Trucks & Trailers - Tonneau Covers?

I have a 2012 Silverado Crew Cab and was thinking of getting a Tonneau Cover. I like the looks of the Ranch Sport Wrap Painted Lids as they are flat and not domed. Hate the dome look. Also the Undercover Tops look simple and easy to take on and off. Anyone have either of these?

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/Bama96/sportwrap_390x250.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk121/Bama96/Undercover_Classic_390x250.jpg

I have the Ranch Legacy model that came with my truck. My previous truck had an ARE cover.

The latching hardware, including the center pushbutton and lock is not as robust as the ARE latch. The Ranch center latch has two light gauge wire leading from the center push button to the spring loaded latches on the corners. ARE has a lever handle in the middle which is connected to two 3/8" metal bars leading to the corners.

I often have to individually push down on the two rear corners to get the spring latch to catch. I also had to re-glue the rubber seal on the cover itself after about a year with some gorilla glue as it fell off on the left rear half.

Not sure if ARE has a cover in the look you want but they are definitely a better cover.

I have the roll up tonneau cover cause I can still use my truck, Those other solid tops you can't haul anything besides it takes seconds to make room in your bed

I've had an Undercover tonneau for three years. Works fine for me. Not as fancy as the fiberglass models, but it's not as heavy either. Simple effective design if you don't mind the utilitarian look.I remove and reinstall mine alone whenever necessary. The secret to not scratching up your truck is to tie the hinges up to keep them from opening when you pick up the cover. Another trick is to lay on your back in the bed under the cover with the tailgate down. Lift the cover with your leg so you have your hands free to remove/reinstall the supports. I also use my legs to lift and slide it toward the tailgate. When it's about 1/3 of the way off I slide out of the bed and stand the cover on the rear edge. Then all you do is carry it away using the ridges on the underside as handholds. Those ridges make the Undercover very sturdy. I was able to stand on the cover to wash the roof when I weighed 280 pounds three years ago(I'm down to 228 now :))

I had a rollup, but if you don't use the bed of your truck, the fiberglass does look nice.

don't have any personal experience with these, but they look nice

http://bakfliptonneaucover.com/bakflip_f1

I have a bakflip from my 2009 Silverado Crew Cab I sold a few months ago. Used for two years, great shape. PM me if interested.

Thanks for the replies. I like the idea of a lightweight removable. That what has drawn me to the Undercover. Have two small children and need more storage space when we travel.

I sell them for a living.

Was a Ranch dealer. OK, but no good in the long run.
ARE Dealer for 21 years. Look at the LT Series for a flat fiberglass.
Access soft covers can't be beat.
Bakflip is a nice foldable flat cover when properly installed.

I'm looking for a tonneau cover too, thanks for the heads up on the Ranch. Can you pm me a price on a painted fiberglass for a 2012 F150?

I sell them for a living.

Was a Ranch dealer. OK, but no good in the long run.
ARE Dealer for 21 years. Look at the LT Series for a flat fiberglass.
Access soft covers can't be beat.
Bakflip is a nice foldable flat cover when properly installed.

Are the Access or BAK water tight?

Are the Access or BAK water tight?

With the exception of the fiberglass covers, I can't say they are water tight. If installed correctly, there shouldn't be much of an issue.

If you order a Ford Branded folding cover, it is actually a Bak Flip. That tells me it is of good quality since it has to pass Ford standards.

With the Access or LiteRider cover, as long as the installer adds extra foam seal to the truck bulkhead, there should be little to no leaking. Mine does not leak anywhere except when I go through a carwash.

Rollnlock - you'll never go back.

Doesn't the roll lock burn bed space? I know they are super convenient but space is a premium.

Im on my second ARE fiberglass cover. They are watertight and look great but it is heavy. Had one on my 6.0 and now my 6.7.

Roll-n-Lock is good. I also like the RETRAX. I just think it performs better.

I had a soft cover I really liked...when I over across the country I upgraded to a used full topper...I've enjoyed that too..kinda like getting a new truck...with the change in looks.

The soft cover kept it quite dry inside and could be off in minutes...Security is the only issue....

Undercover is the best money I have ever spent on a vehicle, period. You won't find a cover that is strong enough to stand on but light enough to take off by yourself when you need the full bed.

I have an Undercover Flex on mine. I have also had a Fold a Cover, Undercover, and a Bak rollback.

I think the folding covers offer the most versatility.

The roll back was nice but took up too much space.

The undercover was the most weatherproof. I did not like the fact you need to lift it to open your tailgate. That was a pain to me. I like to be able to open and close my tailgate without messing with a cover.

The fold a cover was probably my favorite as the front hinge opened giving you easy access to the front of your bed.

Another option, this is my old one. If you want a toolbox IMO this is the only way to go. I have one on my f250 longbed also just no pics of it.
http://i631.photobucket.com/albums/uu39/pattonc222/tn2-2.jpg
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Bolt on no drilling, can be fully removed in about 3-5 minutes. Bought from S&M Truckworld in clearwater,fl.

I have an ARE cover that is as old as my truck and is great quality. Not sure about the newer ones but one reason they are not flat is they try to match the design of the hood....so I was told. I love mine when I need it but yes...I did lose my truck. Don't haul much anymore but is perfect for traveling with the boat. Originally had ideas of a simple hoist system in the garage for easy r&r but never got around to it...

I have a tri-folding one on my 1500. Works mint, easy to remove, CHEAP!

Here is one just like mine 220 buck

http://www.ebay.com/itm/04-12-2012-Chevy-GMC-Colorado-Canyon-CrewCab-5-S-B-Tri-fold-Tonneau-Bed-Cover-/180823108979?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3AChevrolet&hash=item2a19e5ad73&vxp=mtr

had a undercover for 6 yrs. easy to remove, looks good,very strong, fair priced.just bought another for a 2012 tacoma.