FITMENT
- 2007-2013 Silverado Sierra 1500 2500HD 3500 HD 8Ft Bed.
- Fits Fleetside / Styleside Models Only
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- Hauling tools, gear, or cargo in an open 8-foot long bed leaves items exposed to rain, snow, road debris, and theft, while open-bed drag reduces fuel efficiency. The 8ft Soft Roll-Up Tonneau Cover is custom-engineered specifically for the 8.0-foot (97.8" / 8' Long Bed) box on GMT900-platform GM full-size trucks.
- Constructed from heavy-duty 24oz double-sided marine-grade vinyl and supported by high-strength aluminum crossbars, this cover delivers maximum all-weather bed protection. It rolls up smoothly to the cab bulkhead in seconds, securing with safety buckles so you retain full access to long bed whenever you need to haul oversized cargo.
Key Features
- Full Bed Access: Rolls up smoothly toward the cab and fastens with dual heavy-duty nylon safety buckles so you can haul oversized cargo without removing the cover.
- Heavy-Duty 24oz Marine-Grade Vinyl: Tear-resistant, double-sided coated vinyl engineered with UV inhibitors to prevent fading and withstand severe temperatures down to -30°F.
- Weather-Tight Perimeter Seal: Features built-in rubber weather stripping, heavy-duty side Velcro seals, and corner foam padding to keep water, snow, and dust out of your bed.
- Improved Aerodynamics: Sits flush with bed rails to reduce drag at highway speeds, helping improve overall gas mileage.
- No-Drill Clamp-On Installation: Side rails clamp directly onto the inside lip of your bed using heavy-duty aluminum C-clamps—installs in under 30 minutes with basic tools.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Heavy-Duty PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) |
| Bed Length | 8FT |
| Rail Material | Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Alloy |
| Cover Type | Soft Roll-Up |
| Installation | No-Drill Clamp-On |
Installation Overview
This cover installs in 20–40 minutes with basic hand tools — no drilling, no cutting, no permanent modifications. The aircraft-grade aluminum side rails clamp directly onto your factory bed rails. Position the rails, tighten the clamps, roll out the fabric, and adjust the tailgate tension for a weather-tight seal. One person can handle it; a second set of hands cuts the job in half.
FAQ
Q: Will the vinyl flap or make noise at highway speeds on an 8ft long bed?
A: No. Heavy-duty side Velcro strips and adjustable tension control bolts keep the vinyl pulled drum-tight across the entire 8-foot length, eliminating wind noise and flapping.
Q: Will this cover work with a spray-in or plastic drop-in bedliner?
A: Yes! It works seamlessly with spray-in liners (Line-X/Rhino) and under-the-rail plastic drop-in liners. Over-the-rail liners may require minor trimming where the mounting clamps attach.
Q: Can this long-bed cover handle heavy winter snow loads?
A: Yes. Integrated high-strength aluminum crossbars span the bed width to support up to 30–40 lbs of evenly distributed snow/ice, while the marine-grade vinyl remains flexible in cold weather.
Q: Will this 8ft cover fit a 5.8ft Short Bed or 6.5ft Standard Bed 2007–2013 Silverado/Sierra?
A: No, tonneau covers require an exact fit—an 8ft cover will be way too long for short or standard beds. If you have a 2007–2013 Silverado/Sierra, choose 5.8ft Soft Roll-Up Cover for short beds or 6.5ft Soft Roll-Up Cover for standard beds, and always measure inside your bed from bulkhead to closed tailgate before ordering.