Are fiberglass tonneau covers worth the money for a pickup truck
Posted By admin in AutoFiberglass tonneau covers are the most sought after covers in the market because no other material is as secure, resilient, convenient to use, stylish and adds as much value to your truck as fiberglass. This hard tonneau cover is not cheap so in buying the best, as a cheap one is, quite frankly, a waste of money.
There are a lot of advantages in getting a fiberglass tonneau cover. First off, these covers look fantastic when fitted in the truck bed. It takes on a lustrous finish once painted like no other giving it a perfect match to your truck’s color. No rippling or flapping about on every bed cover specially when driving along the highway. Despite its weight, fiberglass tonneau covers are often easier to open and close than vinyl thanks to the gas hydraulic struts fitted to it. Once opened, the struts keep the lid open so you have two hands free to put stuff in and out of the truck bed.
Different brands of fiberglass covers are available on the market today. One example are the LXS tonneau which features carpeted interior, scissor hinges, and a patented palm handle system with either a wired electric lock or a Sol-A-Ray solar powered lock. Another is the TopUp series that features an ingenious scissor hinged system that allows the lid to be raised and lowered vertically all with the touch of a button.
Gaylord tonneau cover comes with lift assist hinges, carpeted interior, emergency interior release, double neoprene seals and optional extras like remote control key lock and a ‘Speedsturr’ wing. For a sporty look one craves, Gaylord X-2000 is the best because it features a lustrous paint finish and sleek styling that complements any truck. Lastly, the Gaylord Butterfly cover which is a unique fiberglass cover hinged along the center of the truck bed giving access from either side of the truck with its 2 “pop-up” T-handles keeping the appearance sleek while the automotive slam latch system makes the cover tough.
Once these covers are installed, you must do extra measures to maintain your cover. You must check the clamps for tightness after driving with the cover in place for about a week. If the bed cover remains tight, check it semi-annually. The sliding windows and track level must be kept clean and free from dirt and debris, one can use dry silicone in the track to keep it functioning easily. Any levers or push buttons must be lubricated two or three times a year with a lithium grease or similar material.

