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Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. This ABS plastic tailgate handle has a keyed, steel tailgate lock, and the lock cylinder can be keyed to match your truck key. This handle replaces OEM handle. Great for tonneaus or camper shells.
Features:
Replace your existing factory tailgate handle with this ABS plastic tailgate handle that has a built-in manual lock. And you won't have to carry any extra keys. The lock cylinder for this tailgate lock can be keyed to match your truck key using patented BOLT codeable technology. Simply insert the key in the lock and turn it clockwise until it stops turning. Then remove the key. It's as easy as that. Your key will now unlock your tailgate. Use the Pop & Lock with your truck-bed cover or camper shell whenever you need to lock up valuables in your truck bed
The Pop & Lock locking mechanism is made of sturdy, armored steel to resist tampering. 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 custom design gives you a straight-from-the-factory look, and the Gloss Black color complements any other black trim on your truck.
A new tailgate can cost you hundreds - the Pop & Lock saves you the cost and aggravation of replacing a stolen tailgate.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
95% were satisfied with this product
5% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Easy to install. Love it..
Good,lock works like it should.
attractive finish; high quality; and easy to install
Easy to install. Took 5 minutes. 1 year later it's functioned perfectly.
Fast shipper
Part was perfect fit
Easy to install on my 2012 Tacoma. Has worked perfectly.
Dion D.
3/1/2023
Still working perfectly. Great purchase.
This is a difficult rating in that I would give etrailer 5 Stars and Pop and Lock 1 Star so I had to average it out to a 3 star rating. Alex at etrailer was excellent with info. and getting my order completed. On the other hand, the P&L part failed exactly were the online guy said it would and the new part will too as it is built exactly the same with the same little plastic part that isn't up to the job it needs to do. I wonder how long it will last this time.
Also, the part doesn't come with a new gasket which you'll need if the old one is no good or in my case, not present. Now I have to go shopping again for that gasket.
Sierra K.
11/30/2021
Customer Service will reach out to you. This says its supposed to come with everything needed to install.
Very good product. Appears to be just as well made as the OEM product. Installation was simple and quick.
Cheap plastic handle mechanism.
It’s very easy to install and look great to my pick up, shipping is very fast too.
Instructions could be clearer about where to run the rod you're supposed to flip, but overall decent product.
It had excellent instructions and was easy to install
But it is weak and does not lock and unlock positively.
It's perfect, save one small thing. The spring kept popping off, so I had to use the one from my old handle.
Fast Delivery
Quick and easy install. Setting the key to work was just as easy.
Negative things are I just don't like pot metal and that is what it's made of, still a quality piece though. The instructions could be written a bit better but that's the first thing that went in the fire.
The latch was too weak to punch the rods that open my tailgate.
This product updates your covered bed with ignition keyable lock. Directions are very good for simple install. Nice update for any 2ND Generation Takoma truck with bed cover!
This is just what I needed for my 2015 Tacoma. I bought the pickup a few months ago and put a bed cover on it. I needed a tailgate lock and Pop & Lock has met that need. It looks almost original and works great! Would definitely recommend if you need a tailgate lock for your pickup.
I give the product only three stars for the following :
I have a 2015 Tacoma and 3/4 years ago I ordered a POP AND LOCK for my truck. Last week I went to open the tail gate and heard a snap and the key turned 360. Being the tail gate was closed I had a hard time getting to the linkage and locking device with the tail gate closed. I finally was able to remove the plastic cover without damaging the Tacoma cover. I found the finger that operates the lock/open linkage to be snapped. I am the only one using the lock . So I can say it wasn't broke by undo force. So I ordered a new POP/LOCK. when I received it , I had a terrible time getting the old one removed. Three of the 4 10mm screws came out without a problem . The fourth one wouldn't come out. This was one of the two that hold in the camera. The metal threaded part was spinning inside the plastic. My guess this was because of two different metals (the 10mm screw and the metal threaded insert ). I had to carefully destroy the old POP/LOCK to save the piece that holds in the camera. Luckily, I did save the piece. I installed the new POP/LOCK and used never seize on the threads.
I have the following suggestions. Supply new screws that are the same metal as the inserts . Tell in the instruction to use a never seize on the threads.
Initial order was in limbo because UPS lost it during hubs. etrailer was not only quick to send a new unit out but very kind during the process. Service was phenomenal. Product is 3-4 star. Everything works like it should however this is the second time I've purchased this unit for the same truck. Handle is thin plastic and gets weak after about 5 years.
Instalation went well , key locked & unlocked, then closed gate, and locked again,but then the left side of gate would not open. OH MY, ha. Somehow the sm. Plastic lock for the rod came loose.oh my, but thanks to my HEAVENLY FATHER , after some time I was able to remove screws and force my hand in to pull rod open an replace.thanks looks good.
Absolutely perfect fit, finish and function. Great replacement product.
Installed lock unit in very short time with no hassles. Was very happy with ease of installation and fit.
Have plenty of faith that this tailgate lock system will give years of service.
Needed to have items secure in bed of truck while traveling.
Kevin
9/15/2019
Has been a fine addition to my truck. Has worked flawlessly.
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Fred
1/19/2022
GREAT