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How Does The BAKFlip MX4 Compare To The Extang Encore?

Toyota Tundra Owner: You and I communicated by email regarding possible Tonneau cover for my 2019 Toyota Tundra.

Peter: Okay.

Toyota Tundra Owner: I've been going back and forth between the BAKflip MX4 and ... what's the other brand that has the cover that can flip from the front as well and has kind of a little lock there?

Peter: That's Extang. The Extang Encore.

Toyota Tundra Owner: Yeah ... Help me out, what are some of the differences, advantages of one or the other. Basically, how does the BAKFlip MX4 compare to the Extang Encore?

Peter: The MX4 can fold all the way up and secure behind the cab so you have full use of your bed when you need to. The Extang doesn't do that. The MX4 sits flush inside the bedrail, so it's super low profile.

Toyota Tundra Owner: Okay. And the Encore?

Peter: The Encore sits up on top, so it's a higher profile cover. Obviously the main difference that you just mentioned, that you can open it from right behind the cab. The MX4 can't do that. I mean, they're both really well reviewed. It just kind of depends on what you're using it for.

Toyota Tundra Owner: I had a BAKFlip before on my other truck. I had a G2, I guess it was, several years ago. I had an 02 Tundra and I think I got that probably 2008 or 9, something like that. Really loved it.

Peter: Yeah.

Toyota Tundra Owner: I understand that the MX4 is probably a little lighter perhaps. I think that the G2, it could get difficult, you know, sometimes trying to flip those things open. So, I'd be leaning toward the MX4 then. I know you emailed me a quote. Where are we at with the MX4 vs the Encore for pricing at this point?

Peter: So, you have a 2019 Tundra? What's the bed length?

Toyota Tundra Owner: Correct. 2019 Toyota Tundra and it's five and a half foot bed.

Peter: Do you have the Deck Rail System in the bed?

Toyota Tundra Owner: No, I don't have a Deck Rail System.

Peter: That quote I sent you for the MX4 is still valid. The Encore would only be $30 more than the MX4. It's free shipping on both and there's no sales tax if you're ordering from outside of Arizona.

Toyota Tundra Owner: Yeah, I think I want to go with the MX4.

Peter: Okay, I'll get you all set up for shipping, and then you're good to go!

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What is the Best BAK Tonneau Cover for a GMC Sierra 1500 New Body Type

GMC Owner: Hey, the tonneau cover that you had told me about, that BAKFlip, which model was it? Was it the F-1 or was it something different?

Peter: What truck was it for?

GMC Owner: It's a GMC Sierra 1500. It's the new model, new body type, short bed.

Peter: Okay, so yeah, I recommended either the MX4 or the F-1, which is only $10 more than the MX4.

GMC Owner: And what's the difference between those two covers?

Peter: The difference is that the MX4 is aluminum, and the F1 is a fiberglass-reinforced polymer, so it's a stronger material.

GMC Owner: Yeah, that's probably what I'd be looking for. And that will fit that new body truck no problem?

Peter: Yes, absolutely.

GMC Owner: Okay, I'm going to just take some time to think about if I want to go with the MX4 or the F1

Peter: Okay
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What's the Difference Between BAK and Undercover Tonneau Covers?

GMC Sierra Owner: What's the main difference between the BAK and Undercover tonneau covers?

Peter: Undercover and BAK are actually sister companies, so the products are almost identical; they're very similar.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay. The Undercover Armor Flex, for example. What does that consist of? Is that a three panel?

Peter: It is.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay and that Armor Flex folds back three times?

Peter: Yes.

GMC Sierra Owner: Versus the BAKflip what are the pros and cons to one or the other?

Peter: Armor Flex has the best warranty of five years.

GMC Sierra Owner: And then what would be the price difference?

Peter: The Bakflip MX4 is going to be slightly cheaper.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay. You said MX4, okay. It looks like here there's also a BAK Revolver X2. What is that? 

Peter: Yes, that's the hard roll up cover.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay. So you're saying out of all these you say the Undercover is probably the best?

Peter: Yeah.

GMC Sierra Owner: With the roll up one, is it still a hard cover?

Peter: Yeah, it's aluminum underneath, there's vinyl on top.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay. Okay, cool. And I see Undercover Ultra Flex.

Peter: That's the same as the Armor Flex but it doesn't have the LINE-X coating on top.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay, I got you. Cool. Well I guess I'll need some more research and figure it out. What would be a timeline as far as how long it takes to get here?


Peter: Three to five days.

GMC Sierra Owner: Cool. What if I can't figure out installation? How would you recommend going about that?

Peter: You'd have to take it to a shop, but I really don't think you're going to have an issue with that.

GMC Sierra Owner: Okay. Okay, cool. Alright sir, well let me figure out which tonneau cover I want and then I can get back in touch with you guys.

Peter: Okay. Sounds good.
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How Do I Know if I Have a Deck Rail System on My 2019 Toyota Tundra?

Toyota Tundra Owner: I had sent an email to you regarding the BAKFlip MX4.

Peter: Okay. What truck was it for?

Toyota Tundra Owner: It's for a 2019 Toyota Tundra double cab with the six and a half foot bed.


Peter: Okay. Were we talking this afternoon on email?

Toyota Tundra Owner: No, I think you sent an email, but I actually didn't send you an email. I guess I must have filled out the form on your site? I put my email address in your site, and it came up with an offer.

Peter: Okay. Yeah, I can honor that price. Also, it's free shipping and there's no sales tax if you're ordering from outside of Arizona.

Toyota Tundra Owner: And you'll throw in that tailgate seal kit for the tailgate?

Peter: I will. Do you have the deck rail system in the bed?

Toyota Tundra Owner: Yeah, I do have deck rails.

Peter: Okay. So 2019 Tundra, six and a half foot bed, with the deck rail system.

Toyota Tundra Owner: When they call that a deck rail, they're talking about the tie down system and all that?

Peter: Yes. 

Toyota Tundra Owner: Ok let's get this MX4 ordered

Peter: Ok I'll get this shipped out to you. 

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Does Having a Deck Rail System on a 2014 Tundra Double Cab Change the Price of a Tonneau Cover?

Toyota Tundra Owner: I was speaking to Pete via email about the BAKflip MX 4 Cover, and he asked a question about a deck rail. I just got a 2014 Tundra pick-up truck, a double cab, and I wasn't sure exactly what he meant by a deck rail system inside the bed.


Shawn: So, inside of your bed, if you have the rail system, you'll have those tie down cleats. Is that something that you have?

Toyota Tundra Owner: Yeah, then I guess I do have a deck rail system.

Shawn: Okay. Yeah, that changes the price a little bit because there's a different kit that goes with that. Hold on one second here.

Toyota Tundra Owner: Oh, okay. I think he might have misunderstood me. I told him I had something inside. But I thought you meant those bars on top of the actual cab. The bed. Because some trucks have those big bars that go across, that run the bed length. But I don't have that. But I do have the adjustable tie downs inside the bed, up top, I think on the side.

Shawn: You said it's a 2014 Tundra?

Toyota Tundra Owner: Yeah. 2014 Tundra, double cab.

Shawn: What size bed?

Toyota Tundra Owner: I believe it's a 6.6. It's not the short bed, it's the one in between the short and the long bed. So I believe it's the 6.6 one. It's a limited edition, if that makes any difference. But I'm assuming not.

Shawn: No, the only thing we go off is the year, make, model, and bed size. So, for the deck rail you're looking at an extra $40.

Toyota Tundra Owner: That's still not too bad. It's a little bit cheaper than online, that's for sure. Let's do it. 

Shawn: All right, I'll go ahead and get you checked out and get everything shipped.

Toyota Tundra Owner: Okay, appreciate that. Thank you very much.
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Can the MX4 Fold up Out of The Way Enough So I Can Trail with a Fifth Wheel Hitch?

RAM Owner: I'm looking for a tonneau cover for a 2018 RAM 250, four wheel drive, 6'4 bed. I'm thinking of going with the MX4

Peter: Okay, got it.

RAM Owner: Let me ask you a couple questions about the MX4 before I order.


Peter: Okay.

RAM Owner: I'm going to be trailing with a fifth wheel hitch, and I was looking for something that I could fold up the front out of the way. Is that cover going to do what I need to do?

Peter: Yes, absolutely. It's designed for that purpose.

RAM Owner: Because it's a four fold instead of a three fold, right?

Peter: That's right.

RAM Owner: So it takes up less space by folding out of the way, correct? 

Peter: That's right. Do you have RAM boxes on the truck?

RAM Owner: No, it's just the standard 6'4 bed.

Peter: Okay, yeah I've got it with free shipping and no sales tax.

RAM Owner: Okay, and then you'll send me a tailgate seal as well?

Peter: Yes, I can include that as well.

RAM Owner: Does the MX4 have the clamp on rails?

Peter: Yes. Did you want to get that ordered today?

RAM Owner: Yes, let's go ahead and get the cover ordered.

Peter: Alright. So, it's a 2018 RAM 2500 six foot four bed?

RAM Owner: Yes, four wheel drive. Crew cab. That shouldn't make any difference, right?

Peter: Right. So allow about five to seven days for delivery. You're going to receive an email confirmation here, just a second. Here we go. And you're all set, you're good to go!
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