Have you been searching for the right ute covers in Brisbane and not really having a lot of luck? Whether you have a modern ute or an older ute, a soft tonneau cover may fit the bill.
What is a Soft Tonneau Cover?
A tonneau is the section of your ute that is open at the top – what you would know as your cargo area. Tonneau covers are available in both hard and soft versions but they all have the same job – to cover the open area, secure and protect items.
Since you are required to have your load covered and secured when driving a ute, a tonneau cover is the perfect solution for most people for day to day use.
These covers tend to be made of aluminum, vinyl and plastic, making them the least expensive option. The cover is attached at the front of the tray (behind the cab) and pulled to the rear of the tray. The edges are then secured by clips or ropes.
The big benefit of soft tonneau covers is that they can generally be removed from the vehicle, allowing you the additional height space when needed.
You may find that you do need to install one or two steel support bars across the tray to prevent the cover from sagging.
Type of Soft Tonneau Covers
There are three types of soft tonneau covers, including:
Clip On: this cover simply clips onto a rail that runs along the top of the tray.
Bungee: This cover has stretchy loops that can be hooked over hooks or buttons that have been installed along the tray.
Rope: A stretchy rope can be threaded through the eyelets on the cover, and then looped over hooks or buttons on the side of the tray.
Not sure which one to choose? Talk to our friendly team so we can help you decide which type of soft cover best suits your dual cab and single cab ute needs.
Are soft tonneau covers worth it?
These covers certainly are worth the investment, particularly if you leave tools or equipment in your car overnight. Soft tonneau covers can provide a level of protection from the rain – for light rain they protect your vehicle with no issues, but in heavier storms you may find that there is some leaking. On top of this, tonneau covers can help reduce the sound coming from the back of your vehicle.
Depending on your day to date needs, soft tonneau covers are worth investing in.
How Can I Lock a Tonneau Cover?
This is a question we hear regularly and we understand. Soft tonneau covers protect anything you have in your une by keeping it out of sight and out of direct weather elements. They keep honest people honest and discourage those who are just looking for something easy to steal.
Soft tonneau covers include a built-in lock that helps to keep the cover in place even when you need to have your tailgate down. This is perfect for those times you need to carry longer equipment or things like timber.
The downside to a soft cover is that they don’t offer a lot of resistance. If someone really wants to get into the bed of your ute, they can.
If you are looking for complete security, a hard tonneau cover is the better option. While both hard and soft covers keep your belongings out of view of people passing by, hard covers provide a better level of security.
Carmen’s Auto can help you find the right soft tonneau cover for your ute. Come and see our friendly team today.
