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'72customdeluxe · 07-25-2009, 02:53 PM

I know I would have to drill into the bed rails, but hey, plenty have before on my truck. Anyone know of a good stepside (not the individual buttons type that you drill to install each one) cover? That website didn't have any.

Aarons72 · 07-25-2009, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by big_al_71

just ordered mine today!!!!

thanks for posting and costing $$$$

Looking good! I'm glad you got one...looks super nice on your truck...The part that sucked for me was getting that plastic part into the outer rails to lock the vinyl into place but...I'm way happy with how they look on our trucks...function is good too

Peace

big_al_71 · 07-25-2009, 07:46 PM

Yeah I agree I had to put some muscle into sliding it into the rail also.
Thanks again!!!!

big mike71 · 07-25-2009, 09:29 PM

Hey Al did you have the problem with fit at the tailgate too.

big_al_71 · 07-25-2009, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by big mike71

Hey Al did you have the problem with fit at the tailgate too
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Hey mike I have mine pretty close but it is not against the tailgate there might be less than 1/8th of an inch. Tomorrow morning I am going to use the truck and also I will triple check all corners and tailgate area to triple check if there is any more adjustment.

big mike71 · 07-25-2009, 10:34 PM

Thanks Al, let me know if there is.

big_al_71 · 07-26-2009, 04:13 PM

Here is a pict of the underside of the cover as a couple people asked....

screamin_c10 · 01-10-2010, 09:39 PM

Joined the Craftec Club, waiting for better weather to install. I'll photo-document the procedure and get it posted.

big_al_71 · 01-10-2010, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by screamin_c10

Joined the Craftec Club, waiting for better weather to install. I'll photo-document the procedure and get it posted.

Congrats,,,post some picts when you install it, if you have any questions feel free to pm me....I am super happy with mine...

extd56 · 01-11-2010, 12:36 AM

Cover looks good

timski69gmc · 01-11-2010, 11:01 PM

For you guys who have had your covers for awhile... are they holding up okay?
Was thinking of the vinyl stretching and flapping around when you drive, or sagging when parked. Any comments?

big_al_71 · 01-11-2010, 11:13 PM

as nice as when I first installed it....no issues at all....

screamin_c10 · 01-11-2010, 11:21 PM

I've heard nothing but good things about this cover from numerous sources. Screamin is to become a DD and I'm really hoping this cover stands up better than the 3 yr old Extang on my F150.....

timski69gmc · 01-11-2010, 11:22 PM

Hey Big_Al, I guess being in Florida, you daily drive? Was thinking more long term. Looks like your install was in July. But so far, it sounds great! I do like the idea of the light frame with hinges.
I have a home made one involving plywood, gate latches and a piano hinge and some angle iron on the bed insides. Guess I shouldn't complain, it has been installed since probably '95, and just recently needs to be redone.

big mike71 · 04-11-2010, 05:54 PM

My son and I put my cover on today, It wasn't too bad. I think it looks pretty cool. I took some pics, One of the truck, one of me and the truck, and one of the boy and my future daughter-in-law.

big mike71 · 04-11-2010, 05:57 PM

I forgot the pics.

big_al_71 · 04-11-2010, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by timski69gmc

Hey Big_Al, I guess being in Florida, you daily drive? Was thinking more long term. Looks like your install was in July. But so far, it sounds great! I do like the idea of the light frame with hinges.
I have a home made one involving plywood, gate latches and a piano hinge and some angle iron on the bed insides. Guess I shouldn't complain, it has been installed since probably '95, and just recently needs to be redone.

That sounds good, I dont drive my truck every day but so far so good....

Quote:

Originally Posted by big mike71

My son and I put my cover on today, It wasn't too bad. I think it looks pretty cool. I took some pics, One of the truck, one of me and the truck, and one of the boy and my future daughter-in-law.

Hey Mike looking good brother....welcome to the club...

AusTx68 · 04-11-2010, 09:43 PM

Good looking truck. I really like the look in that last photo. Are those Coy wheels?

Btw, is that your Chevy II in the background? I used to own a 62' SS.

big mike71 · 04-12-2010, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by big_al_71

That sounds good, I dont drive my truck every day but so far so good....

Hey Mike looking good brother....welcome to the club...

Thanks Al, It could fit a little better, but all and all it looks good.

Big Block 454 · 08-23-2012, 12:06 PM

I was searching out covers and saw the trucks on here with the Craftec covers and liked the way they look. I got my grubby hands on one yesterday and will install it when I get a chance. Thanks for the pics.

Tinkermc · 07-04-2013, 09:26 PM

good lookin cover

cool68 · 10-05-2013, 11:55 PM

Cool

2002yanks · 04-01-2014, 10:34 AM

got a question i am hoping one of you guys could help me with. i have a 67 lwb that i am triing to decide what to do with the bed floor/cover. mine lays frame so my bed floor is raised. my wheel tubs hit the bottom of the bed rail. would the shocks/mounts clear the tubs? could someone get a pic of it closed showing where they are when down? or can you locate them anywhere on the frame? also is it possible to open without opening the tailgate? i ask because mine doesnt open. thanks!

big mike71 · 04-01-2014, 02:21 PM

I would say yes. They mount between the tubs and front of the bed. Plus they only hang down abbout a 1/2"

2002yanks · 04-01-2014, 06:08 PM

ok what about the other? can it be opened without opening the tailgate? heres what it would be going on.

07-25-2009, 02:53 PM	#26
'72customdeluxe Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Tejas Posts: 691	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 I know I would have to drill into the bed rails, but hey, plenty have before on my truck. Anyone know of a good stepside (not the individual buttons type that you drill to install each one) cover? That website didn't have any. __________________ '72 cheyenne super step, '05 long bed gmc

07-25-2009, 07:46 PM	#28
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Yeah I agree I had to put some muscle into sliding it into the rail also. Thanks again!!!! __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

07-25-2009, 09:29 PM	#29
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Hey Al did you have the problem with fit at the tailgate too.

07-25-2009, 10:34 PM	#31
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Thanks Al, let me know if there is.

07-26-2009, 04:13 PM	#32
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Here is a pict of the underside of the cover as a couple people asked.... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

01-10-2010, 09:39 PM	#33
screamin_c10 I dun gradjiated collij!!! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: St. Helens Oregon Posts: 1,750	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Joined the Craftec Club, waiting for better weather to install. I'll photo-document the procedure and get it posted. __________________ Built NOT Bought. Viper Red 1971 LWB C10 355 Vortec W/700R4 4/5 drop AKA Screamin' You are missed! 2006 F150 XLT 5.4L Triton Rollin' on 22s the "F1" 67 C20 PS/AC/327/TH400 we call 'er "Bessie" 67 Malibu PS/ZR1-LS1 Brakes/350 Vortec/700R4 2/2 drop on 18" 338s - Tracy's "Boo" Boosted '67 Cougar EFI 5.0 HO roller motor/T5/8.8 Tracloc/ 4 wheel disks - "Project Panther" 79 Honda Z50 - stretched, cafe'd and hotrodded 125CC Lifan/5spd FEAR THE MONKEY!

01-11-2010, 12:36 AM	#35
extd56 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 2,272	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Cover looks good

01-11-2010, 11:01 PM	#36
timski69gmc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cranbrook, BC Posts: 253	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 For you guys who have had your covers for awhile... are they holding up okay? Was thinking of the vinyl stretching and flapping around when you drive, or sagging when parked. Any comments?

01-11-2010, 11:13 PM	#37
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 as nice as when I first installed it....no issues at all.... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild Last edited by big_al_71; 01-11-2010 at 11:13 PM.

01-11-2010, 11:21 PM	#38
screamin_c10 I dun gradjiated collij!!! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: St. Helens Oregon Posts: 1,750	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 I've heard nothing but good things about this cover from numerous sources. Screamin is to become a DD and I'm really hoping this cover stands up better than the 3 yr old Extang on my F150..... __________________ Built NOT Bought. Viper Red 1971 LWB C10 355 Vortec W/700R4 4/5 drop AKA Screamin' You are missed! 2006 F150 XLT 5.4L Triton Rollin' on 22s the "F1" 67 C20 PS/AC/327/TH400 we call 'er "Bessie" 67 Malibu PS/ZR1-LS1 Brakes/350 Vortec/700R4 2/2 drop on 18" 338s - Tracy's "Boo" Boosted '67 Cougar EFI 5.0 HO roller motor/T5/8.8 Tracloc/ 4 wheel disks - "Project Panther" 79 Honda Z50 - stretched, cafe'd and hotrodded 125CC Lifan/5spd FEAR THE MONKEY! Last edited by screamin_c10; 01-11-2010 at 11:21 PM.

01-11-2010, 11:22 PM	#39
timski69gmc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cranbrook, BC Posts: 253	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Hey Big_Al, I guess being in Florida, you daily drive? Was thinking more long term. Looks like your install was in July. But so far, it sounds great! I do like the idea of the light frame with hinges. I have a home made one involving plywood, gate latches and a piano hinge and some angle iron on the bed insides. Guess I shouldn't complain, it has been installed since probably '95, and just recently needs to be redone.

04-11-2010, 05:54 PM	#40
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 My son and I put my cover on today, It wasn't too bad. I think it looks pretty cool. I took some pics, One of the truck, one of me and the truck, and one of the boy and my future daughter-in-law. __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

04-11-2010, 05:57 PM	#41
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 I forgot the pics. Attached Images __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

04-11-2010, 09:43 PM	#43
AusTx68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Italy Posts: 1,278	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Good looking truck. I really like the look in that last photo. Are those Coy wheels? Btw, is that your Chevy II in the background? I used to own a 62' SS. __________________ '68 C-10 SWB 383 Stroker (Sold 3/2/2013) '87 R2500 LWB 454 TBI converted to Carb

08-23-2012, 12:06 PM	#45
Big Block 454 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: So Cal Posts: 127	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 I was searching out covers and saw the trucks on here with the Craftec covers and liked the way they look. I got my grubby hands on one yesterday and will install it when I get a chance. Thanks for the pics.



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07-04-2013, 09:26 PM	#46
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 good lookin cover

10-05-2013, 11:55 PM	#47
cool68 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 475	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 Cool

04-01-2014, 10:34 AM	#48
2002yanks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Auburn NY Posts: 1,470	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 got a question i am hoping one of you guys could help me with. i have a 67 lwb that i am triing to decide what to do with the bed floor/cover. mine lays frame so my bed floor is raised. my wheel tubs hit the bottom of the bed rail. would the shocks/mounts clear the tubs? could someone get a pic of it closed showing where they are when down? or can you locate them anywhere on the frame? also is it possible to open without opening the tailgate? i ask because mine doesnt open. thanks! __________________ My build thread!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=474018

04-01-2014, 02:21 PM	#49
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 I would say yes. They mount between the tubs and front of the bed. Plus they only hang down abbout a 1/2" __________________ I'm not as good as I once was, But I'm as good once as I ever was.

04-01-2014, 06:08 PM	#50
2002yanks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Auburn NY Posts: 1,470	Re: Installed craftec inc tonneau cover today $249 ok what about the other? can it be opened without opening the tailgate? heres what it would be going on. Attached Images __________________ My build thread!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=474018

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