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Decaying tonneau cover (cargo security cover)

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by alw, Dec 21, 2017.

  1. alw

    alw Junior Member

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    My wife and I have a 2010 Prius with the OEM tonneau cover (“windowshade” cargo security cover) which is falling apart due to age and daily use. Never mind the dirt and gray stains; the real problem developing is that the vinyl cloth material is fraying at the edges and has separated, exposing the cardboard reinforcement stiffener at the rear edge.

    We park on-street in a dense urban environment, and consider the security cover to be essential in discouraging thieves (we don’t leave valuables in the car overnight, but can’t avoid this occasionally while running errands).

    We don’t want to use duct tape or some other adhesive tape, because of the well-known tendency of the adhesive to react with the vinyl plasticizers to produce a sticky, messy “goo”.

    We have looked for a replacement for the flexible cover or the entire assembly, but haven’t found much other than occasional used ones of unknown quality and high prices. Any suggestions on how to make a durable repair, or to find a workable replacement?
     
  2. FuelMiser

    FuelMiser Senior Member

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    I found a decent one on eBay...I doubt you'll be able to repair it to your satisfaction.
     
  3. Mendel Leisk

    Mendel Leisk EGR Fanatic

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    Just for reference, see a new one through an on-line retailer is $241 US, item 25 here:

    Interior Trim - Rear Body for 2010 Toyota Prius | Toyota Parts

    Not that bad actually, with the 4th gen IIRC, same retailer, the price jumps to five something?

    (Hmm, see they'd ship to Blaine, WA for around $14 with USPS.)
     
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  4. paprius4030

    paprius4030 My first Prius

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    If your interested I'll sell you mine. I never use it anyway, it just stays rolled up. It's off a 2012. If your interested send me a private message.