Does anyone know of a backrack that fits a Tacoma with a 6ft bed and the OEM tri-fold cover? I want to keep my bed cover to avoid shoveling snow out of the bed. I need the backrack for work, specifically for an oversized pilot car, to mount CB/VHF antennas and hazard lights.
Yeah, I have the correct brackets for a toolbox, the problem isn’t a problem but just a byproduct of how the Tacoma’s bed is designed, as well as how the mounting points for the back rack are installed. The real issue is that since I have a short bed, I am paranoid about losing any space, so coming up with a solution to gain back a couple of inches is more of a personal thing, not trying to knock back. I think they’ve made as good a product as they can for universal fitment. I’ll try to take a picture of what I’m talking about just as an FYI to others, as well as my proposed solution if I can make it work.
Finding a backrack that works with a tri-fold tonneau cover can be challenging.
Challenges
Folding Mechanism: Tri-fold tonneau covers fold at specific points along the bed, limiting the space available for mounting a backrack.
Mounting Points: Backracks typically mount on the bed rails, which might be obstructed by the tonneau cover’s folding mechanism.
Workarounds
Over-the-Bedrack Tonneau Cover: Some manufacturers offer tonneau covers designed to work with over-the-bed racks. These covers typically fold upwards and drape over the backrack when opened, though they may be pricier than traditional tri-fold covers.
Aftermarket Backrack with Adapters: Some aftermarket backrack companies offer bed rack adapters or brackets to work with specific tonneau covers. Check with the backrack manufacturer to see if they offer a compatible solution for your OEM tri-fold cover.
Recommended Backrack Brands
- UpTop Overland
- Yakima
- Rhino Rack
- Prinsu Rack
Key Points to Remember
- Not all backracks will work with a tri-fold tonneau cover.
- Check with the backrack manufacturer for confirmed compatibility with your OEM tri-fold cover.
- Consider an over-the-bedrack tonneau cover if you can’t find a compatible backrack solution.