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Anyone have a RLD Design canopy?

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by AggiePhil, Aug 26, 2020.

  1. Apr 6, 2021 at 8:15 AM
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    Hi I will, but expect about 1 month to receive.
     
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  2. Apr 6, 2021 at 9:41 AM
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    Who did you order it from?
     
  3. Apr 6, 2021 at 9:44 AM
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    I am based in Dubai, so direct from South Africa, but there is an importer in USA already. Just Google RLD canopy USA.
     
  4. Apr 16, 2021 at 12:20 PM
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    Lots.
    I’ve had an RLD canopy for a little over a year. I have been 95% happy with it so far, my only complaints stemming from mild manufacturing imperfections that do not impede its performance at all. The canopy has held up to water through two wet Washington falls and winters almost flawlessly, hundreds of miles off-road, many of which were in the Utah desert (where it also proved functionality of the dust positive pressure intake), and big snow up at the local resorts. The RSI was not available yet at my time of purchase, and while I think I like the lines a bit better, I am not a fan of the fact that it comes in pieces. The RLD canopy is likely the toughest canopy on the market for the Tundra. 10/10 would buy again.
     
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  5. Apr 16, 2021 at 7:51 PM
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    Thanks for the review, I look forward to getting mine.
     
  6. Apr 16, 2021 at 7:54 PM
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    Can you post some photos?
     
  7. Apr 16, 2021 at 8:45 PM
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    You can see some videos on www.rlddesign.co.za
     
  8. Apr 16, 2021 at 11:13 PM
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    Oh, I've watched plenty of photos and looked at plenty of videos. Probably all of them on YouTube. I'd still like to see photos of PNW's rig.
     
  9. Apr 20, 2021 at 2:40 PM
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    Well, I'm ready to buy but apparently nobody has one in stock. Unless I find one hiding somewhere, it looks like it'll be several months before I can have one. :frusty:
     
  10. May 4, 2021 at 9:09 AM
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    Yeah there is high demand, and shipping production is causing a bottle neck. Good luck.
     
  11. May 13, 2021 at 4:48 PM
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    So got my Canopy from RLD, very easy to install, since it is heavy, we used our warehouse forklift.

    Finish is very good, and gullwings close smoothly with little effort. The cavity are going to be great, now time to get my water, and electrical installed.

    20210511_054409.jpg
     
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  12. May 13, 2021 at 5:06 PM
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    Gorgeous! Can we see some regular pics w/o all the awnings in the way though? Thanks!
     
  13. May 24, 2021 at 12:58 PM
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    I just ordered one. :bananadance:

    Estimating a 3-4 month lead time. Way better than the RSI lead time of no earlier than December.

    I like that it's beefier and one solid piece vs something to be assembled. I have a feeling it will be a better fit overall. IDK, we'll see! Wish me luck.
     
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  14. Jun 4, 2021 at 4:00 PM
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    Hi I just got mine fitted. Thus far this is my first and only canopy, so can't compare too much. The canopy is easy to fit, needs for 4 men to lift on to the bed.

    The mounting hardware is just 13mm bolts and nuts. Use the largest washers for the horizontal bolts, and only hand tools, don't use an impact, as it ruins the thread due to the torque and twist on bolt.

    3rd brake light is easy, and the supplied wire splice are very high grade.
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  15. Jun 19, 2021 at 4:32 PM
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    Out of curiosity, what do y'all think about the possibility of a RLD Design cap for a 3rd gen truck working on a future 4th gen truck? Assuming the same bed length, of course. I'm happy with my 3rd gen for now, but may want a 4th gen in a few years. Would hate to have to deal with buying another $4,000 canopy when that time comes. Again, thoughts?
     

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