1. What is the Armor Lid Tonneau Cover made of?
2. What is High Impact ABS polymer?
3. Does your product warp or discolor when direct sunlight is on it?
4. Can the Armor Lid be painted?
5. Is the surface of Armor Lid smooth or textured?
6. What colors does Armor Lid come in?
7. How easy is it to take off my truck?
8. Can I add a bike rack, spoiler or truck bed rails to my Armor Lid?
9. Can I lock cargo/personal items in the bed of my truck with Armor Lid?
10. Can I open the tailgate when the lid is in the closed position?
12. Do you have a universal application to fit any truck?
13. Is there any drilling required to install this cover?
14. Can I install this on my truck if I have a bedliner?
15. Will my cargo stay dry from the elements/car washes?
16. For Nissan and Toyota trucks, can I still use the tie down cleats on my Utility Track System?
17. Where is the serial number located?
18. Will the Armor Lid Tonneau Cover rub the paint on my truck?
1. What is the Armor Lid Tonneau Cover made of?
Armor Lid is made from automotive grade ABS plastics and UV protective polymers. These plastics have been proven in the automotive industry from such companies as Toyota, Honda and Lexus over the past 10 years. It is specifically designed not to warp or disfigure under direct sunlight. When compared to fiberglass or soft tonneau covers, nothing compares to Armor Lids level of durability, strength, and functionality in a tonneau cover.
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2. What is High Impact ABS polymer?
ABS Polymers are made up of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene. ABS plastics are highly versatile products that possess superior strength and performance with an economical cost. This high impact ABS is combined with other polymers prevent UV rays from chemically breaking down ABS plastic in harsh weather conditions providing a strong, durable product that will last for years on your vehicle. Your Armor Lid Tonneau Cover is made of the highest quality automotive grade ABS polymers on the market.
3. Does your product warp or discolor when direct sunlight is on it?
All composite plastic materials expand and contract with hot and cold. Our patented Triplex 3 layer design prevents this from happening at a minimum. This does not affect the fit or function of your cover as it is almost unnoticeable. Since we use the highest grade ABS plastic, your cover will never fade in direct sunlight even for years to come. That is why we have the industries best warranty at 5 years!
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4. Can the Armor Lid be painted?
Yes, but the Armor Lid texture will effect the color. Painting over this special ABS plastic compound will make it difficult for paint to last for extended periods of time in harsh weather conditions. Painting your Armor Lid is an option for you but by doing so you give up the durability to walk on or work around this surface without scratching it. The choice is yours!
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5. Is the surface of Armor Lid smooth or textured?
We offer a rugged texture to resist scratches from normal wear and tear. It is our goal that our product lasts and looks good for years on your vehicle.
6. What colors does Armor Lid come in?
Armor Lid only comes in our scratch resistant black finish.
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7. How easy is it to take off my truck?
In under 2 minutes you can have this cover off your truck and hanging on your wall. We include wall mounting hardware in each kit. Just simply pull on the quick release strut mechanism (see video) and remove the two rings at the front of the cover.
8. Can I add a bike rack, spoiler or truck bed rails to my Armor Lid?
Yes but it will void the manufacturer warranty if you drill into your cover. This cover is not designed to have luggage rack or other items fastened to the cover itself while driving. For liability purposes, it is best to strap items on top of the cover and onto the vehicle body or frame to prevent the lid from blowing off your truck while driving.
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9. Can I lock cargo/personal items in the bed of my truck with Armor Lid?
Yes. This is what its primary design was meant to be used for. Armor Lid has two locking mechanisms that secure it in place providing you with a weather tight “trunk” space for your truck.
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10. Can I open the tailgate when the lid is in the closed position?
No. Because our design contours and curves over your truck bed rail, it does not allow you to open your back tailgate when the lid is closed. See Video. If your truck has a lockable tailgate, it will provide additional security for your personal items.
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Yes. Our thick, durable design will allow place over 1000 lbs on top however, we do not recommend standing or jumping on any tonneau cover for fear of slipping and falling which may result in personal injury. See Video
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12. Do you have a universal application to fit any truck?
No. Each Armor Lid is specifically designed to exactly match your truck bed. It contours around your truck bed wrapping over the tail gate and bed rail providing a weather tight, secure fit!
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13. Is there any drilling required to install this cover?
No. The installation is easy and only takes about 15-20 minutes. You only have to attach 4 brackets to each corner of your truck bed, align the cover, clip on the shocks and that’s it! Plain and simple.
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14. Can I install this on my truck if I have a bedliner?
Yes. If you have an over-the-rail bedliner you must trim the area where the brackets lay on the truck bed. If you have an under-the-rail bedliner, only minor trimming is required. Refer to the do’s and don’ts with bedliners on the instruction page.
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15. Will my cargo stay dry from the elements/car washes?
Yes. Our double bulb seal is installed around the perimeter of the lid on the underside. When your lid is closed and locked down, it provides a tight seal on your truck bed rail keeping your cargo dry.
16. For Nissan and Toyota trucks, can I still use the tie down cleats on my Utility Track System?
Yes. Some applications require you to install the lid on the Utility Track Rail System. The Nissan Titan (with track system), Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Tundra (with track system) are models in which you have to install on this track. After installation, you can still use the tie down cleats. Refer to installation of these models for more information.
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17. Where is the serial number located?
It is on the underside on the driver front corner.
18. Will the Armor Lid Tonneau Cover rub the paint on my truck?
Armor Lid has been designed to fit closely to the body lines of your vehicle. If properly installed square on the truck bed, it is unlikely that rubbing will occur. If this is a major concern then we recommend that an aftermarket tailgate protector and bed rail caps are installed. Many experienced truck owners install these items and is the preferred method of installation with authorized dealers of Armor Lid.
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19. What is ArmorBondTM Technology?
ArmorBondTM is industrial strength compression bonding technology. This revolutionary process uses hydraulics to compress three layers of ABS plastic together. With a high performance bonding agent and a 24 hour cure time, the end result is one synergistic piece of ABS material known as Armor Lid.
