With this Tonneu, will locking the tailgate prevent the cover from being opened?
1631515
Yes, locking the tailgate will prevent the cover from being opened. I got this tonneu to secure items in the bed, but still be able to haul large items. This cover has been great by keeping things dry and safe.
1631516
Yes - the latches are in the bed. With the tailgate closed and locked, you cannot open the latches.But the cover is pretty lightweight, so you could forcibly move / break it to access the bed.
1631517
The cover can only be opened from the inside. Need to open the tailgait to access the cargo area. The cover is soft and easily can be ripped open with a sharp object but is inexpensive to replace. If is safety you are looking for look for a metal one but they are more expensive and heavier.
1631518
The cover can only be opened from the inside. Need to open the tailgait to access the cargo area.
1631519
I use this Tonneu on a 2012 Ram 1500 and that is not an issue at all. The four clamps are within the bed itself, and the cover just overlaps onto the tailgate. There is no parts of the Tonneu that come near interfering with the locking mechanism of the tailgate. Great product for an amazing value compared to other Tonneu cover!
2229189
This cover does not lock. You pull it out like a window shade and slides into slots on both sides. There is about a 2 inch gap between the back seats and where the cover starts - apparently some back seats recline requiring this space so there is limited visibility in that 2 inch space unless you cover the front edge of your cargo or modify the cover. My mechanic said most are designed like that due to the reclining seats. This is a deterrent, not secure if someone gains entry to the vehicle.
202821
No..if your tailgate on your truck locks then the cover cannot be opened because it uses release latches that can only be opened if the tailgate is opened.
1834194
With the tailgate closed and the cover installed correctly you can lock the tailgate and you are unable to open the cover. However, you could probably break in if you had a crowbar.
1834195
You have to lock your tailgate to fully secure it. The cover itself has no lock.
2182190
Yes it does lock. My brother is the actual owner and he stores his tools in the truck thanks to this cover.
2229188
No it does not lock. It's simply a retractable cover that stays in place at the rear by hooking into recessed notches on either side of the rear opening.
1338147
Yes you can open the tailgate and leave it down and the cover will stay down and locked.
1314816
I could see where that could happen on some vehicles but the more you close it, the more it will compress, making the tailgate easier to close. If that doesn't happen, then you might need a thinner seal.
557560
You will have to have a locking tailgate. The cover is retracted by reaching under the right and left rear and releasing the clamps. No locks on cover.
1447375
There are two rubber T-Pieces that get locked in place in the tailgate when you close it.Tailgate needs to be lockable if you want it theft-proof unless you lock the bike to the loadbed. "Rack" does have a lock that locks it to the bike though.Have a look at this pic, but it really is an easy diyhttp://rackwarehouse.com.p2.hostingprod.com/images/productimages/thule/t501-2.jpg
900282
Please look on this link: http://www.mcgard.com/index.php/automotive-2/tailgate-lock Best Regards; JM
900284
Please look on this link:http://www.mcgard.com/index.php/automotive-2/tailgate-lockBest Regards;JM
1187949
No it does not. However, if your tailgate locks, then the cover is locked too
1135269
It only works if the tailgate is up and locked. If you want to be more secure, you have to put a hose clamp or a mcguard lock around the right side hinge point. This way they have difficulty removing it in the down position or if you forget to lock it.
294590
Not that I'm aware of. I have a locking tailgate on my truck and use it to secure my payload. But I don't think the cover itself is lockable.
557559
A locking tailgate would be the only way to prevent access to the bed. Keep in mind the cover is made out of a fine cloth and only helps conceal what is inside.