Installed Lomax Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover

[jicajust]

I just installed the Lomax Trifold tonneau cover on my Hybrid Area51 Maverick.

With the help of my son, installation was quick and easy. The two side rails were the tricky part. To insure a level fit, one person (or clamps) needs to apply pressure on the rails to align with the side top covers. Once the clamps are set and secure, the tonneau just drops into place. The seals around the edge look tight and the tailgate closes with no gapping I can see. On the corners of the tailgate, there are small openings where one might see some water get into the bed but I would expect this to be minor.

I like the clean look and security this cover gives me.

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[Lone Star Proud]

Do you think the aluminum panels could be easily dented? How much $$$?

 

[Stimpy433]

I’ve owned 2 of these covers and they are excellent covers, zero water penetration and great security. Never dented or scratched either one of the covers. They run about a grand depending on which finish you choose.

 

[jicajust]

Do you think the aluminum panels could be easily dented? How much $$$?

The panels seem pretty solid. I wouldn't hit them with a hammer but I expect them to hold up well. I got mine through CarId for $945. I wanted a roll up model but they were not available through CarID . The tri-fold will work fine though.

 

[jicajust]

I’ve owned 2 of these covers and they are excellent covers, zero water penetration and great security. Never dented or scratched either one of the covers. They run about a grand depending on which finish you choose.

Chad: When I saw your pictures, I liked the way the tonneau sat on the bed. Low profile and very clean looking. Good choice.

 

[Gcalderon]

I just installed the Lomax Trifold tonneau cover on my Hybrid Area51 Maverick. With the help of my son, installation was quick and easy. The two side rails were the tricky part. To insure a level fit, one person (or clamps) needs to apply pressure on the rails to align with the side top covers. Once the clamps are set and secure, the tonneau just drops into place. The seals around the edge look tight and the tailgate closes with no gapping I can see. On the corners of the tailgate, there are small openings where one might see some water get into the bed but I would expect this to be minor. I like the clean look and security this cover gives me.

Yes I did the same with mine. Two person job makes it pretty install.

 

[StillWaiting]

I think I’m gonna do a soft roll up kind. I prefer the hard tri-folds, but don’t really want to spend that much for one. Looks sweet though

 

[Vinhnguyen54]

I personally had bad experiences with my budget trifold aluminum cover. Have it on F150 right now. Prefer TRI soft Gator on maverick. The positives of hard covers are obvious but here are my negatives:

Heavy
Easily dented and or puncture through
Rubber seal connecting panels tear thus leak. This is a hugely weak point.
More pricey
Shift around more due to weight

 

[Johnnybayday]

Your tonneau is clean! I picked up an ultraflex tonneau but I like yours more because mine has too much rubber seals, makes it looks messy compared to yours. Congrats.

 

[SFB]

I’ve owned 2 of these covers and they are excellent covers, zero water penetration and great security. Never dented or scratched either one of the covers. They run about a grand depending on which finish you choose.

I have the Bakflip on my Ranger, ordered my Maverick with the hard trifold, do you happen to know who makes the trifold that you can order from Ford? Dont think its Ford brand

 

[jicajust]

I personally had bad experiences with my budget trifold aluminum cover. Have it on F150 right now. Prefer TRI soft Gator on maverick. The positives of hard covers are obvious but here are my negatives:

Heavy
Easily dented and or puncture through
Rubber seal connecting panels tear thus leak. This is a hugely weak point.
More pricey
Shift around more due to weight

The link below was a YouTube video I found. I think there was a redesign of the Lomax so I'm hoping some/all of these issues are fixed. You make good points though.

 

[JohnnyBravo]

I have the Bakflip on my Ranger, ordered my Maverick with the hard trifold, do you happen to know who makes the trifold that you can order from Ford? Dont think its Ford brand

the Ford dealer hard tri-folds are made by REV and the other is Advantage

 

[SFB]

Looks identical to Bakflip. Im sure just as good or better. Thank you

 

[Thrillhouse]

On the Tri-fold by Ford, is there some sort of quick release where you can take the panels out of you didn't want them against your back window?

 

[Maverick 808]

I just installed the Lomax Trifold tonneau cover on my Hybrid Area51 Maverick.

With the help of my son, installation was quick and easy. The two side rails were the tricky part. To insure a level fit, one person (or clamps) needs to apply pressure on the rails to align with the side top covers. Once the clamps are set and secure, the tonneau just drops into place. The seals around the edge look tight and the tailgate closes with no gapping I can see. On the corners of the tailgate, there are small openings where one might see some water get into the bed but I would expect this to be minor.

I like the clean look and security this cover gives me.

Thanks for this post! Was gonna go with the RetraxOne MX but the cannister really bothered me. I'd be losing a lot of useable top space in an already small bed. Luckily I happened on this post and that cover looks sharp. Is that matte black or urethane? Was thinking of going with the urethane but worry that it might be too shiny (if the pictures online are to be believed)

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