Tonneau cover AND utility rack for kayaks
08-22-2016, 05:33 PM
#11
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How easy is the MX4 to operate? How easy is it to remove? Are the tracks at risk for damage if the cover is removed/retracted?
08-22-2016, 06:44 PM
#13
Removal is easy, no tools required. I think the tracks would be fine but I'm guessing that running that way was not intended. I would not want to take it off and put back on frequently. I spent a bit of time fiddling with the perfect position for the cover so that it was aligned left to right as well as front to back. Maybe you could mark some reference points but again, I don't think this cover is intended to be frequently removed/installed.
Retracted, absolutely no issues and it is designed for driving while retracted if desired.
Tony
08-22-2016, 08:25 PM
#14
2B,
I have been researching this for awhile.......take a look at Tracrac........it is the commercial side of Thule, a little pricey, but very nice! Rather than use brackets, there is a track mounted to the stake pocket holes and the uprights mount to this......it will work with the revolver x2 tonneau......there are a couple of other options I found, I will dig up the info and post later if anyone is interested.....
Mike
I have been researching this for awhile.......take a look at Tracrac........it is the commercial side of Thule, a little pricey, but very nice! Rather than use brackets, there is a track mounted to the stake pocket holes and the uprights mount to this......it will work with the revolver x2 tonneau......there are a couple of other options I found, I will dig up the info and post later if anyone is interested.....
Mike
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2B1Ask1 (08-22-2016)
08-23-2016, 09:24 AM
#15
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It is attached to the rails with 4 bolts, so you can remove it easily in a minute or two.
08-23-2016, 01:50 PM
#16
THere's been a lot of discussion on this already: https://www.f150forum.com/f118/carry...y-15-a-312150/
I'm using the Harbor Freight Bed Extender http://www.harborfreight.com/truck-b...der-69650.html with a generic strap-on cross bar over the cab for a 70lb canoe.
This setup works with ANY tonneau cover.
I'm using the Harbor Freight Bed Extender http://www.harborfreight.com/truck-b...der-69650.html with a generic strap-on cross bar over the cab for a 70lb canoe.
This setup works with ANY tonneau cover.
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08-24-2016, 03:22 AM
#17
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I went with the MX4 also and I have been trying to figure out the best solution for this myself but have pretty much given up. Think I am going to have to end up going to the roof rack. I spent a lot of time on google images and have seen some nice setups, but the way our bed rail caps are laid out doesn't make anything very feasible. 1st off the ridged channels running the length of the bed are different widths from front to back, and if you decide to cut through it to expose the front stake pockets (on the 5.5 ft bed), you have to cut through said channel halfway into the pocket, so whatever you are mounting in there ends up not sitting flush. If I had a flat bed rail cap I would just mount a couple of flush mount rails to it and set a rack up over the cover.
08-24-2016, 05:19 AM
#18
We recently purchased a 2016 XLT Super Crew Sport model. We have thought hard about the type of tonneau cover we want/need and have narrowed it down to the BAKFlip MX4 or Revolver X2. So, the issue is, not only do we want/need to be able to transport stuff in the bed of the truck securely (hence the choice of tonneau), we also want to be able to carry some kayaks with us too. Does anyone have any recommendations for racking options for the kayaks that will also work with the tonneau cover engaged? Most rack options for the bed (would prefer to stay away from the roof unless I have to) seem to require bracketing which would interfere with the tonneau frame. Thanks in advance for your comments.
I then just use Thule kayak mounts attached to the racks. Works great and is super secure.
08-24-2016, 05:21 AM
#19
I have a system that works great for a10' and a 12' kayak. I have the Truxedo Ali-pro tonneau along with an Adarac rack. https://www.realtruck.com/adarac-tru...FQiLaQod0BMHIw I then just use Thule kayak mounts attached to the racks. Works great and is super secure.
