water out. With all those drains and weather sealing I would hope some.

[@Donslife]

It did

[@_____mh]

I think the multipro tailgate by itself is kind of sus on being waterproof since I can see the bed lights through the cracks of it but this cover looks much better sealed than my LO-MAX tri fold.

[@Donslife]

The top of the multipro tailgate I am sure will let water in unless I buy a kit for sealing it. I will make a video or short another day with some water tests. Average rainfall has been a successful test so far.

[@curtisreed2850]

It actually does.

[@davidcarter3053]

How water tight was the cover? Did you put a camera in the bed while raining? Maybe I missed it?

[@netarichie]

My Denali 2023 looks identical to yours and I thought I was making look unique with the 2 tone 😂😂😂

[@Donslife]

Oops! 😂

[@TylerJarvis-f3n]

What’s up big man. I see it’s been 7 months since you have uploaded this video. How has it been for ya so far? I’d be installing it on a 22 F150 and one of the major things I like about them is opening/closing with the unlock/lock buttons but I’m not sure if that’s a GM only thing.

[@Donslife]

It has been good. In -40 with built up ice. It is unlikely to open with the motor that cold. Worst case scenario, the motor can be bypassed for manual opening and closing too. As for the opening with unlock commands, they have it for ford too.

[@TylerJarvis-f3n]

@@Donslife I gotcha. Yeah I’m down here in GA so I don’t have to worry about the ice lol. I couldn’t imagine -40 😅

[@_____mh]

No discount code?! Not cool EGR... That bed cover is slick though. And I'm already going soft on the 🌫️ 🔦's... after getting the ditch lights and light bar on the way seems unnecessary to upgrade factory fogs 🤷🏼‍♂️ (still WANT them obviously). Now I'm gonna be hoping for the recon LED tails video! We both still need the amp research electric running boards also... Just saying

[@willberry8673]

Fantastic

[@Donslife]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gregbarrera377]

Nice cover , great install video. But way to many holes, big ones too😮

[@Donslife]

Luckily rubber grommets can seal up the new holes just fine if the cover is ever taken off. I made sure.

[@gregbarrera377]

@@Donslife that’s great! I looked and it doesn’t look like they make it for the f250. I was going to pull the trigger, definitely the best I’ve seen so far.

[@mashabenson8961]

Crazy that for the amount of money you’re paying for the cover, you have to completely build it yourself 😅 or if you take it to a professional, it’s a heck of a chunk of money for install.

[@BA-pg4od]

A horizontal garage door for your truck bed.

[@Donslife]

But quieter 😂

[@ELEVOPR]

For the price of a used car, you to can have one of these 😂. Looks good and sturdy. not sure I would pay that much for it, but I am sure there are thousands out there willing to.

[@kevinashleylewis]

I think I've rebuilt engines that were less complicated than this install.

[@Donslife]

😂

[@218klove]

Nice

[@iviopp]

15:05 mark …. Don might not stand on it, but the EGR site seems to Brag about the cover by show a 1:44 minute video. 0:37 seconds in a 300 lb Gunther pushes the envelope. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWbdhp6hnMaYasksi=8OhsJhM9pEiLJ2wM

[@97JoMiller]

man, I'd LOVE to have this but for 3,000 dollars, I'll stick to my 3 piece cover that just flips up and around... It's super nice but too rich for my blood for sure.

[@RobVarley]

No 6.5ft bed option!!

[@teop7887]

...then you look up the price

[@qwkartist]

Hell no. Lost me and drilling

[@Donslife]

Not a project for everyone

[@MikeBMW]

Yep! One of the best installs I did on my Silverdo! I went with GatorTrax but either that or this would be great! Nice thing about the GatorTrax is no drilling was involved. The bed light is a bonus. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHrRfZmLZ5ulo6M Nice vid, Don!

[@brandonbouley5480]

So much work for a tonneau cover 😂

[@_____mh]

No, a faded vinyl *tonneau cover* has button snaps....

[@charleswoods4830]

I stop watching videos when people say you have to stick around to the end to find something it’s a Videos good I will subscribe and watch the entire video I see there’s no different than horrible Clickbait

[@Donslife]

Okay, I don’t feel the statement was clickbait. In my opinion the cover needed to be installed to fully describe the features.

[@koalafan1576]

It’s definitely nice but I would not say it’s the best tonneau cover.

[@Daniel-z2j2v]

You have to sponsored to be able to put one of these on. Way to expensive cheaper to hire a guy from Home Depot to flip mine over.

[@Donslife]

Some people want these upgrades and they do have non-electric versions that will give you all of the same benefits for a lower cost.

[@johnmason803]

That’s way too much drilling for my taste

[@tanknyc123]

Not for 3k too much

[@Donslife]

They are a premium product for a premium price

[@robertm2172]

Sorry anything that sticks above factory bed caps is just cheesy

[@Donslife]

Sometimes a necessity if you are adding functional racks or accessories to be secure over the bed

[@KrustyKlown]

Seems OVERLY Complicated, and moves much slower than a cover that manually rolls up for 1/2 the price.

[@Donslife]

I’m loving it. No more flipping or sliding. Just press a button and it seals up - Locked. It is one of the most expensive covers out there though

[@rvduo8128]

This guy has a 3 foot bed and takes up a foot of it with some gadgety cover that will fail in less than a year.

[@Donslife]

5’8” to be exact and I have another truck with a 6ft box and a 12ft enclosed tandem cargo trailer so I’ll be alright

[@Mike-sl1wd]

Nope

[@Donslife]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Upracefan]

Junk, shouldn’t have to drill anything. Guaranteed to rust where drilled.

[@Donslife]

Harsh 😊

[@Duke93720]

Tonneau covers suck in general. You're just adding another point of failure.

[@Donslife]

I have had 6 trucks with them over the years and always preferred having one vs not. I don’t think I’m alone especially when hauling things of value

[@topgun5399]

Ya il pass the idea it does not totally open the whole bed not to mention drilling holes in my new truck for drainage turns me right off. I refuse to drill holes adds to leaking problems down the rode. Not to mention the electronics to open and close this I can just see more problems. Cool but not necessary. I can see this not working in the northeast or any snowbelt down the road. Thanks but no thanks. I can amagine the cost for this baby. Il stick to a hard shell manual mode with pre installed drained hoses into the already holes in my bed. That's what I installed in my Dakota. But to each there own.