Realtruck.com probs; stay away!

[Jako]

Well, I read this thread way too late. Ordered a cover from them with "rapid shipping." Did not get the order processed, let alone shipped, on-time, so I cancelled it. The order is "pending cancellation," but they money is not back in my account. Will reach out to the bank shortly.

But wait, there is more.

Got a cover from another company. The deal was good, but the cover was not. I did not want to bother the vendor, so reached out to the manufacturer as indicated on the warranty card. Turns out, "Real Truck" is the manufacturer or the warranty provider. No word from them.

Did more digging, and it sounds like what some of you suspected -- Real Truck is a retail conglomerate with focus on marketing and distribution. You're not buying from mom-and-pop off-road or truck enthusiasts. The folks behind the company are corporate suits backed by private equity. And I mean, suits:

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See more at https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/realtruck.

While I can install a truck cover in under 30 minutes, I will probably go with a Line-X cover + shop installation to get lifetime warranty and local folks who can help with any issues. The local Line-X support store promptly replies to my email, and that's what counts for any purchase over $500.

Take a good look at the Line X covers. Fairly certain they are rebranded. Best wishes on your purchase,

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[StuartsFriend]

@Jako - thank you, you just answered my next question about covers that aren't Truck Hero associated. And yes, Line-X is most definitely rebranded, but lifetime warranty and having access to local shop helps.

 

[Jako]

@Jako - thank you, you just answered my next question about covers that aren't Truck Hero associated. And yes, Line-X is most definitely rebranded, but lifetime warranty and having access to local shop helps.

Thanks for the info on Line X warranty. I have a Bak Flip out of warranty that leaks some. Not all Bak Flips doing. Part of the leak problem is the design of the Ram bed. My 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 had no issues with leaks. I use an Extang snap cover on that and the covers hold up about 10 years. I've tried 4 different covers on my 2019 and they all leak, again not all the fault of the covers. The Bak seems to fit my needs but I never drive with the cover against my back window with all the issues members have with leaking rear windows.