Tacoma TRD Pro Gator🐊 Tonneau Install

Adding this truck bed cover is easy, looks good and gives the bed dry protection, and is super affordable.
WHAT??????! Only 219$?
Gator Covers Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover for 2016-2018 Toyota Tacoma 5 FT Bed Tailgate Seal Included 59409 www.amazon.com...
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• Relax - Peyruis

[@dougp8890]

Yep these covers are great!!!! I've had a few of those really expensive ones and they all had issues from leaking at the hinges to clamps breaking. I can def say that these cheap trifolds are the best. I take mine thru the carwash all the time and the only spot that's a little wet is by the tailgate like you mentioned. I don't carry anything valuable in my bed so this cover suites me fine. I'll never piss my money away on those expensive covers again.

[@michalp2362]

Is it noisy due to the flapping in the wind?

[@JLeeChron]

Not at all IMO

[@Omach-lm8ls]

Can you use rail system with this cover?

[@JLeeChron]

Michael Algieri yes, the cover attaches using the rail system. The factory “screw on” attachment points can be moved around and used also.

[@alexvanegas2972]

thank J.Lee just got cover today , you made look easy can't wait to se hoe it look on my silver Tacoma.

[@kaycee310toysandcollectibl9]

Do I need to install those two small foam Pieces on the front side of the bed ? Cause I don’t have a t30 power tool. I think the seal just helps to keep water from getting in.? If that’s the case then I don’t really need the foam pieces. Thanks for any replies.

[@JLeeChron]

Kaycee 310 Toys and collectibles you don’t have to. May be a little leakage but it will mount nonetheless. And friend, you have a genuine Tacoma, the T30 drive is a $3 trip to the Lowes store 😂 You will be alright either way! Thanks kind regards

[@kaycee310toysandcollectibl9]

J Lee Chronicles thanks 🙏 I tried buying a t30 screw driver but that thing is jammed tight. So I returned the t 30 screw driver lol. My dad had tools but he’s old school and don’t know if he has it in hand. I may have to just install it without the foam pieces. I feel a lot more at ease with your advice 👍. Thanks a bunch. I may need power tools or above average strength to manually remove those bolts haha.

[@mikem04rubi]

I just got the Gator SFX (maybe a newer one) for my Taco. But did you not do the tailgate seal????

[@JLeeChron]

I didn’t bother with it

[@rz5401]

Hey man is the cover water proof?

[@JLeeChron]

rolan person its tight. I’d not hesitate to put luggage back there. After a car wash spray, a bit of water can be seen near tailgate. Im happy with it keeping contents dry, no major water intrusion at all. Thanks

[@sdichampion]

I had to add extra rubber weatherstripping to make it tighter

[@mwarfel95]

Does it leak very much? And where? I just ordered one and am curious on just how waterproof it really is.

[@JLeeChron]

mwarfel95 there is slight water intrusion towards rear corners...in heavy downpours is all though. Not bad at all

[@mwarfel95]

J Lee Chronicles The tailgate end?

[@brodykent876]

@@mwarfel95 yes, he means near the tailgate

[@mikem04rubi]

I didn’t see you install the tailgate seal?

[@zonloe3268]

Can you still use the factory bed cleats with the cover installed??

[@JLeeChron]

Yep! Used them as tie downs all the time

[@laramie_1944]

Do you remember the model number? Thanks.

[@JLeeChron]

It should be readily available on their website is still available

[@laramie_1944]

@@JLeeChron thanks…I thought maybe knowing what the model number will be easier to find.

[@timothyalvarado5315]

Do you like the Tacoma better than the Chevy ZR2?

[@JLeeChron]

January Fires -tough one. Thanks for asking, they both have their strong points, feel more confident with the Pro, (perceived dependability reliability/resale). Enjoy the Toyota quality, its a great Truck. But the ZR2 has the sporty ride, better power and comfort. Sorry, I cant say one is positively better. The Raptor is better though! But then you give up size /parking.... can’t win:) ...but maybe the Ranger Raptor soon??

[@migueltapia3310]

Does this also fit a 2013 tacoma?

[@JLeeChron]

Yes they make them for 2013’s