Bak Revolver x4s issue

[dj3po]

Anyone else have this issue with their Bak Revolver x4s? The cover rail seal (closest to the cab) does not lie flush. There's a gap that is impossible for it to lie flush with the truck even with applying pressure (instructions). I noticed that part of the seal was starting to tear. The only thing I can think of that might cause it to tear is the car wash. Anyone else with this issue?

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[BrrRaptor]

Check the two locking nuts. Also maybe the clamp is loose and it lifted

 

[dj3po]

Check the two locking nuts. Also maybe the clamp is loose and it lifted

Thanks for responding. Do you have the same cover? If yes, does your placement look similar? The gap under the seal, closest to the cab isn’t possible to seal unless I slide the whole cover rail down. There’s a very small amount of room by the tail gate but very little (1/8 inch)

 

[WESTRESCUE77]

One of my side rails was bent when I got my X4s, and when installed, it looked just like your picture above. This was likely due to the box being dropped during shipping.

Call up Bak and ask for a replacement.

 

[EasternKS]

I installed the BAK X4st last week. Like yours but with T slot rails. I noticed the same thing but I believe it' the plastic rail/bed rather than the BAK rail...
First, from the back of the truck I sighted down the rail and it looked straight as a string.
I took a 4 ft ruler and laid it in the track. It was very flush/level front to back. (see pic).
I then laid the ruler on the plastic cover and I could see the drop. (see pic) You can also somewhat see it if sight down the plastic cover from the rear.
Most noticeable from the driver side, it's much less an issue on the passenger side. I'm not too concerned about it, I'll just use some sort of sealing material if it leaks.

 

[Designguy96]

I have the same issue. It seems like the clamps that are in the kit are low quality, mine don't appear to grip the rail ridges at the end. I'm waiting for a reply from RealTruck, but I may see if I can find some aftermarket ones instead.

 

[Sauce]

Mine had the same issue, but at the back towards the tailgate. Not sure whether the rails were slightly bent, or whether the bed rail wasn't completely flush. I loosened the clamps slightly and then hit the rail with a rubber hammer, then tightened the clamps down again and it seated perfectly flush. One issue with the cover ticked off the list, now a few more that are still unresolved...

 

[Designguy96]

I think a thicker weather stripping on the rails would help. I may replace it at some point.

The other issue I have is the sharp corners at the end of the rails. I made some custom end caps for them because I knew I would slice my leg open one day if I left it exposed. BAK Revolver X4s/x4s-t Protective End Cap - Etsy

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