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Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black

Part Number: PE46QJ
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You can install this retractable, hard tonneau cover on your vehicle in about 10 minutes, and you can completely remove it just as quickly for full bed access. Aluminum and vinyl deck has strength of a hard cover and seamless look of a soft cover. Great Prices for the best tonneau cover from Pace Edwards. Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black part number PE46QJ can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Pace Edwards Tonneau Cover - PE46QJ

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Secures to your truck bed with model-specific clamps and hardware
  • 10 Minute Install: Just need a wrench and screwdriver—no drilling required.
  • Full Bed Use Anytime: Remove or reinstall in about 10 minutes for hauling large items.
  • Hard Cover Keeps Gear Safe: Locks with tailgate; aluminum panels can’t be pried or cut.
  • Keeps Cargo Dry: Drain tubes channel water out through the bed floor.
  • See Out Rear Window: Compact canister design doesn’t block your view.
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Features to know about

Quick Bed Access: Retractable Design with Tension Spring

When you need to load or unload your bed fast, the Switchblade’s retractable system makes it easy. The pinch grips under the rear plate activate a heavy-duty tension spring that automatically retracts the cover into its canister. It opens smoothly and stays clear of the rear window for full visibility. To close it, just use the built-in pull strap or the rear plate to glide the cover back into place and lock it at the tailgate.

Using the built-in pull strap to extend the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover over a truck bed

Full Bed Use in Minutes: Simple, 1-Person Removal

Sometimes you need every inch of your bed for hauling large items. The Switchblade can be completely removed or reinstalled by one person in about 10 minutes using only a wrench and screwdriver. Detach the canister and side rails, then lift the canister out using the pull strap. Once the job’s done, reinstall it just as quickly for weather protection and security again.

Removing the canister of the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover from a truck bed for full cargo access

Lasting Strength and Style: Aluminum and Vinyl Deck

This cover combines the best of both worlds. The deck is built from heavy-duty aluminum slats bonded to a black vinyl top layer, giving it a soft-cover look with hard-cover strength. The ArmorTek construction resists dents and damage while keeping water and debris out. Foam seals under the rails and a large rear seal help close gaps around the tailgate, keeping your cargo protected from the elements.

Vinyl-coated aluminum ArmorTek deck surface of the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover

Clean Look and Smooth Aerodynamics: Flush-Mount Canister System

The canister sits up front with a compact, angled design that protects the retracted cover without taking up bed space. The black powder-coated rails sit just 1/8" above the bed for a sleek, flush appearance that blends with the truck’s lines. This low-profile setup also cuts wind drag and can help improve gas mileage when the cover is closed.

Close-up of the compact angled canister with drain connections and pull strap on the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover

Close-up view of the flush-mount side rail design on the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover

Secure Storage: Hard Panels and Locking Tailgate Protection

With the Switchblade closed and the tailgate locked, your gear stays protected. The aluminum panels can’t be pried up along the rails, and both the pinch grips and pull strap are positioned under the rear plate so they can’t be reached when locked. That gives you confidence your tools, camping gear, or groceries are safe from weather and theft alike.

Closed and locked flush-mount design of the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover securing a truck bed

Specs

Dimensions

  • Canister dimensions: 9-1/4" tall x 9-3/4" deep

Warranty

  • Limited warranty: 2-Year

SWF176 Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Truck Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black



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You can install this retractable, hard tonneau cover on your vehicle in about 10 minutes, and you can completely remove it just as quickly for full bed access. Aluminum and vinyl deck has strength of a hard cover and seamless look of a soft cover.

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Quality product, easy to install. Great customer service and quick response!!



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The products instructions sucked & it was missing 1 part. It took much longer than 10 minutes to install as indicated. Plus I was expecting to see a video of installation on your website, but there wasn't any.



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Tonneau cover was delivered as requested and the product was installed in less than 1/2 hour. Prompt delivery with zero problems,I would highly recommend this product.



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I know that it is not your problem but the installation instructions need to be better I learned more from a video on the cover than what the instructions told me .Maybe Pace Edwards should include a link on their instruction page



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Finally got time to install my bed cover. Love it, much better than the old back flip that I had on my old truck.



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Great service and fine product! Order was delivered in two packages and delivered on time, and all the parts were included (nothing left out as sometimes happens). Tonneau cover was easy to install both by following included directions or by using the demo video on the website. Item fit my 2026 RAM3500 DRW MEGA CAB like OEM and worked properly upon installation.

I have only one slight concern as you will see in provided pictures. To make the cover fully "water tight", you will need to add some type of seal or trim where the bed meets the bed rails, as the provided seal does not extend over this small, open area at the joint.

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Abigail helped me find the correct tonneau cover that fits an 8 ft. Truck bed. Order came pretty quickly and my wife and I installed it in about 1 1/2 hours. The materials seem to be top notch and look amazing on my truck. Love the low profile.The cover slides back and forth with ease. Great fit! Great Product. Do watch the video's on the installation. Very helpful.



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Looks good. Easy install. Can be done by one person. Opens and closes smoothly.

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Thank you eTrailer for your install videos. They are so much better to follow than the instructions that come with the cover. It took me about an hour to install if not a bit longer due to the rain. I installed on my own, which the install woukd be faster if you have someone helping you. The only thing I had an issue with was the weather strip but it was also due to the surface being wet and hard to dry.

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It is installed and was fairly straight forward. Despite others indicating there were no instructions, mine included somewhat clear instructions (could be better). If I had understood that staples through vinyl into aluminum was the core of the design - or a plastic bin was the container, I would certainly have kept looking for something with a more robust design. I expect a couple/three years before replacing, but it solves my immediate need. In this case, ability to see the gooseneck ball from the center high-mount camera that was blocked with the tri-fold cover. Like others have shared, don't expect a dry bed! The omission of a seal from the rear of the rails to the tailgate is confusing - as is the lack of seal length on the head rail to from a seal up front. I'll figure something out for both eventually, but a little underwhelming for the would-be low cost to address in design.



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I'm very satisfied with the product. I previously had a flip top style tonneau cover on an older truck which blocked my rearview mirror when fully up. Not a problem with this unit. The majority of the full length bed is still usable. The unit only hangs down about 8 to 10 inches or so into the bed. I had no problem installing it on my own. The fit was perfect. Overall a good experience. The only thing I would have liked to have seen was a third brace in the middle for the side panels, just to provide extra support in case someone sits down on the bed rail and puts more wait on the side panel than the bed. That said, it does feel pretty solid and looks great.

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Excellent product very easy to install fits my F350 perfectly
E Trailer has great customer service I would recommend this product to anyone who is looking for a retractable tonneau cover

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Very easy one man install. Looks amazing. very flush with bed rails. will slide over 5th Wheel hitch. gives enough room under Canister to put 36 gallon fuel tank.

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Love the sleekness of the cover. I removed a bak revolver and replaced it with this one. Much easier to hook up the 5th wheel without the giant roll of cover behind the cab. Super easy to open and close. The only issue I had was the front mounting hardware did not fit for some reason. They would not loop together due to the Engel of the truck bed. Not a big deal as I made it work just fine.pretty easy install as I did the entire thing alone as a 58 year old man with a wrecked back!

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The bed cover is amazing! I have a low bed rack that doesn’t work with a folding cover, so this retractable cover was the perfect choice. Now I can leave the rack in place and access the bed. Installation was pretty easy, a little confusing just from the directions, but it probably would have been easier if I watched a video. The clamps weren’t intuitive, but made sense once they were in and feel super secure. I’ve only had it in for a few days, but just took the truck camping for a long weekend and used the cover a bunch. I can’t speak to the longevity yet, but so far, so good!

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Was a mixup in the first cover delivered, was for a Chevy not my Ford. It took one phone call and a couple text to get the right one set out which I received in about a week.



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Perfect fit and very nice build.



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It's great easy install no problems would recommend this product all day long



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Given the Switchblade was much less expensive than the other retraceable units I was considering it should not have surprised me how cheaply made it was. Next time I will splurge the extra couple hundred and go for quality over price.



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Fast and free shipping. Online installation instructions. Great company!



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Great product!! Easy install



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I have just received my Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover. It was super easy to install. You guys at etrailer are awesome. Super fast delivery. This is where I’ll shop from now on.

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It looks fantastic and right at home on your truck! Thanks for sharing the photo :)


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  • Can You Use Stake Pockets With The Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover PE46QJ?
    Hey Randy, good question. The Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover # PE46QJ does partially cover the stake pockets. So that makes using stake pocket accessories tricky. There are certain accessories that don't take up the entire stake pocket hole that can work as long as the hardware can be tightened fully, but if you are using a stake pocket insert that takes up the entire hole, it would not work. What were you wanting to use the stake pockets for?
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  • 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty Tonneau Cover Recommendation for 5th Wheel Hitch Clearance
    Hey Keith, thanks for reaching out! We actually created the etrailer Hard Tonneau Cover # e73DR in-house so it's our own product. When it's folded up it's sitting right about 24" so since you're needing 23" or less this cover won't work for you. Since your concerns are about 5th wheel clearance and rear window visibility I recommend checking out the Pace Edwards Switchblade # PE46QJ. I know it's a bit pricier, but the canister one sits 9-3/4" deep and it's inside your truck bed so it...
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  • Can you Install the Pace Edwards Switchblade Tonneau Cover With a Tool Box?
    Hello Patrick. Unfortunately, the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black # PE46QJ will not work a tool box even though it is retractable. The reason being is that the wheel well would be in the way of the tonneau cover canister. We do have 3 options for your 2022 Ford F350 6 3/4 bed that would be compatible with your tool box. - Access Toolbox Edition Soft, Roll-Up Tonneau Cover # A61399 - Extang Trifecta 2.0 Soft Tonneau Cover - Toolbox...
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  • Does Same Pace Edwards Tonneau Cover Fit Both 6-3/4' and 8' Bed on 2024 F-350
    Hi Kenneth; the covers are different between bed sizes on your 2024 Ford F-350. The # PE66QJ and # PE87QJ you looked at will only fit the 8' bed. For the same covers on the 6-3/4' bed you need the # PE46QJ or # PE77QJ.
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  • Pace Edwards Switchblade For 2017 Ford F-250 Short Bed
    Hey Andy, welcome back! The Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover # PE46QJ is the right one for your 2017 F-250 short bed. This is the aluminum and vinyl version. The all aluminum Switchblade # PE76QJ is also available.
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  • What Pace-Edwards Switchblade Tonneau Cover Fits My 2022 Ford F-350 with a 6-3/4 Foot Bed?
    According to my available research, you are referring to the aluminum and vinyl version of the Pace-Edwards Switchblade Tonneau Cover your 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty with a 6-3/4 foot bed. This is the # PE46QJ (Pace-Edwards part number SWF176). We also carry the metal version of the Switchblade cover that also fits your truck as part # PE76QJ (Pace-Edwards part number SMF176). This version comes with heavy-gauge extruded aluminum panels to take a heavier beating.
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  • How Far do Rails Protrude on Ford Super Duty Standard/Short Bed w/ Pace Edwards Switchblade Tonneau
    Hey David; I checked directly with Pace Edwards for you and can tell you that the rails on the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover # PE46QJ will protrude just under 3/4" on both sides when installed on your Ford Super Duty standard/short bed. Per Pace Edwards, with the # PE46QJ installed, you will have 59-1/16" between the rails of your truck, so you're not losing much space at all on the sides. This is a cover people regularly use with a 5th wheel hitch installed...
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  • Quickest Removal/Reinstall Retractable Tonneau Cover For A 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6-3/4' Bed
    The Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black # PE46QJ is going to be the quickest removal for you. After the initial installation, the tonneau cover can be completely removed or reinstalled in approximately 10 minutes. The Switchblade is great for whenever you need to haul large items that require full bed capacity from front to back and side to side. After your large haul is complete, you can easily reinstall the cover to protect your truck bed...
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  • Does The Pace Edwards Switchblade Fit A 2023 Ram 3500 With Ram Boxes
    Hi Joseph, The Pace Edwards Switchblade # PE46QJ unfortunately will not work with the Ram Boxes but Pace does have the JackRabbit # 311-M-JRD87A08 and BedLocker # 311-M-BLD87A08 as compatible fits. The JackRabbit has built-in stops every 12" so that you can lock the cover partially open. The BedLocker has an electro-magnetic brake that can stop and lock the cover at any point along the rails.
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  • Tonneau Cover Recommendation for 2022 Ford F-350 Short Bed Towing 5th Wheel
    Hey Mark, since folding tonneau covers like the etrailer part # e73DR end up adding height to the top of the bed rails near the front of the bed they are not ideal for towing a fifth wheel trailer as the nose of the trailer is most likely going to interfere unless for some reason there is a lot of clearance between the bed rails and trailer nose overhang. If you are open to a retracting tonneau cover that would for sure be your better option. The Pace Edwards Switchblade part # PE46QJ...
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