Looking for the best bed tents for your Ford Ranger? You ain’t alone. Whether you’re chasing sunsets in the desert or parking near a mountain trail, having a solid truck bed tent turns your pickup into a cozy campsite. In this quick guide, you’ll find 5 top-rated options that actually fit your Ranger—and don’t collapse at the first sign of wind. Best 5 Bed Tents for Ford Ranger 01. Rightline Gear Truck Tent N/A This two-person tent has color-coded poles to make installation a lot easier, and its waterproof materials will keep you nice and dry the entire time. There…
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Of coarse!!! But one of the biggest problems that deters many truck owners from purchasing a tonneau cover or a truck bed toolbox is because they regularly need to haul some sort of a recreational vehicle in the bed of their pickup. Years ago, if you wanted to haul a motorcycle, ATV, or golf cart, you just could not have a hard tonneau cover. These days we have several options for hauling equipment with a tonneau cover installed on the truck. Even on a short bed pickup like the 5.5’ bed F150, you can haul a full-sized four-wheeler without having…
We have discussed almost everything related to a truck bed cover – from proper purchase to using it, from maintenance to repair, etc. Now, we will discuss the ways of installing them after purchasing. This is important because if not done properly, it might damage the object. Tonneau covers are expensive and thus installing them properly is vital. Tonneau covers vary in size, designs, and models, but their installation is almost the same for all. There are some unusual truck bed covers which have different kinds of installation and that will be mentioned in their manual. The installation process and…
Wear and tear is a common thing in tonneau covers even when handled with care as most of them are made of a soft material called vinyl. When they are not taken care of properly, they tend to dry up, developing tears and cracks easily. The only option left with you is to use a leather and vinyl repair kit and fix the tear. The patchwork might hamper the look of the tonneau cover, but it will prevent further damage. Mentioned below are the steps of repair: Clean the area of the tear on the cover so that no dust…
Tonneau covers are made of diverse materials like aluminium, vinyl, fibreglass and they are offered in hard and soft variants. The soft ones however tend to shrink after prolonged usage. Fitting a shrunken tonneau cover onto the truck can be rather difficult in some cases. Naturally, the soft ones shrink easily as they have soft fabrics. You will find such tonneau covers shrinking when they are removed from the truck bed and stored elsewhere for quite some time. When this does happen, there are ways to salvage the situation. Which kind Of Tonneau Covers get stretched? As it is, most…
People buy and use car accessories like roof racks, window visors, chrome trims, and mud flaps to enhance the looks of their vehicles. However, accessories like tonneau covers are used to enhance the functionality of vehicles like trucks. Such a cover helps safeguard your cargo from weather elements and deter thieves too. However, over prolonged usage, a tonneau cover may get worn out and leakage can occur. The good thing is you can always repair a leaking tonneau cover. What Do You Need to Seal the Leaks? Before you try repairing a leaking tonneau cover, you have to collect the…
Even though truck covers are built tough, they do get torn. Based on the severity of the damage, you have to either repair or replace them. The majority of tonneau covers you get are made with vinyl, which is damaged after prolonged usage and exposure to weather elements. You can use a vinyl repair kit to repair a ripper tonneau cover. How to repair a Ripped Tonneau Cover What Are Tonneau Covers Made Of? Soft tonneau covers are made using vinyl but the harder ones are designed with fibreglass or polypropylene. Things to remember before you fix a Ripped Tonneau…
Truck owners like the Roll-N-Lock bed cover owing to their flexible design. These can cover the entire bed and you may retract the covers as per your need. However, these bed covers can also be a tad problematic. These problems can be tackled without much hassle, though. The commonplace Roll N Lock Bed Cover Problems Cover don’t Stay Latch and Close Some truck users grudge that their roll ‘n’ lock bed covers do not stay latched for long and get opened automatically. This may cause the cargo to get dirty or wet. There is the risk of cargo getting stolen if…
If you’re wondering if removing a tonneau cover is easy or more trouble than it’s worth, you’re not alone. A lot depends on the type of cover you have and how it’s installed. Some covers come off in just minutes, while others might require tools and a bit more effort. Here’s what you need to know about removing different types of tonneau covers. Why Would You Want to Remove a Tonneau Cover? There are several reasons you might need to remove your tonneau cover. Sometimes, you’ll need full access to your truck bed for transporting large items, or maybe you’re…
You got a tonneau cover to protect your stuff, but let’s face it, not all covers are fully waterproof. Rain, snow, and even dirt can find their way into your truck bed if it isn’t sealed right. While many covers offer some water resistance, you’ll often need to add a little extra to make it truly waterproof. Let’s go over some simple tips to make sure your tonneau cover actually keeps the bed dry. Step-by-Step Guide to Waterproofing Your Tonneau Cover These steps can help with most types of covers, whether you’re trying to improve an old tonneau or set…