WE INSTALL A RETRAX POWERTRAXPRO XR ON OUR FORD F150 LIGHTNING!

EV Channels Review

This video details the installation of the Retrax PowertraxPRO XR tonneau cover on a Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat Extended Range, referred to as 'Ortegas'. The presenter, Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield, highlights a cleaner, more integrated power routing method compared to previous installations, utilizing the truck's cabin and a pressure equalization vent. Key installation steps include routing the power cable, connecting to the fuse box via an add-a-fuse, and securing the cassette. The review praises the cover's electronic operation, remote control functionality, and integration with the F-150's Homelink system. A significant point of discussion is the precise alignment required for the cover, which necessitated careful measurement and adjustment with assistance. The presenter notes the cover's robust build, including strengthening plates for the motor, and its improved tailgate sealing compared to a previous installation. The video concludes by posing the question of whether the $3,000 price point is justified for such a feature on an electric pickup.