I have a 2012 8.0 and I have the same problem. I stopped trying long ago to fit the folded cover in the strap. I fold/roll it and move from side to side and rest it over the edge. I bought a new cover, which is totally different, it's a tonneau cover. It also came with the snaps in a bag. So I have to get the nerve to put them on myself. But I'm going to keep that old cover as a back up cover. The sun is brutal here in south Florida. I've gone through 5-6 car covers and tarps.