One word - "LEAKS"

 

Pro of Honda cover - Dealer can put it on and you get full truck warranty
Cons of Honda cover - leaks and expensive

I have a Extang Trifecta - Pro: Less expensive and is tri fold as well but doesn't leak Con: None that I've found.

Steve

 

Pro of Honda cover - Dealer can put it on and you get full truck warranty
Cons of Honda cover - leaks and expensive

I have a Extang Trifecta - Pro: Less expensive and is tri fold as well but doesn't leak Con: None that I've found.

Steve

I had Trifecta on my Silverado... it was great. . I don't use one on the Honda.. the truck serves my needs... and this way I can just throw stuff in the back

 

I have the OEM one and I like it just fine. I took it on a 1700 mile road trip where it rained for a few hours. It does leak slightly at the front corners (think drops not rivers). If you pack with this in mind it's fine.

 

I see 'Hoodbridge' is represented on here! ;-)

I'm still on the fence to what tonneau I'm gonna get... Peragon is #1 on my list, right now.

 

Ok, the only reasons I did not install oem..
1. Way too expensive.
2. Way too heavy. Unless you are a Hercules, you are not removing in by yourself.
All the covers leak a small amount.
I installed a BAK G2 folding cover.
Have been very happy with it. Even after extreme rain and washing car , very small amount of water in bed . By no means would I worry about amount of water in bed . Miniscule.
BTW I drive a 2010 RTL.

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Ok, the only reasons I did not install oem..
1. Way too expensive.
2. Way too heavy. Unless you are a Hercules, you are not removing in by yourself.
All the covers leak a small amount.
I installed a BAK G2 folding cover.
Have been very happy with it. Even after extreme rain and washing car , very small amount of water in bed . By no means would I worry about amount of water in bed . Miniscule.
BTW I drive a 2010 RTL.

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Reasons I opted for the OEM tonneau cover:
1. You get what you pay for. It's a hard cover. I weigh 180 and can stand on top of it; however, I wouldn't jump up and down on it.
2. The average man can remove the OEM cover easily with a rudimentary understanding of center of balance. I'm well into my 60s and have removed it numerous times as needed, by myself.
3. I don't believe you can find a leakproof tonneau cover which doesn't compromise cargo space in some manner. The OEM cover doesn't intrude on cargo space whatsoever.
4. You can take it to your Honda dealer for warranty repairs.



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So the Peragon looks like a really nice cover it also looks like it takes up quite a bit of bed space when folded. That's why I went with the BAK G2. When folded it sit above the bed and you only lose about ten inches. Blocks rear window, but that's why we have L&R mirrors.?
Also with roll up covers you lose even more of your bed space. My two cents.

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You can remove the panels on the Peragon in 30 seconds or less and it fits underneath the rear seat giving you the whole bed. I'm another extremely happy Peragon customer.

 

I bought the Access Original. It was easy to install and looks good. It is in the garage when at home but I have had it out in rain, snow and slush and do not see any leaks.

 

For those thinking about the OEM cover, it has advantages over aftermarket.

-Installs easily
-Removes easily
-Trunk lid fully opens when folded back (no rails)
-When it is removed, there are no rails left behind. Only small metal brackets in each corner
-Very stout. It is a little heavy, but manageable
-Relatively inexpensive, paid less than $700
-OEM warranty

 

What would you say are the disadvantages other than the small leak issue that has been mentioned before? Perhaps more to the point, what do some of the aftermarket covers have as an advantage that the OEM doesn't?

 

Seems like there should be a cover that locks, allows the trunk to operate normally, and doesn't leak. The Peragon cover does look nice, but doesn't allow the trunk to open 100%. Still leaning in that direction because of the way it operates and looks.

 

I added it to my comment above...the trunk opens fully when the OEM cover is folded back because there are no side rails. The OEM cover leaks some at the corners, but can be minimized with some camper shell foam tape.

 

I greatly appreciate this discussion. I'm in the market for a Ridgeline and I was wanting a tri-fold cover with the original intention of getting the OEM. I'd appreciate any other opinions on the matter to help me make the best decision.

It's important to me that the cover be water resistant, though I don't expect it to be completely water proof; enough to keep my golf bag or other slightly water-sensitive items dry. I also want something that will be secure when the tailgate is closed and locked (which I think applies to most if not all tri-folds).

I've read several posts about aftermarket covers not allowing you to fully open the in-bed trunk even when the cover is folded back. Is this the case for most or all aftermarket covers?

 

I greatly appreciate this discussion. I'm in the market for a Ridgeline and I was wanting a tri-fold cover with the original intention of getting the OEM. I'd appreciate any other opinions on the matter to help me make the best decision.

It's important to me that the cover be water resistant, though I don't expect it to be completely water proof; enough to keep my golf bag or other slightly water-sensitive items dry. I also want something that will be secure when the tailgate is closed and locked (which I think applies to most if not all tri-folds).

I've read several posts about aftermarket covers not allowing you to fully open the in-bed trunk even when the cover is folded back. Is this the case for most or all aftermarket covers?

Re the bold part... Just FYI but the Ridgeline tailgate doesn't lock. There is a lock kit available as an accessory from Honda however, but from the factory the tailgate doesn't have a lock. (The underbed trunk, however, does lock with the rest of the truck)

 

For one thing. I don't think any of them are are weather proof. They all leak. One deference the aftermarket ones have are that they are lighter. I you can take then off by yourself. The OEM ones are heavy.

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Chief, I'm no tonneau cover expert, but it seems like many, if not most, opt for something other than the OEM cover. All the covers will leak some. There are ways to minimize the leaking covered in the following thread:
https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com...ies-performance-parts-modifications/216294-how-make-g2-bed-more-watertight.html

Many covers limit the opening of the trunk. Mine, a BAK Revolver roll up cover, limits it to where it pretty much bisects the lights in the bed when opened as far as it can. This is absolutely no problem other than limiting the light. I haven't seen any cover that limits opening so much as to be a deciding factor.

Forum member Phineas has experience with a few covers and provides some recommendations in the following thread:
https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com...mance-parts-modifications/215788-tonneau-cover-summary-spreadsheet-options.html

Good luck in your search.

 

Also I can only speak to my BAK Flip on my G1. It does leak very minimally so it does not by any means be considered flooding. The ribs in the floor keeps things dry.

It does block full opening of the trunk, but does not block the rear cargo lights. Which I have replaced with V-Leds LEDs. I also added a small LED strip light on each side of the frt or cab end of the bed under the cover to help light up under the cover at night.

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Here are my thoughts OEM vs Aftermarket

PRO
- Fit and Finish is excellent
- ability to access the in-truck-storage with the lid fully open
- after market racks work with OEM bed covers
- warranty and availability many years down the road
- reliability as it is OEM accessory
- sealing is tight
- reliably buy used and for cheaper (years down the road)

CON
- Price, too expensive as new
- Weight, as it is rather heavy
- New ones still retain much of its price and still expensive


I own a $250 TonnaPro entry level tri-fold soft cover on my G1 and it has served me just fine for the last 4 years. it does flap a little on highway speeds, but is locked on sturdy. The clamps on the front get stuck when removing, but a little jiggle gets them loose. Hardware supplied by them do rust and they cost probably around a penny. Upgrading to SS hardware is a must for longtime reliability.

 

Here are my thoughts OEM vs Aftermarket

PRO

• Fit and Finish is excellent
• ability to access the in-truck-storage with the lid fully open
• after market racks work with OEM bed covers
• warranty and availability many years down the road
• reliability as it is OEM accessory
• sealing is tight
• reliably buy used and for cheaper (years down the road)

CON

• Price, too expensive as new
• Weight, as it is rather heavy
• New ones still retain much of its price and still expensive

I own a $250 TonnaPro entry level tri-fold soft cover on my G1 and it has served me just fine for the last 4 years. it does flap a little on highway speeds, but is locked on sturdy. The clamps on the front get stuck when removing, but a little jiggle gets them loose. Hardware supplied by them do rust and they cost probably around a penny. Upgrading to SS hardware is a must for longtime reliability.

Really old post, but just wondering if you know about how much the OEM cover weighs. Seems like that should be easy to find by googling, but has eluded me so far. Would kinda like a hard cover for security, but in any case want to be able to take it off by myself when needed.

Thanks.

 

The biggest problem with the OEM is that it dents when folded unless you take precautions to disperse the weight on the rubber blocks.

Yes, it has no rails which is huge but you still have to open it to get the trunk open all the way which is a PITA compared to a trunk or a hatch. Fortunately, there's sufficient clearance to throw grocery bags in the trunk without opening the tonneau.

It's not the best looking as it sits high.

You have to remove it to get access to all of the bed, important to know this for they type of use that you will have.

I expect all tonneaus to leak. However, the leakage on the OEM I have found to be minimal. Some have had hinge leaks but I haven't had this issue.

I think next time around for the next truck, I'll research the Bak Revolver, seems like a nice rollup.

 

Steve, Does the Extang Trifecta cover interfere with your Ridgeline trunk opening? Thanks

Charlie

 

Well, I just ordered the https://www.etrailer.com/Tonneau-Covers/Honda/Ridgeline/2019/EX94590.html?vehicleID=20191624122 cover myself so I will have the answer in a week or so unless somebody provides the info here first?
Bill

 

While I am waiting for our cover to arrive I decided to pose this question to etrailer.com, here is their response:

The Extang Trifecta Signature 2.0 Soft Tonneau Cover part # EX94590 which is a fit for your 2019 Honda Ridgeline will sit on top of the bed rails therefore you will be able to fully open your in-bed trunk. Most covers that sit inside the bed rails will only allow for around 80% access but you don't have to worry about that with the Extang Trifecta Signature.

Bill

 

While I am waiting for our cover to arrive I decided to pose this question to etrailer.com, here is their response:

The Extang Trifecta Signature 2.0 Soft Tonneau Cover part # EX94590 which is a fit for your 2019 Honda Ridgeline will sit on top of the bed rails therefore you will be able to fully open your in-bed trunk. Most covers that sit inside the bed rails will only allow for around 80% access but you don't have to worry about that with the Extang Trifecta Signature.

Bill

I just finished installing the Extang Trifecta Signature 2.0 Soft Tonneau Cover and the answer to the question will the trunk open all the way and I can now say definitively that it will. The gaskets do rub marginally on the cover's rails, but it does easily open fully, (with the cover folded back.)

Bill

 

My only problem with soft covers is as they age they shrink. Which in my opinion looks nicer. But the problem is when try6 to close them it become harder. Unless they have fixed that I would go with a hard cover.

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4-years and counting on the soft cover with no issues with shrinking. I used to use the cleaner that came with the cover and now after every wash I just use the regular interior vinyl/plastic protector on them.

 

I went with the factory cover. Bought it at Bernardi for about $800 with freight. Pros: No bed rails, easy install, trunk opens reasonably high with cover in place (need more? fold up the rear panel - easy), easy on/off, no holes/cuts in bedliner. Cons: not much. I've heard people complain about the weight - no worse than a couple of 2 x 12s. Heard complaints about leaks - drove through the 40+" rain in east Texas last week and got a few trickles at the front of the bed through the factory indents in the bed (don't know what they're properly called). Doesn't lock - show me a locking bed cover that a motivated thief can't defeat in 3 minutes with simple hand tools. If it's valuable, I'm not relying on any bed cover to protect it.

The factory cover may not have all the bells and whistles, but I think it's (comparitively) a great value.

 

Can you fold it up to cover the rear window, to access the full bed like BAKFlip, or when folded the entire way, it lays flat, and takes up like the last foot?

 

I went with the BakFlip MX4 Hard cover. I used the Leonard dealer for the ordering and install and I am very happy with the look and the security. ( I had the Honda dealer install the tailgate lock yesterday). The only negative is that the bed trunk does not open 100%. It is probably about 80 or 90% opening, which does not really impact my ability to use the trunk for my normal onboard storage. I really like the look on my BE and am pleased with the security of the bed now. I went hard top because I frequently have some expensive fishing gear that I transport when I head to the hills and my flyrods and reels are, for sentimental reasons, very important to me and not having to break them down completely is a good thing. All in the cover cost me $850 plus $50 installed with a 3 year warranty on both the cover and install. Since I have only had the BE for 3 weeks I am still making it MINE with accessories. Nuff said.

 

I bought the OEM cover 2 years ago from Bernardi during one of their sales with free shipping. I think it works well and looks good. Leaks a little around the front because of those seams in the bed. It is easy to install. It weighs a bit over 50 lbs but I've put it on and off several times by myself with no problems. It ain't flimsy. It has a nice solid feel. I haven't had the dimple problem but I almost never drive with it open. It has no lock itself but after installing the locking tailgate everything is secure.

 

60lbs seems reasonable to me. Thanks for your input.

 

I have taken the OEM tonneau off by myself a few times. It's not impossible, nor is it particularly heavy, but it is large and awkward to handle alone. Be careful to avoid scratching up your paint or dinging a quarterpanel. Better still, get another person to make the job a snap, if possible. My wife helps me with no real effort.

 

OEM Cover

 

Many thanks.

 

We considered the OEM cover but found the Diamondback cover with racks so we can carry materials and other things like kayaks over the cover with worrying about things sticking out the back of the box. We stopped at the lumber yard and the forklift came over and dropped our order on the racks. It did great.

The nice part is that the cover doesn’t require any drilling into the box to install it. They also come with locks!

It can be removed if needed which I have done several times to fit bulking items.

Drawback is that you have to remove most items from the racks before you can get into the box and trunk.

Pros are that you can carry up to 1600 lbs ontop of the cover. Super tough design and looks pretty heavy duty as well. Headache rack provides great protection for the back window as well.

I really like the toughness of this cover. It makes the truck more capable for carrying things.

 

We considered the OEM cover but found the Diamondback cover with racks so we can carry materials and other things like kayaks over the cover with worrying about things sticking out the back of the box. We stopped at the lumber yard and the forklift came over and dropped our order on the racks. It did great.

The nice part is that the cover doesn’t require any drilling into the box to install it. They also come with locks!

Can you provide a link to where you purchased & the cost? Thank you