Gator ETX Installation Manual Download Page 3

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Tighten  clamps  securely  on 

side rails before driving vehicle.

WARNING

 LEVEL

B

Repeat steps 3-5 on passenger side for item C. Proceed to step 7 when complete.

 

 

 

 

 

1/2”

Adjustment Zone

Cover tension is controlled by four position adjustable blocks. 

To start, place blocks in postion shown below. With 4 on top and 

closest to front header. Secure blocks with hitchpin in #2 hole, 

this is the least amount of tension. (Position 4)

Hitchpin

Position 1

Maximum

Position 2

Position 3

Position 4

Minimum

Setting cover tension

1.  Set cover tension during warmest part of the day.

2.  Roll cover up to adjustable block.

3.  Pull Hitchpin and rotate blocks to the next position need-

ed. Replace Hitchpin. 

(Driver and passenger blocks 

must always be in the same position.)

4.  Close cover and re-check adjustment. Repeat until 

satisfactory tension has been achieved.

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5

6
7

With Tailgate Closed, Position Side Rail Compressing End Seals Equally Between Cab and Tailgate.

End Seal Compressed 

At Tailgate.

End Seal Compressed At Cab.

GATOR ETX SOFT ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS, 2303 SE 17TH ST, SUITE 102, OCALA, FL 34471

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SETTING TENSION ADJUSTMENT BLOCKS

  

When installing clamps, finger tighten nut holding back side of clamp. Be sure the teeth of

the clamp engage with the grooves of the side rail. Hold the clamp firmly with one hand 

to tighten the bolt. Avoid twisting or 

rotating the clamp during this process.

Summary of Contents for ETX

Page 1: ...e This information allows us to serve you better throughout the lifetime of the product To register your warranty please visit www gatorcovers com warranty GATOR ETX SOFT ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS 2303 S...

Page 2: ...D 9 16 6x Correct B F E G 2x 2x 1 2 ETX INSTALLATION GUIDE H2x 2x COMPONENTS TOOLS REQUIRED 1 2 3 GATOR ETX SOFT ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS 2303 SE 17TH ST SUITE 102 OCALA FL 34471 2 ETX SOFT ROLL UP BED...

Page 3: ...stable block 3 Pull Hitchpin and rotate blocks to the next position need ed Replace Hitchpin Driver and passenger blocks must always be in the same position 4 Close cover and re check adjustment Repea...

Page 4: ...e tailgate 9 16 9 16 A E F Passenger side detail Drivers side detail 8 9 10 GATOR ETX SOFT ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS 2303 SE 17TH ST SUITE 102 OCALA FL 34471 4 Thread nut onto bolt enough to be tight but...

Page 5: ...ROLL UP TONNEAU COVERS 2303 SE 17TH ST SUITE 102 OCALA FL 34471 5 NOTE Preferred method to close cover Roll cover closed then close tailgate Seal will be inside the tailgate If tailgate has a key lock...

Page 6: ...958 Side Rail End Plug Assy LH 26 1117959 Side Rail End Plug Assy RH 27 1701580 Hex Nut Full Nylon Lock 28 Extruded Header Seal Please specify length or make and model of vehicle 1 Replacement Cover 2...

Page 7: ...n or against cover or framework 2 Do not tie cargo to cover framework 3 Never allow children or pets to occupy pickup box while cover is closed 4 Cover is not airtight Special care is required to keep...

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