Wolf Cargo cover
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Re: What next? How about...
Originally posted by dajabr
, 3. Taking some pictures so I can attempt to dup and/or improve it . ?
On that line, can you thik of any way this thing is lacking? any possible upgrades? Thanks! D!
, 3. Taking some pictures so I can attempt to dup and/or improve it . ?
On that line, can you thik of any way this thing is lacking? any possible upgrades? Thanks! D!
Since so many people are interested in this type of cover, and it looks like Wolf/Saddleman doesn't have it anymore I would be willing to redesign it with some improvements and post the info here.
You could probably get a good shop that makes boat covers or convertable tops to make one up for way cheaper than the original.
As another alternative I could make some up and sell them to you guys using my design. I have some experiance in sail making so I don't think this would be too far beyond my skillls.
One of the things I don't like about mine is it doesn't extend far enough to the rear seats. Some changes I would consider making would be better plastic supports for it and better mounting points.
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you said it attaches with screws to the sides of the truck. does this mean that you have to drill? is there any way to get one that bolts on with no drilling??
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Great idea I will bear that in mind while I am doing the redesign.
Perhaps some straps that go under the rails may work
Great idea I will bear that in mind while I am doing the redesign.
Perhaps some straps that go under the rails may work
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Just got back from the Tall Pines Rally in Bancroft Ontario, looked around a few places and could find neither hide nor hair of the elusive cargo cover... Boo.
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Think I may have found the part # but it doesn't return anything in any search engine, will keep plugging away when I have time. I would have my shop make one but they're in WV and I can't leave the truck and still get home...
Hey Mack,
I'd still like to find one of these either to copy or just to use myself. Are there any labels on the cover with a part number or anything that I can use to track this?
Hey Mack,
I'd still like to find one of these either to copy or just to use myself. Are there any labels on the cover with a part number or anything that I can use to track this?
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I've been dragging my heels over the measurements for this , sorry about that so many projects so little time.
I don't have the box anymore and the only # that I remember was INSPECTED BY # 13.
I'll measure it up and post a diagram. I still intend to make up some of these on my improved design in the very near future.
I don't have the box anymore and the only # that I remember was INSPECTED BY # 13.
I'll measure it up and post a diagram. I still intend to make up some of these on my improved design in the very near future.
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I can't believe I'm still looking for this, but I have found the first evidence of the cover at http://www.truckaddons.com/
it comes up in a search by 86-89 4runner, then under cargo cover. They do not have any more in stock, and they are not working to get anymore, so don't contact them. But they do have the following info... GOT THE PART NUMBER!!!
Current Vehicle: 1988 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER
Generic Name(s): CARGO COVER
Vendor(s): WOLF PROD.
Vendor Part Name(s): CARGO COVER REAR
Part Information
Vendor WOLF PROD. (W40)
Part # 96010013
Description: CARGO CVR TOY 4RUN. TO'89
it comes up in a search by 86-89 4runner, then under cargo cover. They do not have any more in stock, and they are not working to get anymore, so don't contact them. But they do have the following info... GOT THE PART NUMBER!!!
Current Vehicle: 1988 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER
Generic Name(s): CARGO COVER
Vendor(s): WOLF PROD.
Vendor Part Name(s): CARGO COVER REAR
Part Information
Vendor WOLF PROD. (W40)
Part # 96010013
Description: CARGO CVR TOY 4RUN. TO'89
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Just had one on ebay, I didn't feel it was worth more than $35 as a template compared to making a new custom one. I do believe the new owner is someone on this and other boards?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...410162150&rd=1
Anyway, I have an 8' x 6' piece of poster paper, am going to have the top off next weekend if the weather is good and will trace the opening. I have mentioned this to the potential manufacturer and they have expressed interest in a trial production run, pending viable market research, starting with one for my truck to estimate production costs.
If anyone has any suggestion for the design or would like to otherwise comment, please feel free to post here or email me.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...410162150&rd=1
Anyway, I have an 8' x 6' piece of poster paper, am going to have the top off next weekend if the weather is good and will trace the opening. I have mentioned this to the potential manufacturer and they have expressed interest in a trial production run, pending viable market research, starting with one for my truck to estimate production costs.
If anyone has any suggestion for the design or would like to otherwise comment, please feel free to post here or email me.
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Bueller?... Bueller?... Bueller?... Bueller?... Bueller?... Bueller?... Bueller
Hey Mack, any word on this? I've stopped looking and am working on fabbing my own. Got any more pics?
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Funny you posted this today because I was working on a template for the new one today at work.
I am going to get some fabric on Tuesday and make a cover in black. If it works out I will post pics and measurements
I am going to get some fabric on Tuesday and make a cover in black. If it works out I will post pics and measurements
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I have one
It's nothing to get exicted about. It is the wolf cargo cover. I only use it when the top is off. I have 5% tint on all the windows on the top so nobody can see in when it's on. It seems to do it's job, it's by no means waterproof though, it's basically just to keep wind off things and prying eyes. You could easily design a much better one. If you need any info about it, I can give it to you. It mounts using 4 plactic hooks that you need to screw on. I have wooden carpets rear cargo panels so I used wood screws and it holds up, if you have the stock plastic crap you should for sure go into the metal behind it. There is 4 elastic loops on each corner of the cover the attatch to the hooks.
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I'd be interested to see pics of the connectors and where they screw in. Decided not to make one until I get my other mods in, will wait for spring at this point, but didn't get the top off this past summer and wanna have something to cover up for next year...
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I friggin love it with the back off, that is awesome!! First gen 4Runners are the bomb. I know it's basically a HiLux with a topper but damn they are cool.
Oh wow, this thread is really old. LOL
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