Black Friday Tonneau Deals?

Phatty · November 17, 2020

Looking for deals on Tonneau covers.
No folding, no soft shell, must have locking.
Would like something comparable to the Retrax One XR (cheapest I have found is 1299). Locking and side channels for attachments above the bed for bikes/skis, etc.
Does GM have anything going on?
If you see any good deals post them up please!

Phatty · November 17, 2020

Update:
GM is running the 25% off MSRP. They have the Embark LS Retractable Aluminum which is the same as the Retrax Pro XR with install at dealer for 1,650.35

However I do not see the Embark LS in poly on the GM website. Thats too bad, with 25% off I would snap that up in a heart beat. Does anyone know if this can be ordered from the dealer in Poly?

I can get the Retrax One XR (Poly) for 1299. But would have to install myself, which is fine, I just like having it all under warranty at the dealer if possible.

beauso79 · November 18, 2020

10 hours ago, Phatty said:

Update:
GM is running the 25% off MSRP. They have the Embark LS Retractable Aluminum which is the same as the Retrax Pro XR with install at dealer for 1,650.35

However I do not see the Embark LS in poly on the GM website. Thats too bad, with 25% off I would snap that up in a heart beat. Does anyone know if this can be ordered from the dealer in Poly?

I can get the Retrax One XR (Poly) for 1299. But would have to install myself, which is fine, I just like having it all under warranty at the dealer if possible.

This appears to be what your looking for:

https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-ls-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-associated-accessories-19419843?vin=3GCUYGET3LG363107&categoryId=98027

It indicates polycarbonate construction in the description as well. This one indicates standard bed as that's what my VIN pulled for available GM accessories for my truck. Here is the Embark Aluminum I believe you were alluding to earlier:

https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-max-aluminum-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-–-associated-accessories-19416972?vin=3GCUYGET3LG363107

So, you are a big fan of the Embark LS with the poly construction?? I've been looking at multiple options for a retractable tonneau cover for my truck. I was leaning towards a Gatortrax MX retractable tonneau cover until I saw your comment on the Embark LS. If I can get one of those on Black Friday through GM for 25% off I might take a good look.

beauso79 · November 18, 2020

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Edited November 18, 2020 by beauso79
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Phatty · November 18, 2020

8 hours ago, beauso79 said:

This appears to be what your looking for:

https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-ls-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-associated-accessories-19419843?vin=3GCUYGET3LG363107&categoryId=98027

It indicates polycarbonate construction in the description as well. This one indicates standard bed as that's what my VIN pulled for available GM accessories for my truck. Here is the Embark Aluminum I believe you were alluding to earlier:

https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-max-aluminum-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-–-associated-accessories-19416972?vin=3GCUYGET3LG363107

So, you are a big fan of the Embark LS with the poly construction?? I've been looking at multiple options for a retractable tonneau cover for my truck. I was leaning towards a Gatortrax MX retractable tonneau cover until I saw your comment on the Embark LS. If I can get one of those on Black Friday through GM for 25% off I might take a good look.

So both of those you posted are the aluminum covers. The difference is the LS has the rail slot for Crossbar attachments, hence why its $100 more.
The poly version NON-LS is here for $1259:
https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-poly-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-associated-accessories-19416970?year=2020&make=Chevrolet&model=Silverado 1500&modelId=491&body=Crew Cab Pickup&bodyId=22&wheel=Standard Box&wheelId=652&trim=LT&trimId=430&drive=4WD&driveId=8&engine=3.0L L6 DIESEL&engineId=17881&bodyNumDoors=5&categoryId=98027

They do not appear to sell the LS in a poly. I tried calling a couple dealers yesterday and never got through to an actual parts representative... surprise, surprise.

beauso79 · November 18, 2020

10 minutes ago, Phatty said:

So both of those you posted are the aluminum covers. The difference is the LS has the rail slot for Crossbar attachments, hence why its $100 more.
The poly version NON-LS is here for $1259:
https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-poly-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-associated-accessories-19416970?year=2020&make=Chevrolet&model=Silverado 1500&modelId=491&body=Crew Cab Pickup&bodyId=22&wheel=Standard Box&wheelId=652&trim=LT&trimId=430&drive=4WD&driveId=8&engine=3.0L L6 DIESEL&engineId=17881&bodyNumDoors=5&categoryId=98027

They do not appear to sell the LS in a poly. I tried calling a couple dealers yesterday and never got through to an actual parts representative... surprise, surprise.

So do they have the description wrong on the Chevy/GM Accessories website wrong then??

https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-ls-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-associated-accessories-19419843?vin=3GCUYGET3LG363107&categoryId=98027

I see Polycarbonate Construction but nothing indicating Aluminum in the description. From the link above:

MSRP $1,929.00*

Unique Trax Rail design allows for rack and accessory compatibility that offers enhanced hauling options (Thule Cross rails sold separately)
The rigid polycarbonate construction helps provide impact resistance and UV protection, and will hold up to 500 lbs. evenly distributed — easily supporting heavy loads
Sealed Ball Bearing Design which allows the cover to roll maintenance free without binding, and be key lockable in any position
Patented Flush Front Cover for a low profile appearance and minimizing water intrusion
Exposed stake pockets
UV treated to help with protection from sun
Kit includes, Tonneau cover, hardware and keys

Phatty · November 18, 2020

44 minutes ago, beauso79 said:

So do they have the description wrong on the Chevy/GM Accessories website wrong then??

https://accessories.chevrolet.com/product/standard-bed-embark-ls-retractable-tonneau-cover-by-advantage-associated-accessories-19419843?vin=3GCUYGET3LG363107&categoryId=98027

I see Polycarbonate Construction but nothing indicating Aluminum in the description. From the link above:

MSRP $1,929.00*

Unique Trax Rail design allows for rack and accessory compatibility that offers enhanced hauling options (Thule Cross rails sold separately)

The rigid polycarbonate construction helps provide impact resistance and UV protection, and will hold up to 500 lbs. evenly distributed — easily supporting heavy loads

Sealed Ball Bearing Design which allows the cover to roll maintenance free without binding, and be key lockable in any position

Patented Flush Front Cover for a low profile appearance and minimizing water intrusion

Exposed stake pockets

UV treated to help with protection from sun

Kit includes, Tonneau cover, hardware and keys

Yes It appears to be the wrong description. The Poly will only hold up to 200lbs. Aluminum will hold 500.

https://retrax.com/retraxone-xr/2020/gmc/sierra-1500

beauso79 · November 24, 2020

On 11/18/2020 at 10:48 AM, Phatty said:

Yes It appears to be the wrong description. The Poly will only hold up to 200lbs. Aluminum will hold 500.

https://retrax.com/retraxone-xr/2020/gmc/sierra-1500

So, are you not a fan of the Aluminum construction option or do you just like the price point of the Polycarbonate construction better? I was just wondering why your preferred the Poly option?

Phatty · November 25, 2020

On 11/23/2020 at 8:13 PM, beauso79 said:

So, are you not a fan of the Aluminum construction option or do you just like the price point of the Polycarbonate construction better? I was just wondering why your preferred the Poly option?

I love aluminum. I just think its overkill for a cover. I'm not going to be standing up on it and the poly will hold up to weather just fine. My truck is parked in garage and gets taken out for mtn biking, snowmobiling, camping, basically play time or family trips etc. Hard to justify extra $500 for aluminum when it doesn't really benefit my situation at all.

beauso79 · November 25, 2020

1 hour ago, Phatty said:

I love aluminum. I just think its overkill for a cover. I'm not going to be standing up on it and the poly will hold up to weather just fine. My truck is parked in garage and gets taken out for mtn biking, snowmobiling, camping, basically play time or family trips etc. Hard to justify extra $500 for aluminum when it doesn't really benefit my situation at all.

Understandable......Personally I like the Tri-Fold options so you can utilize the entire truck bed. The problem is I can't find a Tri-Fold that allows it to be locked partially opened/closed. So, when I put a dog crate in the back and have to fold it mostly open and then nothing is left protected. Unless you are aware of any? Being able to lock these covers anywhere along the rail is ideal

redwngr · November 25, 2020

Al vs poly?

Aluminum will hold more, but if there is weight on it (someone stands/walks on for example) there is a good chance that the coating will get scratched. If scratched thru the coating -- the al colour will show.

Poly isn't rated to hold as much.

If it does get scratched -- it's still black.

Had poly version on last truck.

Since GM decided to change the box sizes an new one is required.

Another poly is on the way.

Justin Vaughn · November 25, 2020

2 hours ago, Phatty said:

I love aluminum. I just think its overkill for a cover. I'm not going to be standing up on it and the poly will hold up to weather just fine. My truck is parked in garage and gets taken out for mtn biking, snowmobiling, camping, basically play time or family trips etc. Hard to justify extra $500 for aluminum when it doesn't really benefit my situation at all.

I agree - even if I'm strapping bags on top, I don't think it would ever see 200lb of gear.

Besides, $500 goes a loooong way on the mtb...that's a nice rear wheel, custom suspension tune, used to be what you could get a new fork for!

Phatty · November 25, 2020

9 minutes ago, Justin Vaughn said:

I agree - even if I'm strapping bags on top, I don't think it would ever see 200lb of gear.

Besides, $500 goes a loooong way on the mtb...that's a nice rear wheel, custom suspension tune, used to be what you could get a new fork for!

Im looking at the Retrax One XR model that has the slot in the side rail to attach cross bars to put on extra storage bins, bike racks, skis, etc. So i wont ever strap anything to the cover itself.
And like beauso79, the option to slide and lock is important to me.

Ive been waiting on Retrax to get a black friday deal out, every other tonneau cover company has 15-30% off. Id do the 25% off from GM in a heartbeat if it was the right version. Hopefully Retrax announces something today...

Phatty · November 25, 2020

12 minutes ago, Phatty said:

Im looking at the Retrax One XR model that has the slot in the side rail to attach cross bars to put on extra storage bins, bike racks, skis, etc. So i wont ever strap anything to the cover itself.
And like beauso79, the option to slide and lock is important to me.

Ive been waiting on Retrax to get a black friday deal out, every other tonneau cover company has 15-30% off. Id do the 25% off from GM in a heartbeat if it was the right version. Hopefully Retrax announces something today...

And within seconds of posting, Retrax announces 15% off sitewide.

On the retrax site with 15% and taxes it came to 1,275.38

I went to https://tonneaucovered.com/ and called them. $1169 free shipping, no tax. Placed my order. Retrax One XR, 6'7" standard bed.

The standard embark poly from GMC with the 25% off and tax would have been $1035. Feel like I did pretty well. since the xr is usually $100 over the standard poly I would have only saved $34 had I been able to get it through GMC.

Good luck and happy shopping guys!

Edited November 25, 2020 by Phatty
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Justin Vaughn · November 26, 2020

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7 hours ago, Phatty said:

Im looking at the Retrax One XR model that has the slot in the side rail to attach cross bars to put on extra storage bins, bike racks, skis, etc. So i wont ever strap anything to the cover itself.
And like beauso79, the option to slide and lock is important to me.

Ive been waiting on Retrax to get a black friday deal out, every other tonneau cover company has 15-30% off. Id do the 25% off from GM in a heartbeat if it was the right version. Hopefully Retrax announces something today...

Ideally I wouldn't either, but it would be easy to add a couple strap points on the rail and strap across/etc without incurring the $500 expense of getting crossbars, basket, etc setup and having to deal with storage when not in use. I have a THULE rooftop bag that would be perfect to toss on top and strap to the rails. A bit unrefined, I know...lol.

@phatty - if you're ever interested in a KNOLLY, let me know, I can get you hooked up!