Tundra Solutions Forum - the best community to talk, mods, price, repair and research your Toyota! Luke from Truck Alterations made my decision easy with his knowledge on bed covers. The Retrax i believe is 10" x 10". I can agree with all said above but I hate the leaks. The canister on the retrax is a lot smaller than the roll-n-lock allowing the bed trunk to probably open up more. Roll-N-Lock LG221M Locking Retractable M-Series ... Retrax offers two upgraded versions of the RetraxONE MX, the RetraxONE XR and the PowertraxONE MX. I have it to a managable level now, but I wish I had gone with the retrax which handles the water better. The Roll-N-Lock appears to be a very good cover, so you should be well satisfied if this is the one you choose. But you pay for both.. So in closing, my Roll N Lock served me well for almost 10 years and I can't say one thing bad about it, I loved it. ROLL-N-LOCK® Heavy duty torsion spring automatically retracts the cover in seconds. I wasn’t too thrilled about the vinyl top. RETRAX No reel or spring. The Retrax (so far)is almost completely dry except when I use a high pressure car wash spray directly at the tailgate seal. This warranty is to the original owner and is non-transferable. "I don't want to change the world I just want to leave it colder", Aftermarket Add-On---W/H Sunroof, Retrax Bed Cover, Line-X, Kleen Wheels, Hellwig Rear Sway Bar,Weathertech Weatherflectors, Sylvania SilverStar Headlights, Whelen Strobe Lights,Hidden Hitch, Snakeeyes Back-up Camera, Under Cab Lights,VW Sidemarkers, UnderBed Rail Lights, Sirius Satellite, Bilstein 5100's, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada, tundrasolutions.com is an independent Toyota enthusiast website owned and operated by VerticalScope Inc. Roll-N-Lock M-Series is the most advanced retractable truck bed cover made, has redefined the rules for truck bed security. Had a roll n lock for a couple years. RetraxPRO vs GatorTrax MX Tonneau Cover Comparison. Cant go wrong with either the Roll N Lock or Retrax, both are quality units. The ones I mentioned retract on their own. His name comes up often on the 5th gen forum and all are positive. From its retractable function, which permits opening or closing in literally seconds, to its rigid, extruded aluminum construction, a Roll-N-Lock tonneau cover offers everything other tonneau covers do not. Operator must walk the length of the truck bed to open or close. JavaScript is disabled. I have missed the last 2 due to vacations. Founded in 1996, Retrax strives for excellence in design, development, and manufacturing in the retractable truck bed cover market. I don't think you can go wrong with any of these. I think Retrax is a much better cover and they stand behind their products. I've been waiting for a group buy for awhile. I ran a Roll-N-Lock on my 02 F150. Has anyone seen both the retrax and roll-n-lock in person? The Roll-N-Lock M-Series has a 3 year limited warranty. And I would highly recommend watching the video before installation as the instructions provided are pictures without text explanations and I could see them being confusing to someone who hasn't watched the video. I've had mine for over a year and am thoroughly satisfied. My main reason for going with the Roll-N-Lock is that the canister is 7.25" x 7.25". We sell a ton of the Retrax covers and our customers love them. Hope it helps! Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site by adding your own topics and posts, as well as connect with other members through your own private inbox! bejotok Portal Axles September 06th, 2019 - 15:03:49 Wood is put to good use among the mountain people. No issues with the vinyl fading or cracking but I park in the garage and only had it for a couple years. Roll-N-Lock® is the most rugged, versatile, and secure truck bed cover in the world. Roll-N-Lock vs. Rollbak Tonneau Covers. My only disappointment is that the roll n lock or Mopar bed divider made by roll and lock is not compatible due to clamp locations and how the bed divder has to install its own rails onto the factory bed utility group rails. I looked at Roll and Lock and Retrax. I see that you've got the M series, the A series and the E … Truck looks great and I like the cover. Both covers are made in the USA, and differences include finish type and warranties. Looking for affordable security in a retractable. I wasn’t too thrilled about the vinyl top. I have been searching for a replacement to my Extang Black Max. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. im a new convert, traded in my tahoe for my tundra dc and couldnt be happier. So the few inches of extra usable bed length and space under the canister is what sold me. I'm on my third Retrax cover. They may cost a bit more, but a Roll-N-Lock Tonneau Cover is an investment in the future of your truck. There are 4 of these clamps on each side. My second choice was the Pace Edwards Full Metal Jack Rabbit, but it's a bit more expensive than the Retrax. I would be interested in a group buy also. I guess I am just waiting for a one day sale on subscriptions. Post Reply. Our comparison will help you decide which cover will best fit … To me, after a LOT of research, these two covers are the best out there. I have been looking at Foldacover although the Paragon seems to be a bit more convient to remove and is priced approximatley the same. Cmerkert Ram Guru. This seems to have died off. Retrax vs. Roll-N-Lock Tonneau Covers. Thanks for joining us! Jump to Latest Follow 21 - 40 of 51 Posts. They fit above the bed utility rails. If you do I would be interested in the group buy. Though different products, the RetraxPRO and GatorTrax MX tonneau covers have many shared benefits. Age: 64 Posts: 1,150 I'd be interested in helping someone source vendors. You must log in or register to reply here. $1300ish plus a backrack/tonneau hardware. Tools and utensils, carriages, carts, blades and axle for waterwheels, homes, sheds, weaving gear, cuckoo clocks, are usually made of wood. Neither are what I would consider waterproof, especially compared to a hard tonneau cover. Joined Feb 16, 2019 Home / Portal Axles / Retrax Vs Roll N Lock. © Copyright 2019, 5thGenRams.com All Rights Reserved. The Retrax and I … Roll•N•Lock® | 1-800-952-7655 | www.rollnlock.com 3 Roll•N•Lock® M-Series™ vs. RetraxONE™ 9" 14" Retrax Universal no-drill clamps Roll•N•Lock® Application specifi c no-drill clamps Roll•N•Lock® Compact 7¼" housing depth leaves more room for storage Retrax 11½" housing depth Housing Depth Track Clamps Roll•N•Lock® I have been in contact with Luke from Truck Alterations and has given me info on my preferences. I have been on the fence for a long time on whether I should get one or not. Retrax One vs. Pace Edwards Jackrabbit. as a result of heavy objects sliding around the bed. I read all the reviews and comparison threads on here regarding the roll covers. The company expanded over the past two decades to efficiently create high-quality power/electric & manual hard retractable truck bed covers. Gator Covers GatorTrax Retractable Tonneau Cover. Retrax Vs Roll-n-lock. SPEED OF OPERATION ROLL-N-LOCK® Cargo Bumper prevents damage No cargo bumper or protective barrier. RETRAX tonneau covers can be latched or key locked in any position. 1; 2; 3; Next. Retrax Vs Roll N Lock. This design incorporates automotive grade weather strip to help keep water, snow, ice and dust out of the bed. Seems like a sturdy product. The Roll-N-Lock latches positively in four positions, including fully closed. I chose the Roll-N-Lock over the Retrax for the shorter depth from the back of the bed when the cover was opened. You are using an out of date browser. The quality of Retrax is far better than any brand cover I’ve used. I would buy another Retrax. Register a free account today to become a member! Founded in 1996, Retrax has been a well-known automotive accessories manufacturer due to its high standards of quality and versatility. colinb17, Oct 29, 2013 #6. I’ve had both covers, the first rolling cover was a Roll n Lock, it was ok. RETRAX ROLL-N-LOCK® Roll-N-Lock actually has a great installation video on their website for the cover. I preferred it over the retrax because I could set stuff on top and not worry about scratching the finish. I’ve had both covers, the first rolling cover was a Roll n Lock, it was ok. I tried a Retrax on my next truck and have had Retrax on my next three truck. He is knowledgeable, quick to respond and no games played with pricing. The Line-X place in Simi Valley is the closest one to Orange County that has the retrax bed cover. I know that the Roll N Lock makes a truck bed divider that is adjustable that is made specifically for their retractable tonneau cover and will accomplish that. I can't personally speak on the Retrax. Has anyone seen both the retrax and roll-n-lock in person? I also chose Retrax because of the quality and security. And I need more information. Roll-N-Lock makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship. About Roll-N-Lock Tonneau Covers . I didn't love how much space the Retrax Pro MX canister took up on the 5 1/2' bed. ($400?+/-) Apples to oranges in many ways Opinions? ... and had a Retrax Pro MX on my last truck. Had an issue with a small broken piece when shipment came in but they took care of it without any questions and had replacement parts shipped next day. The roll-n-lock is a solid product. Gator Covers is well known for its quality … Prev. Let us know if we can help. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I had it maybe 2 years before selling the truck. JavaScript is disabled. Is there still interest? We are not affiliated with FCA in any way and makes no claim regarding the accuracy of the information presented on this site. I didn't like how the clamps tighted, with no lock washers, the clamps made of aluminium and the rails requiring installation very high on the bed channel (left little "bite area" for the clamps). I do consider the "no drilling" advertising ploy by these vendors to be pretty strange as a couple sheet metal screws and/or nuts and bolts through the rails is very simple, and provides for a much better (and stronger) rail mounting system. Might be Interested in retrax group buy... thought i would bump this thread. We offer both brands and also offer great pricing on them! No complaints in that time. 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