2 New Fold-a-Cover Videos Created to Support the Installation Process
We recently developed two new videos to assist in the installation process: A Blade Seal Installation video and a Latch Timing Adjustments video. These videos were developed in the R&D Lab here at the Fold-a-Cover manufacturing facility in Caledonia, MI. The purpose of the videos is to give a more in depth look into the installation process by showcasing a few of the more important aspects. Check out the videos, along with a brief description below. These videos can always be found here: https://www.foldacover.com/photos-and-video/installation-videos/
Fold-a-Cover Blade Seal Installation Overview
This video walks you through the process of installing a Blade Seal on a G4 Elite tonneau cover. The great thing about this video is that the process for installing all of the Fold-a-Cover seals is the same. So, even though this video is specific to the Blade Seal you can use this video to install a Bulb Seal or the L-Seal with no issue.
The key to remember when installing a blade/bulb/L Seal is that the adhesive used is both temperature and pressure sensitive. This means that it’s going to be extremely important that you install the seal at or above 70º F AND that you use at least 15 lbs. of pressure across the full length and width of the adhesive. Using pressure to install the seal is the most important aspect of the seal installation process. We recommend using a roller of some type, but you can also use the rounded box-end of a wrench to apply the pressure. If you do use a wrench be sure to treat the underside of the seal with Armor All to reduce friction between the seal the wrench.
Once the new seal is installed, treat it with Armor All. This will reduce friction between the seal the your truck bed/tailgate allowing the seal to more easily slide into place and learn its new position.
Latch Timing Adjustments Video – Fold-a-Cover G4 Elite
In this video, we walk you through the process of making adjustments to the latch timing on a G4 Elite Fold-a-Cover. The latch cable that needs to be timed is specific to the G4 Elite Fold-a-Cover. Latch Timing is one of the final steps in the installation process, but it can make a big difference when it comes to the opening and closing of the panels of your tonneau cover. If your latch is timed too tight, then even a slight pressure could cause the latches to snap open. Conversely, if the latch timing is too loose, you won’t be able to use the lift handle to open the tonneau cover.
More Fold-a-Cover Support Videos On The Way!
We’re committed to creating a full lineup of videos to assist with the installation process. We have received lots of positive feedback on the videos and we’ve heard your requests for more videos. If you’d like to see a specific video created, just let us know. We’re always open to new ideas!
I do have a quick tip to help people with FORD 150 Installation.
Instead of measuring the windseal rails at 65″ (Step 1) I simply cut a piece of wood (at 65″) to use as a measuring jig instead. This way, I could simply slide the wood down between the rails to assure alignment, then visually align and center the rails on the bed. Worked like a charm and really helped me on the tall Ford F150.
It would be cool to have a piece of wood, a dowel rod, a piece of plastic or anything stiff enough to span 65″ included in the rail tube used for shipping. For that matter, I bet the cardboard tube itself could be cut at 65″…hmmm, not a bad idea.
Love My Bed Cover.
Sincerely
George
i love my fold a cover,my wind rails need to be changed i would like to know where to get new wind rails please let me know thank you.
Ray,
Thank you for contacting Steffens Enterprises, the makers of Fold-a-Cover.
We offer replacement parts on our Factory Store website at the link below:
http://www.foldacoverfactorystore.com/Replacement-Parts/
Just click on the style of cover you own and then enter your vehicle information to narrow down the parts list to those parts specifically available for your vehicle.
Contact us at support@foldacover.com if you have any additional questions.
Just wanted to give feedback on what I feel is an excellent product. The shipper did a good job of beating up the box, but due to the excellent packing, the cover arrived safe and sound. Installation was fast and easy despite the drizzling rain I had to endure.
Very pleasantly surprised at the quality of construction, heavy duty attachment hardware and excellent instructions.
This replaced a Pace Edwards Jackrabbit where the vinyl top wore out and cracked due to our extreme SoCal sun. The rigid material used on the panels should stand up much better.
I particularly like the front flip panel. Very convenient to access stuff at front of the bed. My 9 year old son no longer has to crawl in there to get stuff!!!!
Thanks for a great product!!!!!!
Best option I ever bought,for my new 2015 Colorado.