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This strong-as-steel plastic tailgate features a cutout that makes it perfect for towing a 5th-wheel or gooseneck trailer. The locking tailgate has built-in louvers that reduce drag, and it mounts securely with rotary latches and coated cables.
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Note: Not rated for weight bearing applications. Do not stand on the gate.
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Speaker 1: Today we're gonna be taking a look at the Stromberg-Carlson 4,000 series fifth wheel louvered tailgates with locks. This fifth-wheel tailgate replaces your factory tailgate so you don't have to lower it or remove it when making your fifth-wheel or gooseneck connection. The cutout design is gonna protect your tailgate from getting damaged; it's also gonna give you more visibility when backing up. The louvered design is not only stylish, but it's gonna reduce drag and it may improve your fuel economy. Here at the center it features a lock and two keys so it cannot be removed. Customers who are used to metal tailgates will still be satisfied with the glass-filled composite construction.
The frame is blow molded to create a lightweight, yet strong-as-steel tailgate, and since there's no metal, there won't be any rust or corrosion.Customer Don A. Says, "I had reservations about getting a composite gate after having three metal ones but now since ordering it I am perfectly happy with the decision. Looks super nice at a very affordable price." If you're just loading up cargo, it easily lowers and sits flush with your truck bed. Some other fifth-wheel tailgates require you to remove your factory cables and use them with your new tailgate. This tailgate includes two cables.
It does have a 100 pound weight capacity, so don't use it as a seat or a step. The tailgate latch, designed to work with your factory striker, you'll want to be sure you pick up the correct tailgate for your truck. Once installed, it easily latches into place. The side cover plates are adjustable so you can get that flush mounted look. It comes with all the hardware you need to get it installed.Customer Kenny Button says, "My son and I just installed the Stromberg louvered tailgate in only 20 minutes.
Just a few minor adjustments to the side covers and it fit like a glove. And to be honest my wife loves it because I nearly tore the factory tailgate off our F250 when I forgot to lower it after disconnect of our fifth wheel." And that's gonna complete our look at the Stromberg-Carlson 4,000 series fifth-wheel louvered tailgates with locks.
Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars (382 Customer Reviews)
This strong-as-steel plastic tailgate features a cutout that makes it perfect for towing a 5th-wheel or gooseneck trailer. The locking tailgate has built-in louvers that reduce drag, and it mounts securely with rotary latches and coated cables.
Still works after a year but it is light and cheap. 692602
The tailgate is beautiful and very easy to install. It is very sturdy. I like the lower cut for the 5th wheel than other have. It makes back access so easy and great clearance when loading the trailer. I have bought many items from "etrailer" and will continue to support this company. The are fast, efficient and have great prices. thank you for your quick service. Ordered late Thursday and it was hear Monday morning. Can't beat that. 739834
VG-15-4000 a 5th wheel tail gate is everything as reported. Item delivered 11/31/19 in excellent condition. Placed order for Ford OEM camera and associated hook up wiring to be delivered 11/05/19. Plan modify VG-15-4000 to include Ford tailgate camera. My local Ford Sales, Service, Collision and Parts all on board to assist. 722003
This is my 2nd one, I had one on my 2010 f350, and now one on my 2019 f350 669025
Not many options for Ford 2018 F-350 Super Duty 5th wheel tailgates. This one fits and looks good on my truck. It is plastic but for me that's ok. Worst instructions I've ever tried to read and the illustrations were useless. End covers were aggravating to put on having to take the tailgate on and off several times to adjust each side. All in all it serves its purpose and price was decent. 604218
The tailgate is light weight,easy to assemble.Also very easy to remove from the truck bed,love it. 557207
Installing the louvered tailgate was easy,small adjustment was need.If you have some play in the left bottom gate round slot that is ok.If the inside top portion of the striker plate holding claw rest heavy on the truck striker bolt with rubber bushing loosen the striker plate bolts slightly.Now close the tailgate,turn the lock handle to engage the holding claws.lightly tap up on the bottom of the striker plates this will move the striker plates upward .The holding claws now will rest ligthly on the truck striker bolt. Retighten the bolts. 527682
The assembly instructions were sketchy, and there were 2 parts that could not be used. So had to use some imagination, but managed to get it installed. Looks good... 412739
Fredrik N - 07/30/2018Received the new tailgate in three days. I installed it today. It fit my 2017 Ford F350 Super Duty perfect right out of the box. Didn't even have to make an adjustment on the latches. It took about thirty minutes total to remove my factory tailgate and install this one. Took more time to fit the side trim pieces than anything else. I had been waiting six months for manufactures to start making a gate for the 2017 Ford. Only identified one mfg making a metal gate and they wanted almost twice the cost of the Stromberg Carlson. I had reservations about getting a composite gate after having three metal ones but now since ordering it I am perfectly happy with the decision. Looks super nice at a very affordable price. etrailer can't be beat for product knowledge and customer service. 465522
Don A - 01/07/2019Shipping was incredible. Got all the way up here in Canada in no time flat. Product is great and easy to assemble. Thanks 411500
The tailgate installed fairly easily. The photos (figures) could have been larger to assist with details. Instructions were clearly written so the install went along without too much “head scratching.” Delivery of product was done by UPS and delivered on the date I paid for. I also purchased the accessory which fills in the V and it install easily too. Here is how it looks on my 2018 F-350. I would purchase again this product from etrailer 539870
Was a dream to install, but a pain to get the back up camera disconnected. 768400
I've owned and used the tailgate for a year. It works perfectly. 719671
Good job good service (fast ,clear, exa ct) 716842
This tailgate looks good and functions great. I’m happy with the tailgate even though it’s plastic and my last one was metal. It’s a lot lighter to swap with my regular tailgate. The only real issue with this tailgate is that the design doesn’t allow for a backup camera. If there was a camera built into the tailgate I would not have to swap out the tailgate. 707480
Purchased for my Ford F350 Super Duty pickup. Fair price, easy to install, great fit. Makes it so much easier to hook and un-hook my 5th wheel trailer. Really great product, would buy again. 688786
The tailgate was easy to install and instructions were clear. After a year of use it still performs well. The latch mechanism is a bit stiff and does not consistently latch the tailgate in a closed position. The one improvement I’d recommend is for etrailer to offer an aftermarket backup camera that would plug into my existing Ford F-250 wiring harness. Currently, after removing the stock tailgate, I lose the benefit of a backup camera. 681535
this tail gate was so easy to set up,love the way it looks, everything i buy from you I never had a problem,and if I had any questions your people had all the answers, Thanks for all help 668572
What can I say, except, you go online put in an order. You get what you ordered it comes in a timely manner and without damage. Price is right, tech support is excellent and customer service is above reproach. 667203
Great product, really enjoyed the response from customer service when the 1st. one we received was damaged. They sent out a new one the same day we received the damaged one. Great customer service. 661762
Easy installation, looks good, 637159
So far so good . Not on yet but good qu ality! 635251
Overall Good product, fits father in law’s 2019 F-350 very well. Other than the weight restriction of 100lbs it is a good tailgate. Would be an easy upgrade for Stromberg to add an extra steel square tube inside perimeter of plastic gate, then weight limit could be increased. Mechanism is sticky when opening and probably needs to be worn in to spring return. Time will tell on how it holds up, father in law has Tree/snow plowing business and it will put the tailgate to the test! 634865
Received the units on scheduled delivery date. The directions were fair, little confusing on some parts. But the videos helped. Purchased the fifth wheel gate and the insert. Was surprised the insert was metal. This gate looks good on the vehicle. It took approximately 40 minutes to do the complete install. I purchased this gate because it will be easier to hookup to my fifth wheel trailer. I believe this gate was sold at a fair price and appears to be a quality product. 613189
Dale - 03/21/2020Thanks for getting it here quickly. Putting it together was simple and easy. Could have been shimmed up better. Had to adjust several times to keep from hitting the rails of my truck. It doesn’t stay centered. Looks really good on truck. 590877
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