circuitguy
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Most tonneau covers open from the outside as they also secure the tailgate at the same time. You might be able to use a servo to pop the lid open, have it work off your alarm remote like poping a trunk of a car. Most good car stereo shops can do this for you if you need.
On another note I do have a brand new flip kit for that tailgate handle if you need one, purchased it for my 97 Dually but never installed it. Lmk..