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The sit on top folding covers are probably quickest to remove when necessary, like the SolidFold 2.0

Anything with rails may take a bit longer to remove.

Most access without removing is probably the rolling type that store in a canister at the front of the bed, or the flip up type that you can lean against the window.

Most are easy to load even when left on as you can slide 4x8 sheets in from the tailgate until you reach the bottom of the cover. 

If you need to do pallet loads or stack higher than the sides of the bed then buy the one that is easiest to take off.

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I had a soft tonneau cover on mine, came with the truck when I got it. I was a pain in the neck to take on and off. I got sick and tired of that and just picked up a really nice tool box instead. Much

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On 8/21/2019 at 6:14 PM, Johnv76 said:

Diamondback bed covers are what I use. You can look at my profile and the pics I have of one on my truck. A bit pricey,  but well worth the money. I went with the HD one.

I just looked those up and they are pretty dang cool and just what I was looking for but dang 1.7 to 2k is pretty steep

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1 hour ago, MANDINGO said:

I just looked those up and they are pretty dang cool and just what I was looking for but dang 1.7 to 2k is pretty steep

Yes, but after having others, I won't have anything else. It truly is the most secure, I can stack on top, tie down, walk on it, etc... plus they look badass. Well wort the money. Also, keep an eye out in the outlet area - they appear to have a couple out there now that might fit your truck and the discounts are cheap, same warranty and for example they have a HD one for 600 bucks off. 

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On 11/10/2019 at 9:35 AM, sballmann45 said:

For anyone wondering, yes, it is possible to have a headache rack, a tonneau cover, and a toolbox all at the same time! I just finished building this rack and it works great. 

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Do you mind sharing which cover that is? 

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7 hours ago, YukonXL04 said:

Do you mind sharing which cover that is? 

I believe it is an Extang trifecta 2.0

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1 hour ago, sballmann45 said:

I believe it is an Extang trifecta 2.0

Oh you have a 6.6ft bed huh... they dont seem to have one for the 5.8

sballmann45 Enthusiast

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44 minutes ago, YukonXL04 said:

Oh you have a 6.6ft bed huh... they dont seem to have one for the 5.8

Yeah, that makes sense.

James C. Enthusiast

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I am in the same boat, trying to find the right cover. I think there are lot of good deals but I found best even few dollars saving means a lot at TAP. I am more into Hard fold cover bur would be open to good review people have mention here. If you use the code at checkout, it save you up to 15% off. NOt sure if anyone else has better offer.

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On 11/26/2019 at 7:59 PM, YukonXL04 said:

Oh you have a 6.6ft bed huh... they dont seem to have one for the 5.8

Yes they do, I have one on my truck with the 5'8" bed.

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5 hours ago, mcdavis said:

Yes they do, I have one on my truck with the 5'8" bed.

Do you know which one you have?

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3 minutes ago, mcdavis said:

Extang Trifecta 2.0

With a toolbox?

On their website the toolbox trifecta 2.0 is only offered for 6.6 and 8ft beds.

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2 minutes ago, mcdavis said:

Ah, no...didn't pick up you wanted a toolbox as well, just that you couldn't find a trifecta 2.0 for a 5'8" bed. My bad.

 

This is expensive, but looks like a great unit:  https://stowecargo.com/product/2-in-1-tonneau-cover-and-tool-box/

Ahh yea toolbox friendly as well. 

That's an interesting solution. 

I really do hate this dang 5'8 bed. I tried so hard to get a standard bed with the 6.2 but couldn't find a single one local

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I put the Truxedo X15 on my 2019 AT4.  I LOVE the look of it.  VERY low profile and cloth/convertible top looking instead of the vinyl. Installed in less than an hour, easy to use and I’ve had it in heavy rain and snow and it’s still dry.  

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