DIY tonneau cover?

[lexluthier72]

Finally a couple days in a row of SUN.....I can get the velcro on the truck today! :banana:

[lexluthier72]

Hey All, Here is an update: I got 2 crossmembers installed. The rod is 1/2inch conduit. the "rod cups" are PVC. There will be 3 of them, but the hardware store ran out of pvc. Here's the crossmembers:

 

 

And....Here is the cover installed:

 

 

It may take a couple days for the canvas to relax onto the bed rail/tailgate. We used a marine grade spray on waterproofing for canvas. It's supposed to rain tonight...we shall see.... :D

[vaquaro]

Very nice job :thumbsup:

[lexluthier72]

Thanks Mister!

[lexluthier72]

For anyone considering making one of these. Have them unfold the canvas at the store and carefully examine it. I have already found a few defects in the weave of the canvas that I'm going to have to sew shut, and re-water proof.