How do you re-attach the stock hardcover?

[gixxer4u2nv]

Hey guys,
Tonight I decided to unhook my gas shocks to the stock hardcover (part # 82207082?) and see if I could have clearance for a buck-loader to load some mulch into my bed without me having to remove the bedrail clamps that hold the hardcover on by lifting the cover upwards. If the normal position of the hardcover is at say 0 degrees, I made it to about 75 degrees then the hinge popped out of position along the cab-side bedrail. I figured if the hinge came out that way it would go back in that way too. I've tried lifting and angling in that hinge but started to hear the fiberglass rubbing so I stopped. Does anyone have any suggestions if this stock hard tonneau will just snap back in place?

Thanks in advance,
Bill

2004 Ram 1500 QC 4x4 SLT
5.7 Hemi

 

[usaf2006]

I would assume. Does anything appear broken? Got any pics?

 

[gixxer4u2nv]

Here's pictures of both sides of the hinge

 

[Harley Harrold]

Have you tried sliding it in from one side or the other?

 

[gixxer4u2nv]

I have, it doesn't work because the hinge on the cover is offset. In other words, there are two slash corners on this cover that allow it vertical access

I think I'll just remove it for tonight and have to take off the rail system to get it back in.

 

[gixxer4u2nv]

Here are some better pictures of the cover from when it was on the sales lot. Hopefully someone is familiar with this cover and can chime in.