Retrax IX Retractable Tonneau Cover for 1997-2008 Ford F-150 (6'7" Bed)

The Retrax IX is a manual retractable tonneau cover for owners who want a hard cover that sits flush with the bed rails and keeps a low profile. It clamps on with no cutting, trimming or drilling. Lower the tailgate, reach the hidden quick-release handle on the driver side and the cover rolls forward into an aluminum spiral canister at the bulkhead, leaving nearly all of the bed usable. The slats are industrial-grade aluminum under a textured matte black powder coat joined by elastomeric hinges. Three preset positions along the rails let you lock it closed, part way open or fully retracted. Part number 30312 is the 6'7" bed application for the 1997-2008 Ford F-150.

What's Included:

• Retrax IX retractable cover with aluminum spiral canister
• Clamp-on aluminum side rails
• Bed rail clamps
• Mounting hardware kit
• Installation guide

Features

Retracts Into a Cab-End Canister
When you slide the cover open, the slats coil into an aluminum spiral canister mounted at the bulkhead, where they stay housed and protected. Nearly the entire bed is exposed, so tall or long cargo goes in without removing anything from the truck.

Hidden Quick-Release on the Driver Side
Opening the Retrax IX takes two moves. Lower the tailgate, then reach the quick-release handle hidden on the driver side and push the cover forward. Retrax positions a closed cover plus a locked tailgate as the security setup.

Flexible Hinges That Shed Weather
Elastomeric hinges link the slats, which Retrax credits for the cover's flexibility and weather resistance. Up front, the canister carries a flush no-profile cover that Retrax says helps eliminate water and debris.

Industrial-Grade Aluminum Slats
Each slat is industrial-grade aluminum coated in a textured matte black powder finish that stands up to UV exposure and abrasion. The cover sits flush with the bed rails, so it keeps a low profile over the bed.

Clamps On in About 30 Minutes
Bolt-on clamps fasten the rails to your bed rails, so there is no cutting, trimming or drilling. The manufacturer rates the job Level 1, quotes under an hour and describes a no-drill install within 30 minutes. Rails and hardware come in the box.

Three Lock Positions, Low Upkeep
The rails hold the cover at three preset positions, so you can lock it part way along the bed and carry cargo that stands taller than the rails. Retrax lists the IX as zero maintenance and asks for mild automotive soap only.

Fitment & Compatibility

Specifications

• Cover Type: Manual retractable tonneau cover
• Material: Industrial-grade aluminum slats with elastomeric hinges; aluminum rails and canister
• Finish: Textured matte black powder coat, UV and abrasion resistant
• Bed Access: Retracts into a bulkhead spiral canister; nearly the full bed exposed
• Locking Positions: Three preset positions along the rails
• Sealing: Elastomeric slat hinges; flush no-profile canister cover helps eliminate water and debris
• Security: Hidden driver-side quick-release handle, reached with the tailgate down
• Drilling Required: No, bolt-on clamps to the bed rails
• Rack Compatible: Standard clamp-on rails; no T-slot option listed for the IX
• Weight: About 60 lb
• Made In: Made in the USA with global materials, assembled in North Dakota

Installation

Type: Clamp-on, no drilling · Time: Under 1 hour; Retrax states a no-drill install within 30 minutes · Tools: Included clamps and mounting hardware. See the install guide for required tools. · Difficulty: Level 1, simple

Retrax rates this a Level 1 job and puts it under an hour. The rails clamp to the bed rails with the hardware in the box, so nothing is cut, trimmed or drilled. One standard install sheet covers the series. Retrax also asks you to check every clamp for tightness after a week of driving, then periodically after that.

Watch the installation walkthrough:

Resources

Everything you need for your Retrax IX Retractable Tonneau Cover for 1997-2008 Ford F-150 (6'7" Bed), in one place.

• Official Retrax IX Retractable Tonneau Cover for 1997-2008 Ford F-150 (6'7" Bed) installation guide (PDF), the manufacturer's step-by-step guide covering mounting, included hardware and adjustment.

Warranty, Shipping & Returns

Warranty term: 2-year limited, original purchaser

Warranty. Retrax covers the IX for two years from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship, for the original buyer only, so hold on to your receipt. Damage from accidents, neglect, unforeseeable use, incorrect installation or servicing is excluded, as is any cover that has been cleaned with harsh chemicals, had its rails or sealed bearings lubricated, been driven with unsecured cargo or been left on a truck towed from the rear. Approved claims are repaired or replaced at the manufacturer's discretion once a return authorization number has been issued. You cover the freight on a repaired or replaced unit, and no charge is made for the repair work itself.

Free shipping. This item ships free to the lower 48 states. Because it is an oversized item, it ships by freight or oversized parcel and typically arrives in 3 to 7 business days.

Inspect on delivery. Please inspect the packaging before signing. If you see any damage, note it on the delivery receipt and contact us right away, and we will make it right.

Returns. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery. If an item arrives damaged, defective or wrong, return shipping is on us. See our Returns & Refunds Policy, or email support@prestigetruck.com with any question.

About Retrax

Retrax builds retractable truck bed covers. Instead of folding onto the bed or rolling up at the cab, the IX is a run of aluminum slats that slides along rails and coils into a canister at the bulkhead, which is what lets it sit flush and clear the bed when open.

The Retrax IX is assembled in North Dakota from global materials. Manual models sold alongside it include the RetraxONE MX, RetraxONE XR, RetraxPRO MX, RetraxPRO XR and the RetraxPRO FRC-4000 EZ-OFF. The XR and EZ-OFF names call out T-slot rails, which the IX does not list.

Care on the IX is set by the warranty conditions rather than by a maintenance schedule. Lubricating the rails or the sealed ball bearings voids it, as do strong chemicals or cleaners; Retrax asks for mild automotive soap and water. Coverage runs two years for the original purchaser and is not transferable.