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Stromberg Carlson Louvered Tailgate Installation - 2019 Ram 1500 Classic

Stromberg Carlson Tailgate Installation - 2019 Ram 1500 Classic

Pop and Lock Custom Tailgate Lock Installation - 2017 Honda Ridgeline

DeeZee Pickup Truck Tailgate Assist Lowering System Installation - 2018 Ford F-150

Pop and Lock Custom Tailgate Lock Installation - 2017 Toyota Tacoma

Today in 2017 Toyota Tacoma, we're gonna be taking a look at, I'm gonna show you how to install the Pop a Lot Custom Tailgate Lock, part number PAL8535. Once you have your Pop and Lock Tailgate Lock installed, it's gonna provide excellent security for any of your items you may have in the bed of your truck. The nice thing about the pop lock is you don't have to use your key to unlock your tailgate. You use your key fob, because the wiring is wired directly into the factory wiring on the vehicle.Just being able to use a key fob to lock and unlock your tailgate, this is gonna deter thieves from stealing the items from the bed of your truck and stealing your tailgate. The Pop and Lock is gonna be custom fit for your vehicle. It's gonna mount to the factory locking mechanism, and it's gonna be constructed of corrosion resistant stainless steel.One of the questions that may be asked is will the Pop and Lock fit if I have a backup camera The answer is yes.

Pop and Lock Vehicle Locks - Tailgate Lock - PL8662 Review

Speaker 1: Today, we're taking a look at the Pop and Lock Custom Tailgate Lock. This product fits a 2006 to 2012 Honda Ridgeline. If you want to ensure or double-check that this is a fit for your vehicle, you can use the Vehicle Fit Guide at etrailer.com. Now the power tailgate lock and manual key lock helps to prevent theft of your cargo and your tailgate . really helps create secure storage, especially when used in conjunction with a tonneau cover or camper shell, and that's all designed to really protect your valuables.Now, the power lock works with your factory power lock system, so it locks and unlocks using the remote keyless entry, and then you have the manual lock with the keys to unlock your tailgate whenever you need it or in case of, you know, like a battery failure .. vehicle battery failure.

Buyers Products Tailgate - Trailer Tailgate - 3375201000 Review

Speaker 1: Today we're taking a look at the Buyers Products easy gate tailgate assist for open landscape trailers. Now the easy gate tailgate assist is designed to reduce physical strain when lifting and lowering heavy trailer tailgates. It has a spring in this tube right here. It's a two tube construction. So this is a tube and then this is a tube. They slide into one another and then we have the clamps that go over the tubing and actually bolt to the top rail of our trailer.

Pop and Lock Vehicle Locks - Tailgate Lock - PAL85407 Review

Speaker 1: So we are going to take a look at the Pop and Lock Custom Tailgate Lock with Handle. This is going to have a power lock function as well as the manual bolt lock and it comes in blue metallic.So as you can see, this is going to be a really nice replacement of your OEM tailgate lock and handle. It does come in that blue cobalt color to match with your vehicle. And the nicest thing about this is that it's going to have the functionality to allow you to use either the manual lock or the powered lock in your vehicle, so whenever you hit the unlock or lock button at your door, your tailgate will lock as well. And the manual key can be coded to your ignition key so you don't have to worry about having an extra set of keys to get this unlocked. It's just that one key that you use to unlock everything.

Pop and Lock Tailgate - Truck Tailgate - PL6200 Review

Speaker 1: Today we're gonna take a look at the pop and lock custom tailgate lock with handle. This is a manual lock and it comes in black. This is going to be custom designed to replace your OEM handle on your Honda Ridgeline and it goes from 2017 to 2018. It's made of a durable ABS plastic housing. This is gonna be a perfect replacement for keeping anything secure in your truck bed, especially if you have a camper shell or a tonneau cover and you wanna keep the items inside there safe. It does have a little notch out to put your camera through there if you have your camera equipped on your Ridgeline.

Tailgate Questions and Answers

How to Determine the Difference Between the New and Classic Body Styles for a 2007 Chevy Silverado
The easiest way to tell the difference between the 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic and New Body Style is the tail gate or the tail lights. The new body style will have a large Chevy bow tie emblem in the center of the tail gate. It will also have red tail light assemblies. Take a look at the parts I have linked that show the new body style and the classic body style. If you have a classic model, you will need to use # VGM-99-4000. I do not believe the new body applied to the 2500 and 3500...
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Recommended Trailer Ramp/Gate Lift Assist For Utility Trailer with Custom Solid Gate/Ramp
For a trailer gate that weighs more than 300 lbs, I recommend using two of the Rack'Em Double Barrel Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Chain - 200 lbs # RA-27C. If it is right at 300 lbs, I recommend the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable - 300 lbs # GL1 as a more economical alternative for your custom made gate/ramp.
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Replacement Install Hardware for DeeZee Tailgate Assist # DZ43301
We offer a replacement hardware kit, part # BKT43301 that includes all the hardware, minus the gas shock. The nutsert that installs into the side of the tailgate that provides an attachment point for the shock isn't sold as a separate item.
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How to Tell the Difference Between 2007 Chevy or GMC Silverado or Sierra Old and New Body Styles
To determine if your 2007 GMC Sierra is the old or the new body style all you have to do is look at the back of the truck. If it is the old body style (Classic) then it will have amber turn signal lenses at the rear tail lights. New body style models will not have amber lenses and will also have a large logo in the center of the tailgate. I have included a picture showing old and new body styles side by side. The trucks are Silverados but the same differences apply to the Sierras. If...
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How Does DeeZee Tailgate Assist for Chevy Silverado # DZ43100 Install on Truck Body
The DeeZee Tailgate Assist for Chevy Silverado # DZ43100 installs without drilling on the drivers-side of your truck using the included hardware. Installation consists of removing two OEM bolts, one near the hinge and one where the cable attaches, with a 13mm socket and installing the included post stud and shock. You do not need to modify the vehicle (again, no drilling and no cutting) and all required parts for complete installation are included in the kit.
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5th Wheel Tailgate Recommendations for a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500
We have 2 different 5th wheel tailgates that I recommend for your 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The best one for your application really just comes down to what style you like better. The Stromberg Carlson 100 Series 5th Wheel Tailgate # VGD-02-100 is made of heavy-duty steel and has a powder coat finish that can be painted to match the color of your truck. This has a weight capacity of 100 lbs but it is see-through. The other design we have is the Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered...
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Backup Camera Compatibility with 5th Wheel Tailgate
For a 5th Wheel Tailgate like # VGD-10-4000, I recommend the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System with Flush Mount Camera # RVS-7707721 or the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System - Mirror with Monitor # RVS-772718 with this same camera. This is one of the more rare flush mounted cameras that will allow you to run the wires through the tailgate to give you a really clean look. You can mount the camera inside the composite tailgate or attach it to the outside. The outside lens diameter...
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How to Remove the Tailgate of a 2009 Chevy Silverado
Since you already have the passenger side of the tailgate of your 2009 Chevy Silverado off all you need to do is move the tailgate to the right to get it to slide off of the hinge and then it will be totally off. Check out the install video I attached for the part # VGM-07-4000 to see how it's done.
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How to Remove or Disconnect the Backup Camera on a 2013 Ford F-250
Stromberg-Carlson 5th wheel tail gate # VG-97-4000 does not have provisions to remount the factory back up camera on a 2013 Ford F-250 so it will have to be removed to use this particular tail gate. To remove it there are a couple of methods depending on the location of the camera. For a camera that is integrated into the tail gate handle: First, lower the factory Ford tailgate and remove (8) T-30 Torx tailgate cover bolts then remove the tailgate cover. Next, remove the camera/handle...
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Will a Bumper from a 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Fit a 2002 Silverado 2500HD
The first generation of the Chevy Silverado includes latter half 1999 to 2006 models as well as 2007 Classic models. So a 2002 Silverado 2500 and a 2006 Silverado 2500 will have the same body style and should be able to use the same bumper. We also carry bumpers for your 2002 Silverado. I have included a link to them for you. I recommend the Perfect Match in chrome # 31013 but we also have it in black, # 32013
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Comparison Between Rack'Em Double Barrel and Gorilla-Lift Tailgate Lift Assist Systems
Between the Rack'Em Double Barrel Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist # RA-27C and the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist # GL1, we do in fact sell more of the Double Barrel # RA-27C. As far as quality of the product, the Double Barrel # RA-27C and the Gorilla-Lift # GL1 are both good quality. As you mentioned, when it comes to installation the Double Barrel # RA-27C will require about half of the Gorilla-Lift # GL1 since there is only 1 lift rather than 2. The Gorilla-Lift...
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How Can I Seal The Tailgate Gap On A 2017 GMC Sierra 1500
I do have similar options that will allow you to seal the tailgate gap on your 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. I called my contact at Pilot Automotive at they informed me that they are no longer making the Truck Bed Tailgate Gap Cover part # TR-101 therefore, they will not be producing one for a 2017 model. In order to seal the tailgate gap on your vehicle, you can choose from either the Extang MaxSeal Tailgate Seal part # EX1140, the TruXedo Universal Tailgate TruxSeal part # TX1703206, or the...
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Recommended 5th-Wheel Tailgate for 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty
For your 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty, I recommend the Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate with Lock # VG-15-4000. I confirmed with Stromberg Carlson that this is the correct fit for your truck. This tailgate features a cutout for towing a 5th-wheel trailer as well as a keyed center release mechanism so you can lock the gate in a closed position. It will come with 2 keys and all the necessary installation hardware is also included. I have attached a video demonstration...
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Could the DeeZee Tailgate Assist # DZ43301 be Removed Easily for Tailgate Removal
Once installed the DeeZee Tailgate Assist # DZ43301 could be pretty easily removed so that you could take your tailgate off for your camper. The only component that you would need to remove would be the shock absorber that attaches to the bed rail and truck bed. The shock just snaps off and on so it would be pretty easy. Check out the install video I attached for more info.
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Will DeeZee Tailgate Assist Fit a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500
The DeeZee tail gate assist # DZ43300 is not a confirmed fit for the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. We do have the Hopkins EasyLift, # 74211 that is listed as a fit. I have included a link to a video showing how the EasyLift works.
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Fifth Wheel Tailgate for a 1996 Ford F-250
For 1997 the F-250 Super Duty bed remained the same as the 1996 models. An F-250 truck will use the VG-100 Fifth Wheel Tailgate if it is a Super Duty pickup. If you have a F-250 LD pickup then the part number you need is VG-97-4000. The ID in the door jamb is the production date for your pickup. Auto manufacturers start building the next years model mid year usually. That means your 1997 was built after the model change but in 1996 most likely. You should find the Super Duty or Light...
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5th Wheel and Gooseneck Tailgate for a 2017 Ford F-250 with Rearview Camera
The only replacement tailgate we have for your 2017 Ford F-250 is for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing applications. If you need a 5th wheel/gooseneck tailgate for your truck then the only option I have for you is the Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate with Lock for Ford Trucks part # VG-15-4000. This tailgate will retain your factory backup camera's mounting location but does not have the light feature you are inquiring about. The tailgate is also made of a lightweight...
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Does Anyone Make a Vented Tailgate with Backup Camera?
There was one option of a tailgate with a relocation kit we used to carry for the backup camera to make it compatible but that manufacturer stopped making the tailgates. It is possible to make your own if desired. I recommend starting with the # VG-15-4000, and then using a small camera system like the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System with Flush Mount Camera # RVS-7707721 or the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System - Mirror with Monitor # RVS-772718 with this same camera. This...
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Trailer Tailgate Latch Recommendations For Trailer Pulled by a Dodge Ram Pickup
While the Gorilla Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist # GL1 is a sturdy product that reduces the lift force needed to close the gate as well as slows the gates opening, I must recommend that you always have a latch or lock on your trailer. The Gorilla Lift by itself is not enough to keep the gate to your trailer closed while traveling. If you need a tailgate latch for your trailer, I recommend the Redline Bolt-On Stainless Steel Spring Latch # SL716SS. It features a stainless steel...
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Is Replacemebnt Nutsert Available For DZ43200 Tailgate
We offer the nutsert as part of the Replacement Bracket Kit for DZ43200 Tailgate, part # BKT43200. This kit includes the ball mount plate, torx wrench, nutsert tool, nutsert, and ball mount. We unfortunately do not offer the nutsert as a separate item.
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