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  3. Retractable - Manual
  4. Not Rack Compatible
  5. Flush Profile - Inside Bed Rails
  6. Aluminum and Vinyl
Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black
Pace Edwards

Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black

Part Number: 311-SWFA19A45
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You can install this retractable, hard tonneau cover on your vehicle in about 10 minutes, and you can completely remove it just as quickly for full bed access. Aluminum and vinyl deck has strength of a hard cover and seamless look of a soft cover. Great Prices for the best tonneau cover from Pace Edwards. Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black part number 311-SWFA19A45 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Pace Edwards Tonneau Cover - 311-SWFA19A45

  • Retractable - Manual
  • Not Rack Compatible
  • Flush Profile - Inside Bed Rails
  • Pace Edwards
  • Aluminum and Vinyl
  • Vinyl Grain
  • Opens at Tailgate

You can install this retractable, hard tonneau cover on your vehicle in about 10 minutes, and you can completely remove it just as quickly for full bed access. Aluminum and vinyl deck has strength of a hard cover and seamless look of a soft cover.


Features:

  • Custom-fit, retractable tonneau cover protects your cargo and your vehicle's bed from the elements
  • Cover can be installed or completely removed by 1 person in approximately 10 minutes
    • Requires only a wrench and screwdriver - no drilling
  • Retractable design offers easy access to your bed
    • Pinch grips underneath rear plate automatically retract cover when squeezed
    • Tension spring allows cover to open smoothly
    • Stored cover won't restrict rear window visibility
  • Integrated pull strap lets you deploy cover quickly
    • Closed cover secures truck bed when used in conjunction with locked tailgate
  • Space-saving canister protects retracted cover from the elements to extend life of cover
    • Compact, angled design allows for maximum useable cargo space in bed
    • Drain tubes funnel water from canister out through hole in truck bed floor
  • Low-profile cover sits inside truck bed rails for a flush look
    • Aerodynamic style reduces wind drag and helps to improve gas mileage
  • Black vinyl fabric bonded to rigid aluminum panels offers a seamless, stylish look
  • Weather-resistant materials keep water and debris from entering the truck bed
    • Foam seal installs under rails and canister at bulkhead
    • Large seal at the rear of the bed closes the gap between the cover and tailgate
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Canister dimensions: 9-1/4" tall x 9-3/4" deep
  • 2-Year limited warranty


The Switchblade retractable hard tonneau cover provides you with security and weather protection for your truck bed, easy accessibility to your cargo, and the flexibility to haul large items that require full bed capacity whenever needed. You can install the cover without assistance in approximately 10 minutes, and you can completely remove it from your vehicle's bed just as quickly. The tonneau deck is constructed of a vinyl fabric top sheet that is bonded to rigid aluminum panels, combining the seamless appearance of a soft cover with the security features of a hard cover.


Simple, 1-Person Installation

Installing Switchblade


To install the cover, set the canister on the bulkhead of your truck. Make sure that it's square with your bed. Bolt the side rails to the tabs on the canister.


Secure the rails to your truck bed side rails using 2 clamps per side. Slide the clamp onto the rail, flip the pivot arm up so it is under the bed rail lip, and tighten the clamp in place with the twist knob. Shims are included for trucks with tapered beds.


Installing kickstand


Each clamp at the tailgate end of the rails has a supplemental kickstand to help level the rails and prevent overtightening during installation. To install the kickstand, simply slide it into the grip handle at the bottom of the clamp. Rotate the kickstand so the foot rests squarely against the side wall of the truck bed, and tighten in place.


Installing top plate of Switchblade


Mount the top cover plate to the canister with the included hardware. Attach the drain tubes to the canister and route each tube out of the OEM drain holes in the floor of your bed.


To hold the pull strap off the floor of your truck bed, apply the adhesive hook-and-loop fastener strip onto the underside of a rail at your desired location.


Remove or Reinstall in 10 Minutes

After the initial installation, the tonneau cover can be completely removed or reinstalled in approximately 10 minutes. The Switchblade is great for whenever you need to haul large items that require full bed capacity from front to back and side to side. After your large haul is complete, you can easily reinstall the cover to protect your truck bed again.


Remove Switchblade for full bed access


To utilize your entire truck bed, detach the canister from the side rails by removing the bolts on either side with a wrench. Then take the side rails off your truck by removing the clamps with the same wrench. Wrap the pull-strap around the canister and use it to lift the canister off your vehicle.


Retractable Cover with Built-In Pull Strap

To retract the Switchblade, simply squeeze the pinch grips located underneath the cover near the center of the tailgate to activate a heavy-duty tension spring. The spring automatically retracts the cover into the canister at the bulkhead of your truck bed. This provides quicker, easier access to your truck bed when compared with manual retractable covers that have no spring-loaded assist.


Pull strap to deploy Switchblade


A built-in pull strap helps you extend the cover over your bed. As you pull, the tonneau will glide smoothly along tracks in the side rails until it reaches the tailgate and secures in place. You can also use the rear plate of the tonneau cover to pull it closed.


Compact, Angled Canister

Switchblade compact canister


The cover retracts into a canister located at the front of your truck bed, giving you unrestricted visibility out of your rear window. The canister also protects the stored cover from the elements. And the compact, angled design allows for maximum clearance for your tools and cargo.


Water Management System

Switchblade drain tube


The Switchblade rails feature a water management system that channels excess water into the canister. This prevents water from getting into your bed or freezing in your tonneau cover rails during cold temperatures. Drain tubes attached to the bottom of the canister remove water through the OE drain holes in the floor of your truck bed.


Flush-Mount Design

Switchblade flush-mount design


The black powder-coated side rails sit 1/8" above your truck bed rails for a flush appearance. This low-profile design is aerodynamic to reduce wind drag, and it helps to improve gas mileage when the cover is closed.


Stylish and Heavy-Duty Construction

Switchblade stylish construction


The Switchblade deck is constructed of a vinyl top layer bonded to heavy-duty aluminum slats. This ArmorTek deck looks like a soft tonneau cover with no visible seams, but has the strength and security of a hard tonneau cover. A large seal at the rear of the bed closes the gap between the cover and tailgate to create a barrier to prevent water from entering the truck bed.


Security

Switchblade cargo security


The Switchblade provides excellent protection for your cargo when used in conjunction with a closed and locked tailgate. Both the pinch grips and pull strap are located underneath the rear plate, which makes them inaccessible when your truck bed is closed. The heavy-gauge aluminum panels are better at preventing theft when compared with soft covers that can be cut or punctured with a knife. The panels are also more effective at preventing theft than tri-fold hard tonneau covers because the panels cannot be pried open at any point along the rails.




SWFA19A45 Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Truck Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black



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Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black - 311-SWFA19A45

Average Customer Rating:  4.4 out of 5 stars   (289 Customer Reviews)

You can install this retractable, hard tonneau cover on your vehicle in about 10 minutes, and you can completely remove it just as quickly for full bed access. Aluminum and vinyl deck has strength of a hard cover and seamless look of a soft cover.

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This item was not satisfactory when I installed it, but it wasn’t bad enough for me to take it off and choose something different 3 years ago. Now, after just 3 years, this expensive tonneau cover fell apart beyond repair and is now useless. This unit was well cared for and never abused.



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Firstly, Etrailer is AWESOME! I love you guys!!

Unfortunately, this tonneau cover is terrible. I actually hate it. After installing it, it only really worked smoothly for about a month and then it's been a fight opening and closing it ever since. I've reinstalled it twice and it works a little better afterwards, but never smoothly. I truly regret buying it. If it wasn't so large, I would have tried to send it back.

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Jenny N.

3/3/2022

The manufacturer will reach out to trouble shoot with you on the cover.



by: 05/27/2022

This is an average cover with a few issues. Overall the quality seems ok but there a few annoying issues.
1) The back on the cover is always peeling off and is difficult to put back on. It takes almost no pressure for this to fall
Off. I even had this start to peel on a hot day when open. The main reason this is rated low.
2) I had to glue in the side rails as they kept sliding out as you tried to
Close the cover with the tailgate open.
Overall a good cover but has some very low quality user level items to be improved on.



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The cover is fairly good for the most part. The 2 set screws that hold the rail stops in place keep falling out. I've tried putting lock tight on them & it didn't help. Other than that the cover is fine.



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2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty

The product is as good as described. Shipping was quick, thanks etrailer!. The installation is fairly easy. I installed the cover myself with the help of my wife on a 2017 F-350 long bed dually. I kind of wish that the rails came with three holding brackets on each side instead of just two. I like the cover for security and to keep my stuff from the weather. It will served its purpose.





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Came with no instructions for installation. The instructions I found online for this product was different But similar enough to get it together. Closes hard takes quite a bit of pulling power to get it closed But I think it will loosen up some after some use (Hopefully) Very happy with etrailer.com

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Etrailer Expert

Mike L.

3/5/2019

We do have the instructions linked above. The tonneau cover will initially be pretty tight, but as you mentioned, will loosen up a bit over time.



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2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty

It is easy to focus on the negativity when things happen with an order, but it truly comes down to what a company does to correct the issues. etrailer came through with flying colors with their Customer Service. When the items arrived the boxes were mangled with large holes in the boxes and parts missing. Leslie C handled everything starting with an apology even though this was a problem with the shipping company, She reordered the replacement of the items that were missing or damaged then arrange a pickup of the items I did get. This was all done with out me having to pick up the phone. My replacement came quickly and again UPS dropped off the Tonneau Cover with a huge hole in the box, but no damage and all parts were there. I am thrilled with the look on my new F-350.



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Love it. Easy installation. My wife and I did the install in about 1 hour. Works great. Opens and closes smoothly.
Will
Corpus Christi Texas
2020 F 350 longbed



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2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty

Very happy with the Bed Cover, installed in about an hour. I am even more impressed with etrailer. The video reviews were very helpful in my decision of which product to purchase and this was my first order from them, it was shipped "free" on the same day I ordered it and tracking information was provided. It arrived on time. I will also add they had the best price. I will look at etrailer for future purchases. Thank you!



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2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty

This seems to be a very well made, durable and attractive bed cover. Installation was simple. I installed it in about an hour and a half. Very happy with my purchase and I am always happy with etrailer. arrived in good condition and 1 day sooner that I expected. Definitely recommend this cover and etrailer.



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2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty

Everything I was looking for, easy to assemble. Just make sure you get the cover in the track correctly or it won't retract right.



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Looks great and precise fit. Was able to install by myself in a few about 1.5 hours. We will see how it holds up.

Etrailer was exceptional with timely notification and delivery.



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Excellent service and quick responses to any questions/concerns!



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2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty



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2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty



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2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty



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Excellent product very easy to install fits my F350 perfectly
E Trailer has great customer service I would recommend this product to anyone who is looking for a retractable tonneau cover



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Great fit for an eight foot bed. The Pace Edwards switchblade retractable bed cover was easy to install and adjust. This cover allows you to store items in your bed and still retract without blocking your rear window or folding in on your stuff in the bed. Very low profile cover.



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Packaging was great, haven’t installed yet my truck is in for service.
Went through directions and all parts seem to be there.



by:

Installation was simple. Although the canister supports seemed very flimsy. Cover worked well for the first few months at some point it became more difficult to retract the cover all the way into the canister. Now at one year the spring seems to have lost all its tension. Tried to contact P/E to find out if there was a way to fix it. No response yet.



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Within three months the seals along the rails warped in the sun making it nearly impossible to slide the cover open or closed. I have upgraded my cover to a Bakflip MX4. I can’t share photos because I discarded the whole cover.



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The Pace Edwards Switchblade has performed well after a year. It's still holding up and is a great way to protect your bed and belongings. I use a slider hitch from Pull-Rite to tow and as long as the upper hitch plate is removed there is absolutely no interference. Also the cover does NOT interfere with towing when it's retracted. I would buy this again and recommend it for its durability and good looks.



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The cover looks great and DOES work on a 2020 Ram 3500 8'bed. It was easy to install. It was missing 2 hex bolts to connect the rails to the canister but a few dollars at the local hardware store fixed that. The only concern I have is the canister cover is a little warped, either from shipping or manufacturing, allowing the cover to retract in the canister without touching the brush on the canister cover. This could allow dirt and dust into the canister later as well. All in all great looking cover that does what its intended to do.


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