So what do you guys use for a cleaner/conditioner on your vinyl covers? Is the Extang Tonno Tonic worth the money or is there something better/cheaper/pricier, etc? Any input is welcome...

 

I had a cheap snap on cover when they first came out, lasted about 6 years, always took off cover and used a mild dishwashing detergent with softener in it to clean. then I would armoral the cover because of the winters and the cold, over the 6 year period cover started to crack and peel. always loved a fiberglass one, and would never go back, dont use my bed that often, and I have a small trailer if I need to haul stuff

 

good question, mines a Lorado and has held up well for the past 4 years. But whenever i wash the truck i stare at it like uhh how do i wash this? There must be some kind of spray or something..

 

Yeah I am running the Extang Classic and was just curious as I do the same. I mean I usually wash is by hand/brush and rinse it off. Its currently still looking rather new, but I want to condition it some before it goes down hill. I may just use some of this Leather Cleaner/ Conditioner that's good for Vinyl as well...

 

I use Pro-Tex from Truxedo, works great. Probably the same stuff as Extang Tonno Tonic, but cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/Truxedo-170369.../dp/B000EN66AQ

 

thanks dakotaff. I might try a leather cleaner first though

 

I've got a Lorado too, can you close your tailgate "normally". Something funky is going on with mine, I have to lift both sides and push the tailgate in with my chest a bit and then close it. Only way it works, real PITA. Not sure if I need to make some kind of simple adjustment or replace it?

I just always hosed mine off but I like the idea of a leather cleaner or the like.

 

When I had a vinyl cover I always used 303 on it after washing/drying.

 

Rich, where do you suggest buying this stuff?

 

armor-all works great. at least for me.