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Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. Add security for your valuables with this chromed ABS plastic tailgate handle that has a keyed, steel tailgate lock. Perfect for use with tonneau covers and camper shells. Replaces your OEM handle.
Features:
Frustrate tailgate thieves and cargo bandits with this key-operated, replacement tailgate handle. Use the Pop & Lock with your truck-bed cover or camper shell whenever you need to lock up valuables in your truck bed
Replace your existing factory tailgate handle with this chromed ABS plastic tailgate handle that has a built-in lock. The Pop & Lock locking mechanism is made of sturdy, armored steel to resist tampering. Because this locking handle replaces your factory tailgate handle, thieving varmints can't pop out the lock. The lock is raised slightly for convenient key access and to help prevent pinching. And the handle installs easily using basic tools - no welding or drilling is necessary. The stylish chrome finish enhances your vehicle's appearance, and the custom design gives you a straight-from-the-factory look.
A new tailgate can cost you hundreds - the Pop & Lock saves you the cost and aggravation of replacing a stolen tailgate.
Ratings & Reviews
Product quality appears excellent. Installation was a breeze. “How to” vid from mfr was very helpful. I sprayed WD40 on the plastic clips to make removal and reinstallation of the rods a bit easier. Don’t use tools to remove clips from rod, they may break and snap off. Use fingers and combo of force and finesse!
Excellent product! I just installed it today in about 30 minutes. I am just your average DIYer and this installation was as easy as it appeared in the install video, with no surprises whatsoever. It looks like a factory installed product, works great, and gives me the piece of mind I was looking for. I installed the Pop N Lock on a 2015 Toyota Tacoma with a back up camera. I highly recommend this product for anyone looking to lock their tailgate. Thanks to the manufacturer for providing a solution to an issue for which Toyota has not.
Great replacement super easy to install
Installed on my 2015 Tacoma TRD Off-Road. Replaces original fine using the original gasket. Has a few less pins to hold the gasket in place, but its sufficient. Handle is a bit smaller than the original due to the lock, so you have a little less leverage. This install (per instructions) requires you reverse the "wire" on the drivers side so that it does not rub against the locking mechanism, and in this specified alignment, it cannot use the middle support clamp and it rubs on the internal support structure of the tailgate. As a result, it's hard to open the tailgate. As a modification, I left the rod/wire in its original alignment, but placed a small bend in it about two inches or so away from the connection point to the lock (see pictures). This makes the latch work much better as the wire/rod can still be strapped into the middle support!
Installed the latch in less than 10 minutes. It looks great on my 2015 Tacoma. Very happy with my purchase. The best feature is that I can use my truck key and not carry around one extra key just for the lock.
It was so easy to install. Thanks for the photos in the directions. It took 15 minutes, tops.
Rear tailgate Pop & Lock with code able lock was easy to install and operates as designed.
Easy install took 45 minutes outside in 32° weather.
Good instructions.
Good quality too, looks like OEM.
Lock works great!
Secures my tonneau covered
2014 Tacoma Base Reg Cab 2WD
Super easy 15min I was done and on my way. So happy I made the purchase. Now when I travel I can feel a bit more secure. Purchasing was effortless and Shipping was super fast. I will definitely buy more parts from etrailer.
Quick and easy install, the installation video really helped.
Everything works great, giving me a locking bed for my truck. The only thing preventing me from giving a five start rating is the feel of the lock when keyed to lock. My key must be turned al the way to the stop before the lock locks. I am worried that it will fail to lock in the future.
The locking handle has performed very well over the last year. It still looks great but I keep my truck in a garage a lot of the time. It was easy to install and has increased the utility of my truck bed and tonneau cover because it locks now.
Easy to install, matches the original - I would have bought a more rugged metal replacement latch if I had known you had one available.
So far, so good. It has only been installed for a short period of time, but the fact that it can use my ignition key, and allows for the backup camera really makes this feel almost like OEM.
I just bought a TopperEZLift Weekender for my 2005 Toyota short bed I wanted to be able to lock up the back tail gate. My son found this locking handle on line for me. It's just what I was looking for simple to install and best of all I could key it with my truck key. Great product will pass on the web site to those looking for an locking tail gate handle. I also pickup your tail gate seal that was on your web site. Thanks,
Greg V.
My original Pop & Lock faded a bit after 4 years, so I replaced it with a brand new one. I had added a bed cover and needed to secure the tailgate.
The original worked without issue for 4 years.
I found that reviewing videos of the installation process helped. The installation was easy and the product met my expectations of quality construct and fit.
This replacement tailgate handle is fantastic. Exact fit and very easy installation and it works great. It’s awesome that it can be keyed to your vehicle key.
Received the tailgate latch last night for my 2015 Toyota Tacoma. Was exactly what I ordered. Installed it this morning and went in very easy, no problems at all. Thank you so much.
Really easy install by following step-by-step video, took about 20 minutes. Keying the lock to match my ignition key was simple,and so far it's working great. I read a few reviews that said the tailgate has to be in locked position in order to remove key, I did not find that to be the case, my key comes out regardless of whether it's locked or unlocked. Great product, highly recommend.
2014 Tacoma. This was a piece of cake to install. The biggest problem was finding the proper torx wrench for the tailgate cover remove - fortunately they were not very tight. The factory backup camera re-installed into new handle just fine after removing knockout plug. The two metal arms installed easily. The re-keying to fit my ignition was painless. I'm impressed. Handle is not as sturdy feeling as original OEM handle but is adequate. Not only is the handle smaller (which is expected) but the plastic feels thinner to me. Overall I'm very happy with this lock so far.
works as it should...no issues AND STILL WORKS FINE.
The tailgate lock arrived today. That 5 minute installation took (68 and 72 year olds) about 1.5 hours to install, but it is now installed and working. Our fingers are not as supple as younger folks.
Thanks for all of your assistance. Have a good week-end.
It appears to be made of good quality materials installed easy works well. I guess the only downfall of it is that I wish that the ignition key to the actual truck would also work to unlock the tailgate. I don't want to have to have two keys, but that's OK. It still works as advertised.
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