Pics of hard cover install and review.

[NUBlackshirts]

I finally got around to taking some pics of the hard cargo cover I bought on Ebay from YFZRIDER32. I really like the cover. It fits the back contours almost perfectly. Really quiets down any interior noise from the back, almost like a sedan now. Very good quality and construction. It was easy to install and remove. This is a good thing since the only bad part is you have to completely remove it if you want to haul any large objects. Here's a close-up of the clips to attach the cross bars....

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Here's the cross bars in place...

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The cargo cover showing the underside where it mounts to the cross bars...

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Installed...

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Last one taken with the hatch open. Here you can see how closely it matches the shape of the cargo area...

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[slvrvibes]

Looks good.

[4X4CHICHI]

very nice

[damronjr]

Cool!

[joholste]

wow that is a very clean looking hard rear cover.

[BlueCrush]

Very nice work!

[kerrykerrykerry]

how sturdy are those crossbars? Are they in there pretty tight, meaning that you cannot jiggle them with your hands? How much did you pay for all of this? I think i may just want the crossbars if they are actually in there TIGHT, and for the right price of course

[northvibe]

looks nice!

[NUBlackshirts]

The crossbars are in pretty tight. The guy made them just short enough to fit with minimal side movement. The bars are non-adjustable. Grand total was around $95 including shipping. It came in one big long box.I was thinking about using it to bolt a Bazooka tube subwoofer on the underside Do you guys think that would work? Here's the info that he posted in the Ebay listing...Area was scanned utilizing an Optical Scanner and CAD tools for Design Solid Board Construction Top wrapped and bonded with High Quality 1/4 Nap Black Automotive Carpet Simple and Unique Installation (No tools necessary to install) Can be added or removed in Minutes if necessary Tight Snug fit and all attachments are rubber or plastic coated for vibration purposes Professional Clean Look Will support up to 40 lbs distributed across area Can be modified to house up to two 10" Subwoofers

[crazytrain]

NUBlackshirts, thank you so much for posting those pics! Looks great man! I'm very interested in getting that as I carry alot of equipment with me and would like to be able to hide it from prying eyes. The stock cargo cover just isn't doing anything for me.Would it be at all possible to measure the height from the cargo floor to the bottom of the crossbars? I use these drawers to store cables & adapters and I'd like to know if it will fit before spending the money & energy installing. If my drawers are an inch too high then this cover ain't gonna work, unless I find a new drawer system.

[GrayFox]

That's cool

[NUBlackshirts]

Crazytrain: Will get some measurements today for you.

[Katscan]

That seems like something that could be easily replicated by anyone with the right tools.

[ZubenElGenubi]

Thanks for the great post, NUBs. Are those little bungee cords attatched at each end of the pipe? That's an interesting design (to pull the loops inward and keep the pipes in them). I wonder why he just didn't attach a downward bend/hook at each end instead. The idea of two rigid pipes supporting the platform is a big problem solver because it adds strength to the deck and frees up the design of the desk to be foldable/collapsable. Methinks I'll be going back to the drawing board a bit!

[NUBlackshirts]

Crazytrain: About 14.25" from the bottom of the crossbar to the floor of the cargo area. That's measuring with the GM cargo mat in place. Maybe gain a little more room without the mat.ZEG: I'm not sure how they are attached to the pipes, but they seem to be very secure. I'm guessing he did it this way in order to get as tight a clearance as he could while still making the install easy. i think a lip on the ends might not hold as well.Do you guys think a Bazooka subwoofer could be mounted to the underside of the hard cover? Says it will hold up to 40 lbs, so weight isn't an issue. I just wonder if it would affect the way the sub would sound?

[black05vibe]

Hello,I am the individual who sells this product as well as other vibe products on e-bay. Will try and answer any and all questions.Thank you first off for the positive review - it's is appreciated.Small bungee cords are permanetely attached utilzing a small comressed clip the is rivited to the rod.Clips may seem simple at the end, but honestly not that simple to just 'make'. Also, the ends of the rods are covered with rubber that eliminate metal to metal contact. Also needed a design to take in consideration of slight vehicle variation.The rods are fairly strong, and can carry a decent load so long as the cargo cover is attached - it's about the distribution of weight. For just testing purposes I dropped a 60lb bag of Sand on top of the Cargo cover - it was about 32 inches long and drove around with it with no problems. I estimate that it would carry an easy 40lbs across this area.Someone mentioned that with the correct tools one could build themselves. Very much true! But don't underestimate the amount of time and equiment it might take - not to mention cost. For my particular design, which I had 3 different prototypes that I tried and wasn't satified, this is the tools and materials I utilized.Tools: Jig Saw (cutting of board)Belt Sander (smotting large curves)Palm Sander (smooting of edges and holes)Dril Motor (drilling of holes)Pop Rivit Gun (pop rivits)Wire Crimpers ( bungee attachents)Heat Gun (application of rubber covers)Stapler (both spring and air)Drill bits (metal and wood)Countersink (metal and wood)Paint Brush, utility knives, screw driversMaterial and basic costs, that you would pay (aproximate) Remember you can't always just buy one thing you need - not to mention even finding the items.Board -5 to 7 dollars...Carpet - 6 to 8 dollars (I utilized a high quality)Rods - 3 to 4 dollarsClips, Rod - 2 to 3 dollarsBungee - 2 dollarsPaint, Primer, and final coat - 5 dollarsMisc Hardware, bolts, pop rivits, clips, staples 2 dollars3M Spray Adhesive 7 to 10 dollarsTotal Cost of material 32 to 41 Dollars. Oviously you can choose another path, less quality, less steps, different design, etc.Now for the things you can't just buy. A pattern that fits this area - don't think you can just utilize the Soft Cover. It is a good starting point, but doesn't fit the area correctly once you take in consideration of height and attachement methods. Also, my design fits flush from the back seats the rear hatch.How much time you will need depends on what direction or design or quality you desire. My design is complete and well tested and it still takes me 2 to 3 hours to construct competley and box - and I have patterns, fixtures and jigs - I'm kinda picky about things.Just a heads up of the level of effort and time. I encourage anyone to do this themselves. It is a great little project and I have/had a lot of fun with this. But, for those who would are not ready to tackle this, my product is an option.Aaron

[Mrizzle05]

just wanted to say that was a nice lil reply there. glad you can join.I appriciated the overview of what you did to make this and the advice you gave. If i could buy one in the near future... your the one ill be messaging or ebay-purchasing.Thanks

[Toasted7]

That is quite an impressive hard-cover... I like it a lot. Glad to see you can join the site, thanks for the great post!

[NUBlackshirts]

Aaron - Glad to see you joined genvibe! The cover works great!