07-23-2020, 06:19 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2014 Camaro RS 2LT convertible Join Date: Jul 2020
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Tonneau Cover: do you use it?
I have discussions about not using a Tonneau Cover. I don’t cover up in town under 45 mph or so, but I can’t imagine not using it at highway speeds. I see the fabric of the top in the rearview and it’s not exactly sitting still. I even see some folks selling theirs- https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=579100
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07-24-2020, 06:40 AM | #2 |
Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Convertible 6MT Join Date: Jun 2020
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I use mine for the same reasons you bring up. That being said, biggest issue is that it’s a little inconvenient to take on and off when going on short trips (I don’t leave the top down when not in the car).
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07-24-2020, 02:35 PM | #3 |
Drives: 2015 2SS White Convertible CE/INDY Join Date: Mar 2016
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I will put on when going on the highway but for small local trips, I do not.
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07-26-2020, 02:13 AM | #4 |
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I'll use when I know I'll be on the highway or a long trip. You have to protect not just the top, but the mechanisms. That being said, a quick drive around town, I may not bother. I wish they weren't so expensive because I would love to have one in reserve.
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07-26-2020, 01:21 PM | #5 |
Drives: 2014 Camaro RS 2LT convertible Join Date: Jul 2020
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Here’s a link showing a solution for the cover lifting up and potentially going airborne. Might save a few hundred dollars to make the modification now.
https://www.moderncamaro.com/threads...3/#post-677649 |
07-26-2020, 03:24 PM | #6 |
Drives: 12 2SS/RS L99,11 2SS/RS LS3totaled Join Date: Jun 2019
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i have had 2 convertibles and i would never have another. there is alot you have to put up with for the limited use you get out of it. hats off to ya,you must be dedicated vert lovers.
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07-26-2020, 05:58 PM | #7 |
Drives: 2011 VR SS Vert Join Date: Aug 2015
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Yeah, put in on most times.
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07-27-2020, 06:59 AM | #8 | |
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07-27-2020, 07:29 AM | #9 |
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She rarely has the top up.
I leave the cover on.
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07-28-2020, 04:30 PM | #10 |
Drives: 2015 2SS White Convertible CE/INDY Join Date: Mar 2016
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The newer tonneau tops have these bunge cords on them that the old ones didn't. I can't say for certain, but I think the problem with them flying off on the newer styles is almost non-existent if installed correctly. The first time I used mine I almost lost it until I noticed I installed it incorrectly but since then, it's worked perfectly fine for me.
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07-28-2020, 09:20 PM | #11 |
Drives: 2017 Chevy Camaro Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Florida
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Other than providing security for your cargo area. A tonneau cover will help with your truck's fuel efficiency. I wonder if it has the same effect on a convertible car.
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08-12-2020, 01:07 PM | #12 |
Drives: early 2011 Camaro convertible Join Date: Jul 2014
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I use the cover when on the highway. I had the top start to wear from flopping around on highway without cover . the dealer replaced the top while still in warranty with the corded top.
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09-28-2020, 08:50 PM | #13 |
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Mine is on 95% of the time.
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