RetraxPRO XR Installed On F-150 Lightning

[4x4TruckLEDs.com]

I just did a build and noted an anomaly - you can order the Retrax off list on the Lightning. It is still listed on all other F-150 and Super Duty models, but for some reason has dropped off the Platinum build page - but there is a way to order it there. You can add the Retrax cover by selecting one of the Yakima rack accessories that requires the XR rails - it then adds the correct bed cover into the build. So it is a Ford website problem - I promise you that you CAN order the Retrax XR as an OEM item for $1,695 - and it still works correctly (listed separately) when building any Ford pickup on their website except the Lighting - and you can force it on the Lightning by choosing a rack that needs that top. This must be a recent website change/error because it was fine when I built my truck. And, as you can see in my window sticker above, it is on my Lightning as OEM. Below are two screenshots I just took - one showing how I added the Retrax to a Lightning by adding a Yakima rack, and one showing it as an option for a standard F-150.

That's a good deal then IF it's in fact the PRO (aluminum) one.

 

[PungoteagueDave]

That's a good deal then IF it's in fact the PRO (aluminum) one.

I posted the pictures of the one on my '21 King Ranch F-150 - definitely aluminum, definitely ordered OEM with the truck, not a dealer add, definitely in the original warranty. And definitely on my new Lightning. Not sure what more I can do to prove it to you. Pictures, window sticker, personal experience, hands-on tonight. Just to humor you, I just walked outside and took a picture of the underside showing the formed aluminum slats. This picture is minutes old. Cost me a mosquito bite.

 

[millim]

FWIW I'm getting my spray-in liner done next week and opted to add the RetraxPro XR and have it all done by them at one time. Will report back once I have it. I was originally going to go with the Bakflip X4s, but it was OOS everywhere the shop looked. Truth be told, at this point I'm glad that happened, and feel like the XR will be a worthwhile upgrade, especially if I want to easily add racks/etc down the road.

 

[4x4TruckLEDs.com]

FWIW I'm getting my spray-in liner done next week and opted to add the RetraxPro XR and have it all done by them at one time. Will report back once I have it. I was originally going to go with the Bakflip X4s, but it was OOS everywhere the shop looked. Truth be told, at this point I'm glad that happened, and feel like the XR will be a worthwhile upgrade, especially if I want to easily add racks/etc down the road.

We've been shipping those lately without issues.

 

[millim]

Thx and good to know. I considered shopping elsewhere but went the simple route w/ the shop that is doing the bed liner. I guess their suppliers weren't as lucky.

That said, I know I'm going to need new racks (the ones from my XC90 are too short) and other accessories and will definitely check your site out when I'm ready.

 

[4x4TruckLEDs.com]

Thx and good to know. I considered shopping elsewhere but went the simple route w/ the shop that is doing the bed liner. I guess their suppliers weren't as lucky.

That said, I know I'm going to need new racks (the ones from my XC90 are too short) and other accessories and will definitely check your site out when I'm ready.

I always recommend you buy local when you can, especially if a shop is doing the install (as long as it's not Ford of course, support local small business).

We offer free installations with bed cover purchases to our local customers.

 

[hturnerfamily]

here's a related question: since we may want to have something(s) plugged into the bed outlets, and yet keep a rollup or trifold tonno cover closed, is there a way to 'prop' open the tailgate, just enough to allow extension cord(s) to exit, without the tailgate coming all the way down?

maybe a short rubber tarp strap, or something similar, if not...

 

[4x4TruckLEDs.com]

here's a related question: since we may want to have something(s) plugged into the bed outlets, and yet keep a rollup or trifold tonno cover closed, is there a way to 'prop' open the tailgate, just enough to allow extension cord(s) to exit, without the tailgate coming all the way down?

maybe a short rubber tarp strap, or something similar, if not...

You can't run a wire between the tailgate and the body. If you have a soft-top or tri-fold bed cover, you could probably close the cover over a cord (NOT recommended, as that's 120V power you're "crimping").

The RetraxPRO Covers let you close the cover in any position you want. So you could just leave a 1/4" gap for the extension cord

 

[hturnerfamily]

or a cable hatch thru the tailgate : )


not.

 

[JediGamerCT]

Purchased our RetraxPro XR from @4x4TruckLEDs.com - it was a pleasure dealing with them and it shipped out the very next morning - it is already sitting in my garage waiting for my Lightning to be delivered. Debating on whether to install it myself or just have my Ford dealer do it.

 

[SeanOC]

Purchased our RetraxPro XR from @4x4TruckLEDs.com - it was a pleasure dealing with them and it shipped out the very next morning - it is already sitting in my garage waiting for my Lightning to be delivered. Debating on whether to install it myself or just have my Ford dealer do it.

I went to his shop to pick mine up in person, great experience! I’m definitely I stalling mine when the truck arrives, it’s rather simple but you do need a second set of hands.

 

[Jif1025]

I don't want to step on your ad program here, but you are incorrect. I have owned six Retrax tonneau covers since 2006, including two Pro XRs. I now have the Ford OEM version made by Retrax on my '21 PowerBoost (6.5' bed) and its is installed on my '22 Lightning Platinum that is sitting in the Miami railyard pending delivery next week (5.5' bed). They are the real RetraxPro XR and are a great deal, as they come fully installed, have the Ford logo, have the full Ford warranty, and are $300-$400 cheaper than list price from most Retrax resellers, except when on sale, when they are equal, but without the benefits of buying direct from Ford. Pics of my current Ford-branded Retrax XR below on my personal PowerBoost King Ranch that will be traded next week for the Lightning. Definitely aluminum, can stand on it. Identical to the 8' Retrax-branded Pro XR that is on my '17 F350.

Do you know the part number for the ford branded Retrax? I looked online and only found one listed at $2249.00- not the $1600-1700 you were discussing. TIA