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Anyone have experience with Tonnoflip hard Tonneau Cover

17K views 87 replies 19 participants last post by  Nagrom  
#1 ·
I previously posted this question, but it didn't seem to appear in the general discussion thread. Maybe I didn't post correctly.

I just bought my 2024 Santa Cruz SEL. Love it, but I want a hard tonneau cover. I didn't like the roll up one that comes standard in the Activity Package and upper trims.

I found discussion of the Lomax Stance, but also found this one: TonnoFlip:Hyundai Santa Cruz Tonneau Cover | TonnoFlip

The website is minimalist. Very little information as to construction and the like. They had a link to a YouTube installation video that seems quite thorough.


I like that I don't need to glue hold clips to the roof. It shows a support strut, like the BAKFlip I had on my Nissan Frontier.

Does anybody have information as the the fit, finish, and overall quality of this product?
 
#2 ·
The problem with all hard covers is when you need the truck bed open the hard cover folds against the back window and blocks you're rear mirror view..then its' vibrating on the rear window area as you drive.. that's the reason I chose a roll up bed cover,don't block the rear window view.., and am so happy I did..
 
#3 ·
Looks clean :)

Makes you wonder if they've finally made decent affordable digital rearview mirrors yet? And most have a little squishy rubber bumper to prevent any vibration against the vehicle though, but yes rollups have advantages too. You could also use the little hidden cargo area in the bed to store a collapsible waterproof truck bed cargo bag, if you're just wanting an open bed most of the time and need to hide stuff from plain view or protect it from the elements on longer trips. All kinds of options.
 
#7 ·
I decided to go with the Lomax Stance. While I like what I saw for the TonnoFlip, I just don't trust Tonnoflip to be legit. I found too many problems checking them out, like the USPTO trademark was just filed last year (Trademark Status & Document Retrieval).

I can't find a business registration in Florida, and earlier traces of "TonnoFlip" track back to Puerto Rico. I can't verify their claim with the SBA of being veteran owned. Veteran Small Business Certification

All of their instillation videos seem to be done by the same people in the same garage around the same time. If really were thousands of satisfied customers, I would expect to real comments somewhere. All I found was a couple posts on the Toyota Tacoma forum which relates to purchases in Puerto Rico. Nothing on Ford Maverick or F150 forums, which are some of the most popular trucks. Any comments I found on other forums were answered by new members whose existence seems to be only to answer the comments about TonnoFlip. This makes me think the answers, and the very few testimonials, may be from TonnoFlip employees or owners. They have lots of presence on Facebook, Twitter (X), Pinterest, and YouTube, but all date back about a year or less. There is a Facebook Admin post on TonnoFlip's facebook account saying they are reviewing the account and may block it or cancel it altogether. We know Facebook will cancel someone for being politically incorrect, so I don't know if this means anything. There is a YouTube video answering the question , why was my TonnoFlip box opened, claiming it was a quality control inspection. Maybe, or maybe they they installed that unit to make the video, then reboxed.

Yelp gives their address as 902 Cross Prairie Pkwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 (https://www.yelp.com/biz/tonnoflip-kissimmee-2) . The listed phone number and website match the Tonnoflip website, which itself is lacking a physical address listing. Google street view shows a small commercial building housing a surveyor and lawnmower repair.

In short, it just doesn't smell right. Maybe they are real and just launching. If so, good luck to them.

Like I previously said, it looks like a very nice product, but I would advise you that if you purchase one of their tonneau covers, use a credit card with good fraud protection.
 
#10 ·
I'm not sure what this comment relates to. The Santa Cruz does not come stock with the "integrated lockable tonneau cover", as described in the Hyundai literature. That is only available for 2024 in the SEL Activity Package and higher trims. I don't know about prior years or the recently announced 2025 models. As far as the term "roll up", I have seen that term used in discussions interchangeable with "retractable" for the tonneau included in Activity and higher trims, as well as soft covers available after market, and roll-up hard covers such as the BAK Revolver 4XS (which is not available for the Santa Cruz).
 
#15 ·
I was seriously considering getting the TonnoFlip. The only thing stopping me was that it’s out of stock. You’re very thorough with your research and really made me question the legitimacy of the business. That being said, I think the TonnoFlip looks way better than the Lomax. When folded up, the Lomax panel looks huge. It looks like the TonnoFlip may actually have a smaller fourth panel that sits on the edge of the bed near the back window helping reduce the size of the other three panels. I know, you’re still unable to see out the back window, but aesthetically, a smaller panel looks better to me. So how do you like the Lomax? It sucks that it’s the only aftermarket hardcover tonneau that we have. Thanks!
 
#16 ·
I agree it is a very attractive offering. I like that you don't need to glue mounting points to the roof as with the Lomax Stance. Just can't bring myself to trust that they are a real company. Maybe, as I said, they are in the early launch phase, possibly moving from Puerto Rico to Florida after covid, but I can't bank on that. Their internet marketing is very well done, but that is all there is. I don't know Florida's laws, but I can't fine a business registration for them at that address or under that name. Good luck to them if they are an early startup. If they are real, they have a very attractive product. If you're willing to take the risk and use a credit card with good fraud protection, you could end up with what appears to be a great product at a great price, once it is back in stock.
 
#17 ·
Aloha every one,
live in Hawaii. I should have pulled trigger for the Tonneau Flip.. Now sold out..
friend of mine has the Colorado Truck. ordered the cover. $899.00 with $75.00 discount.. Shipping to Hawaii total cost $875.00 Great looking product easy to install… Great price… when they get more I will order mine. at least 4-500 dollars less than Lomax…
 
#20 ·
Glad to hear someone with actual experience with TonnoFlip. We'll see what happens when they restock. I pulled the trigger on the Lomax Stance because I didn't want to wait for more and better information to develop on the company, and for it to be back in stock again.

Also, you mentioned your friend and the $75 discount. I got that offer by subscribing to TonnoFlip's news letter. Page says $50 but the email I got said $75 with a code. Anyone deciding to get a TonnoFlip once they are back in stock can get a discount just for the asking
 
#21 ·
Some things that TonnoFlip doesn’t tell you. When open all the way it doesn’t rest against the third brake light. I probably Will take it off rather then use it open all the way. Also the installation video is edited to show the short section folding down into place. There is not room to fold it into place. It has to slid into place.

It seams to be well build and very secure. It says designed in America but doesn’t say where it was made.

I have only had it for a few weeks. It is dong what I need it to so far
 
#24 ·
Some things that TonnoFlip doesn’t tell you. When open all the way it doesn’t rest against the third brake light. I probably Will take it off rather then use it open all the way. Also the installation video is edited to show the short section folding down into place. There is not room to fold it into place. It has to slid into place.

It seams to be well build and very secure. It says designed in America but doesn’t say where it was made. View attachment 24595
I have only had it for a few weeks. It is dong what I need it to so far
Some reason thought it had adjustable arms once folded completely open.. would you mind sending a photo?
 
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Just installed the TonnoFlip… initial thoughts:

Installation is easy; HOWEVER, there’s no literature included which was a bit annoying. Instructions lead you to a YouTube video which was helpful, but having written instructions would have helped identify some of the items. For example, there are two types of belt buckles that had I known, would have saved me some time. I almost called TonnoFlip and told them I was missing parts.

It looks great Very low profile when down. You can adjust the height somewhat when completely open but not by much. Either way, you’re not seeing out the back window.

I drove it through some light rain and my bed stayed dry. Heavy rain or a car wash may be another story.

I can no longer use the auto open on my tailgate. The cover closes rather tight. It’s ok. Manual opening and closing is no problem.

The storage space within the bed is completely accessible. I think that was a problem with another hardcover.

I love it! Price was reasonable. Shipping was fast. Ordered on a Friday and got it on Thursday.
 

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#32 ·
Here is mine with new TonnoFlip cover. Am extremely pleased…
Note: if replacing the OEM Retrax system. will Send photo something You might want to cover..
TonnoFlip sits higher than OEM and mannn My Bed looks so much larger with out the large aluminum Retrax holder..
tinted my DRL. Will soon Vinyl wrap the black chrome. Installed running/blinking/stop LED light inside of the back steps.
enjoy your ride…
 

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#34 ·
Agree on OEM Cover. I took my time, i sure side rails and lip near the rear window have been securely sealed. Then begin to Install rails.. Been having plenty heavy rain past two weeks.. no leaks.. May get a drop or two when opening the tailgate.. If not dry.. owners with the OEM Retrax (I had on mine). the Left and right side panels are different than those without the OEM cover. Closest to the tail gate where you have the theee holes to mount the extender bed. With OEM cover. There is a rubber boot between the top and the Retrax. the Trucks without the OEM does not have that boot.. Being the same area is all one piece.. I will post photos. remove OEM the boot goes with the retrax. After installin aftermarket cover. There will be a space. However, those that do not have the OEM cover there will NOT be the space…
basically Google Santa Cruz with and without the OEM retrax cover. Easy to see difference in side panels… Am living with the space until I find some used side panels…