I just ordered my tonneau top from my local Leer dealer. On the counter was a little brochure that stated that tonneau tops cut down on drag and increase gas mileage. Anyone know this for a fact? I'm like everybody else out there in that I, too, would like to save a few bucks at the pump. But, I have never heard of such a thing in this case. Anyone know the full scoop?

 

I have owned a tonneau on every truck I have ever owned. That was the first thing I put on my new 05 RAM QC. They give the truck a nice look as well as keep the bed dry for carrying groceries. Don't want any stinkin milk spilling inside the cab. Coupled with a performance exhaust and a good Free Flowing air filter system like a Cold Air Intake, I think a few extra MPG can be squeezed out but I would not ask for too much. These Ram trucks are Hogs and drink Gas like I drink Beer. That's alot. So good luck. [sm=gears.gif]

 

Honestly I did not notice ANY fuel economey gain what so ever with my cover.... but it looks great though. I like it for the fact that it locks... and I can store stuff in the back of my truck... but for performance I have not been able to measure the gains because they ate too small to measure... if they are there at all.

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I noticed no difference as well. I think even if there was you would barely notice it.

 

I have a FOLDACOVER. Using the onboard computer, I am showing about 1MPG better since I've put it on. Your mileage may vary!

 

I've had my cover on for 5 or 6 months now with no difference in MPG. I was keeping track, too.

 

I thought it sounded too good to be true. Honestly, I just want the top to protect my stuff and get a nice clean look to my truck. But, seeing that brochure I had to ask y'all. How much did y'all pay for your tops?

 

Snug Top.. $1100.00

 

I paid 450.00 for my used ******* from a DODGE TALK member. looked new then and it still looks new today...

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mine didnt get me any mpg and mine cost me 890 with carpit under it and messed up aint and it leaks pretty bad. haha i havent had time to take it back and complain yet.