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DeeZee
DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for Pickup Trucks
Part Number: DZ45DJ
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$48.76
1994 Toyota Paseo
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DeeZee Lift Supports - DZ45DJ
- Vehicle
- Tailgate Assist
- DeeZee
DeeZee Tailgate Assist controls the drop of your truck's tailgate so it lowers smoothly instead of falling open under its full weight. The custom-fit design works with your factory tailgate and installs on one side with no drilling required.
Highlights
- Controls the Tailgate Drop: Shock-assisted operation slows the tailgate as it opens.
- Makes Opening Easier: Takes the sudden weight out of lowering a heavy pickup tailgate.
- Custom Fit for Your Truck: Designed to work with your vehicle's factory tailgate setup.
- Only 1 Kit Needed: Installs on one side of the tailgate for controlled lowering.
- No-Drill Installation: Mounts with included hardware without drilling into your truck bed.
- Made for Regular Use: Tested to handle repeated tailgate operation over the life of your truck.
Features to know about
Keeps Your Tailgate from Dropping Open
A heavy tailgate can come down fast once you release it. DeeZee Tailgate Assist uses a shock absorber to control that movement, letting the tailgate lower gradually instead of dropping under its full weight.
Easier on You When Opening the Tailgate
Because the system controls the downward motion, you don't have to support the full weight of the tailgate as you open it. That makes everyday access to the truck bed more manageable, especially when you've already got something in your other hand.
Custom Fit Works with Your Factory Setup
This Tailgate Assist is designed specifically for your truck and works with the factory tailgate cable. The ball-and-socket connection provides smooth movement while keeping the system neatly integrated with the existing tailgate hardware.
No Drilling Required
Installation uses the included hardware and doesn't require drilling into your truck bed. You only need 1 Tailgate Assist kit, installed on one side of the tailgate, to control the drop.
Specs
- Installation: no-drill
- Quantity: 1 tailgate assist kit
- Warranty: 3-year limited
DZ43207 Dee Zee Tail Gate Assist Lowering System
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2022 - 2028 Ford Maverick
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
1257 reviews
by:
Ian
10/14/2026
2020
ford
F-250 Super Duty
I installed this strut on a 2020 F250. Installation took about 5 minutes. Works exactly as I was hoping! Highly recommend! Thanks!
by:
William
05/23/2025
Purchased this for my 2020 Ford SuperDuty pickup tailgate. While the body skin on this vehicle is aluminum, and in my advancing years the tailgate seems to have gotten heavier as time has gone on. Watched the product and installation video on etrailer’s website prior to purchasing and figured it should help, and it does. Maybe doesn’t slow the decent when lowering as much as shown in the video but it is a definite improvement. Installation was straight forward and well explained in the included instructions. The kit did not however include the referred to bottle of thread locker, but I had one in the cabinet in my workspace. Over I am very pleased with both the product and the always satisfactory customer service from etrailer who will continue to be my go to for truck and trailer related accessories and upgrade items.
by:
Dennis
06/23/2026
2018
Ford
F-150
As installed the lowering assist is at a very steep angle. The tailgate is very heavy.
I question if it will last a couple of years. Why not have one on each side of the tailgate
I question if it will last a couple of years. Why not have one on each side of the tailgate
Mike L.
6/24/2026
That's a great question Dennis, I don't have an immediate answer, but I'll see what I can find out...
by:
Lewis
09/09/2026
I had this on my old truck. Ilike it so much that I install it on my truck that I just got.When my grandchildren are around the tailgate I feel good knowing that the tailgate will not slam down hurting them
by:
Robert
10/15/2026
It didn’t take long to get here after order was placed.
Installation was very straightforward.
Installation was very straightforward.
by:
Chuck
06/21/2026
2013
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
It works as advertised. It’s nice not having to fight with the weight of my F250’s tailgate. Also, I appreciate the installation videos. Made for an easy install.
by:
Bodie M.
05/21/2014
2007
GMC
Sierra Classic
I purchased this Dee Zee lowering system and the Tailgate Easy Lift together and installed them both. I found that having both the lift and lowering helped me greatly. And the best thing is they do not interfere with each other at all. On the lowering system I could not use the top washer because it moved the nut out too far and was rubbing the tailgate, NP. On the easy life, I drilled the holes and then turned my drill bit to where the holes was angled a little to match the torque rod, which made the installation a whole bunch easier . And greased all connection areas on both products. Thanks for sell these products and making it easier for me and my tailgate. And they work great together.......2007 GMC Classic Truck
Bodie M.
7/5/2015
Both products are still working great, and Ive had a bunch of positive comments about them.
by:
Rob O
08/08/2016
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Relatively easy to install.
1st timers should allow atleast 30 mins.
In operation:
Just pop the tailgate handle & let-go
the tailgate opens nicely w/o your
assistance.
(note: light weight Ram gate)
On Installation:
the nut assembly, for the tailgate empty
hole insertion, may need just a tap w/a
hammer to enter the hole; I know I had
to tap it.
Finally, I hope the spring clips in the ball
joint of the pump hold up under regular
use... time will tell.
Also, the clear protective mylar?
If, it's the 3x5 piece of paper I found in
item box; I couldn't peel it.
Satisfied & thanks!
Rob
1st timers should allow atleast 30 mins.
In operation:
Just pop the tailgate handle & let-go
the tailgate opens nicely w/o your
assistance.
(note: light weight Ram gate)
On Installation:
the nut assembly, for the tailgate empty
hole insertion, may need just a tap w/a
hammer to enter the hole; I know I had
to tap it.
Finally, I hope the spring clips in the ball
joint of the pump hold up under regular
use... time will tell.
Also, the clear protective mylar?
If, it's the 3x5 piece of paper I found in
item box; I couldn't peel it.
Satisfied & thanks!
Rob
Rob O.
12/12/2017
I enjoy it every time I open my tailgate. And, when Im with someone I make a point of demonstrating it to them because most of my friends have pick-up trucks but dont have the DeeZee installed.Also, worth mentioning, the DeeZee was an easy installation and you dont need to be a mechanic.Thanks again
by:
Stephen
04/21/2020
2020
Ford
Ranger
2020 Ford Ranger. Tailgate damper works as described. Instructions not completely accurate or detailed, but the damper is a simple install. Tailgate uses a T50 bolt head and takes some torque to remove, but follow the instructions of removing only one at a time and replace with the provided hex head screws. The truck bed bolt (the one reused) required a T45 bit (not the T50 in the instructions). The install of the upper damper bracket again was simple but the instructions did not state where the original flat washer was to be re-installed or not. I put it on the outside of the bracket. Popped the damper on the attachment point. Done.
Stephen
4/22/2021
No issues after a year of use. Working as designed.
by:
Ralph
04/11/2019
2016
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
This product is the easiest to install and most helpful to use modification on my truck, for the price...the return on investment is excellent. I've ordered and installed these tailgate assists on four different Ford Superdutys and every one of them has worked so well that I, well, installed them on four of my trucks! It's a pleasure to just pop the tailgate latch and let go as the tailgate slowly lowers itself, especially helpful when my hands/arms are full with something...Kudos to the inventor!!
Ralph
4/12/2020
One year later and that lift assist is still working like a warrior. Like many extreme cold states, my truck is abused by weather, road conditions and general use, yet this product performs like the day I installed it..a wise purchase for anyone wanting a tailgate assist!
by:
David
07/06/2026
2013
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
Came in a day early. Installed it in less than 1 hour. Definitely makes the heavy Steel body super duty tailgate much better by a slow no hands smooth drop.
by:
Mario
07/27/2026
2022
Ford
F-450 Super Duty
Very easy to install. seems to slow down the tailgate in a good way
by:
Bryan
07/31/2023
Now I can drop the tailgate and it won’t drop like a sack of rice! Installation is easy until I cut off the washer on the cable bolt only to realize that I don’t need to cut it. Got a replacement washer from O’Reillys. Read and understand the instructions, do not rush it.
Bryan
8/6/2024
After a year, it still works. Tailgate s like a feather.
by:
Michael A
08/15/2026
2016
Ram
2500
Simple install item. Seems well made. Fast delivery from etrailer.
by:
Terry C
04/29/2020
Deezee Tailgate Assist Tailgate : still doing its job. Has lost a little of its zing, so I'll have to see if there's adjustment for that. Installation was easy enough and functioned just as desired (no more tailgate slamming by girlfriend while I'm holding her plants...)
Terry C.
5/15/2021
After 2 years still holding up preventing the SLAM. I still recommend.
by:
Joseph
05/21/2026
2022
Ram
1500
Does not have the capability I hoped for, the tailgate still drops too fast with too much force.
Was easy to install but needs to be designed stronger.
Was easy to install but needs to be designed stronger.
by:
Fern
10/17/2012
2011
GMC
Sierra
think it could be a little more damping, the gate drops a little hard to my liking, but after I installed a Easy lift (pn 74211 installed without difficulty) , it is perfect.
This one for F150, I will try to install on my Ranger 2011
This one for F150, I will try to install on my Ranger 2011
Na
12/5/2014
Did the install on the ranger work?
Ralph
6/26/2015
ow did it work with your 2011 ford ranger
Rachael H.
6/29/2015
I have checked with my contacts at DeeZee and their Tailgate Assist Systems are designed only for use on full size pick up truck tailgates.
by:
Tailgate L
12/18/2024
Great tailgate lift. Easy to install and use. I would buy it again.
Dennis C.
12/19/2025
Great product. Works well and is still working today a year latter. Love this thing. Great tailgate lift.
by:
John
08/11/2014
2014
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Great product for lowering my tailgate, wish you made a device for raising the tailgate on my 2014 Dodge Ram lighter
John
8/11/2015
The lowering shock works very well and Im very pleased with it. Is there any plans on developing a system for making the raising of the tailgate easier ?Thanks again
Rachael H.
8/13/2015
Thanks for your follow up and reply. There is another option that does make lifting the tailgate easier. But it is not recommended to use a tailgate assist (what you have) to slow the drop of the tailgate in conjunction with the torsion bar style that helps reduce the weight while lifting your tailgate. Both of these items are fit guided specific to your truck tailgate.
by:
Mitchell
05/03/2026
2008
Chevrolet
Silverado
Tailgate kit arrived,early, installed saturday,simple toinstall, now tailgate drops at controlled rate,smooth,safe,no more holding as it opens.
by:
Troy
09/22/2026
I love the fact that it helps with lowering but wish it assisted with the lift.
by:
Wayne
02/15/2019
2013
Ford
F-150
Great product very easy to install.
You can install in about 30 minutes!!!!
No more losing control of tailgate falling fast and out of control.
You can install in about 30 minutes!!!!
No more losing control of tailgate falling fast and out of control.
Wayne
2/16/2020
Wonderful !!! What a great product
by:
Jj
10/24/2019
Went in fast and Works awsome. Avoids the slam of the tailgate. I hate how the talegate slams down. All cured now and I don't even have to hold on.
Jj
11/10/2020
Still loving this. No more slam when I open the tailgate. No matter how cold it gets.
by:
Bernie
09/04/2026
2006
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
This was a great addition to my tailgate, not sure how many times, I've opened it to have it bang down with my hands full. Simple installation. Quality parts.
by:
Larry
11/25/2020
This is the best addition so far for my F250. It makes it easy to lower the tailgate and not let it drop.
Larry
11/30/2021
Still works great! Its been great not having the tailgate every time its opened. It closes easy just like it wasnt there but slowly lowers every time its opened.
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William H.
5/24/2026
After a year’s use I am still very pleased with the overall performance of this product. My initial impressions regarding the device’s performance have been proven to be wrong as it has been an extremely helpful accessory. Would recommend it and purchase again.