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These tailgate locks have been designed to give your truck an OEM look while securing the tailgate to help prevent theft. These patented tailgate locks are the perfect companion for pickups with truck caps and tonneau covers.
1999 - 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra Classic Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
1999 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
1999 - 2006 GMC Sierra excluding Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra Classic excluding Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
1999 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado excluding Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic excluding Crew Cab with 8 Foot Bed
Video of Integrated OEM Tailgate Lock - 1999-2007 GM Full Size Pickups
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today we are going to review part number LH-003, the tailgate lock from Bully. This particular lock is specific for GMC Sierras and Chevy Silverados, for model years 1999 to 2007. Our replacement tailgate locking system consists of three pieces. We have our black plastic replacement bezel, the inner locking mechanism and then two keys. This system works great in combination with your trucks camper shell or tonneau cover to provide maximum security for your trucks bed. 0:30
Let us go ahead and take a look to see how easy it is to install one of these on our truck. The first thing that we need to do is go ahead and remove the original bezel that is on the vehicle. To do that, we need to release four clips. There are two here at the top and two here at the bottom. We are going to start by releasing the top clips and to do that we just want to take a flat head screwdriver and go ahead and pry in there until you hear them release. And then for the bottom clips, they are actually facing down. So we need to actually lift up on the bezel to get those to release. Next, we want to go ahead and open the tailgate. We need to remove the bottom retaining bolt. And then we can go ahead and close the tailgate again and we are going to go ahead and start installing our locking mechanism. 1:25
What we are going to do is feed it into the opening here. And what we are going to attempt to do is align this hole in the top of the mechanism with the hole from the screw that we had just removed. So what we want to do is go ahead and the key into the locking mechanism and go ahead and rotate it down. Go ahead and align the two holes. And then, with the provided screw and washer, go ahead and it from the inside of the tailgate and thread it into the locking mechanism. And with the locking mechanism installed, you can see that now in the open position the inner workings of the tailgate are allowed to work freely. 2:04
When we rotate it into the lock position, the arm of the locking mechanism comes up into position and prevents the handle from opening. And install our new bezel And again we want to make sure that we place the clips in properly. We want to go ahead and put the bottom clips in first into the holes. We will rotate it up and go ahead and set the other ones into position. You can see we have perfect alignment with the locking mechanism below. And that is all there is to it. In just a couple of minutes we have our new locking handle into position and it has a great OEM look to it. And that will conclude the review and installation of part number LH-003 from Bully.
Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars (321 Customer Reviews)
Quick and easy install. Would recommend this item. Could not be happier. 517463
Little tough to install, but works great once I got it in. 567220
Doesn't Hold Handle Very Well 614298
This lock is still working flawlessly at keeping my tailgate locked and bed secured with my tonneau cover. I would definitely recommend getting this item if you want to lock your tailgate. 362576
I love this product and think anyone who has a topper or tonneau cover should really look into getting one for added security.
... I ordered & received the etrailer tail gate lock very promptly and with instructions, had it installed within twenty minutes with ease. The lock works excellent on my 2004 Chevy Silverado , no jamming or sticking. I would but another without hesitation and highly recommend this product to anyone that wants to keep their tailgate from being stolen, I give it a five star rating . Ken Nowlin 278224
Works great. When I installed it, it didn’t work at first then I played around with the rods a little and it works great now. 601104
Recently purchased and installed on my 2000 2500 Chevy truck. Pros: - Arrived quickly. Shipped the same day it was ordered. Thank you! - Cheaper than anywhere else. - 2 keys included. - Simple procedure to remove old and install the new lock. Con (This is a minor issue and easily fixed so keeping 5 stars) - The bolts included are phillips or straight blade. Neither work well when installing. - The threads on the lock are not easy to mate with the bolt. The bolt threads are real tight at first and then loosen once you get past the initial start. - Best option is to run to Westlake and get a m6x1.0 bolt about 3/4" long with a 10mm head and use a ratchet with the included washer. It's the best $0.69 + tax spent to make this much easier to tighten down. The lock needs to be fully tightened to allow the tail gate to open properly with the lock installed. Other than the bolt issue, this is a great addition to my truck to ensure the tailgate or stuff in the truck bed is not stolen. 667231
Easy enough to install. Instructions a bit vague- "With the key in the lock- carefully align the hole..." OK, key is in lock, but should it be in "locked" or "unlocked" position? Anyway, got it installed. Opened tailgate. Yep, works fine. Turned key and removed. Opened tailgate. Yep, works both ways. Uninstalled. Re-read instructions. Watched video. Reinstalled. Tailgate opens unlocked. Good. Tailgate opens locked. Unlocked it and watched mechanism in action. Works good. Locked it and watched mechanism. As pressure build from lifting handle, there was enough give that tailgate opens right up. Made sure everything was super tight. Nope. Not gonna keep this puppy shut. Waste of time and money. Unless the keyhole discourages thief, my tailgate is just as accessible with as with out. Time to find a different product. 520186
This lock was entirely UN-satisfactory! After several attempts to install in my 2004 GMC 2500 HD, I finally managed to get it on. The supplied screws were too short, and only grabbed one or two threads on the lock. I viewed the install video (twice), read the supplied instructions (twice), and, by the hardest, got the lock installed. After replacing the supplied bezel and shutting the tailgate with it UN-locked, I pulled on the handle to open the gate, and IT broke! I'm now out the price of the lock, plus the cost of a new gate latch plus labor. Wish I had never ordered it!!!!!! 156767
Funny story now but not at the time / watched video on installing but it was on a different year truck than mine and it looked very simple to do and it would have been had I looked at the enclosed instructions that noted tailgate must be closed to install but no I couldn't be that smart / end result installed lock with tailgate down and tonneau cover attached closed the tailgate only to find out that the lock worked very well I couldn't open the tailgate because by having the tailgate down while installing didn't allow the latch arms to open and a 15 minute job turned into over an hour project trying to get the tailgate open / but I would recommend the Bully Tailgate Lock and most definitely would recommend reading the instructions something I will always do before doing anything from now on 490490
I am completely satisfied with the Bully Tailgate Lock as I stated in my previous review read the instructions before installing and it will be easy to install and take about 15 mins would definitely recommend this lock
Great lock for canopy 544930
Item arrived a day earlier than projected. Installed in less than 5 minutes. It's not Fort Knox - but it's 100% improvement over the locked camper shell by itself. Super product, well made, well designed. 100% + satisfied! Thank you 467768
I received the product today through the mail and I'm happy say that everything there was ok . I have not install yet but I already seen your video so there should be no problem there. Thank you for your great service and for the product. 726190
Thanks this service was great, the part was just what I looking for! I was impressed by the quality and the way it fit. My wife is now very happy, with our new cover we now can lock our things up when we travel. This lock was the final thing to complete our needs! Again Thanks 719047
The handle broke within four months 714066
Very easy to install, looks like a stock option. 713581
fit like a glove and easy to install ! 706359
Looks factory and works as advertised. 704845
I was very pleased with the installation of this product. Parts are high quality and the look is OEM just like the description says. I would not recommend using the one-way (security) screw that comes with the product as I needed to remove the locking mechanism two or three times to get it to align with the latch properly. I found that a little grease on the arms of locking mechanism where it contacted the latch helped keep it from sticking or jamming as others have mentioned. Overall a great experience shopping at this company. Thanks etrailer.com! 699717
I just do not like the plastic clips holding the bezzle in. 682786
Installed it about a year ago. Locks tail gate handle. Works fine. I use it all the. 680047
Excellent customer service and timely delivery. The tailgate lock fit perfectly. 677735
So far so good it installed easy everything fit good, my only thing so far that i can say negative is the plastic on the key is poor quality it looks like it is shedding its skin. 672328
This product will help me secure my items in my pickup truck bed a lot easier! Peace of mind knowing I have theft deterrent! 672182
Had to modify the center hole in plastic bezel for the lock tumbler (to small of an opening), also had to elongate the holes in the tail gate for the release mechanism for proper alignment to the plastic bezel. 668150
Just installed, only time will tell. Only gripe at this point is the lock mount should be designed to reuse the OEM bottom mounting screw. I like the continuity of a stock appearance. 665574
The tailgate lock has worked out great! It gives great security when i put anything in my vehicle . It works very easily and i am glad i purchased it. 665254
Easily installed a minor amount of adjustments to allow tailgate to operate properly. Just installed lock today, therefore I can talk to durability of the product. 664931
Product as described, very easy to work with, fast shipping. A+, A+ 655045
Easy installation (15 min). I did review the video. The lock was good quality. 654363
The tailgate lock that I purchased from E Trailer one year ago has performed flawlessly. It was easy to install using the well written installation instructions. The lock comes with 2 keys. My local locksmith did not have the key blanks to make another key. A call to E trailer helped me find the manufacturer of the lock who then sent me the correct key blanks to get extra keys made. I was very happy with E trailer and Bully locks for their extra help to assure my satisfaction. 651594
looks great , but have not installed iy yet 643711
Shipped very quickly. Installation was a snap and the quality seems very good. 635001
Very easy to install, had installed for a year now and no problems. If you have a bed cover and want more security for your things install this lock. 2005 2500hd lly is my truck. 617341
Pretty decent price for something that can make your tailgate secure from someone who only takes a little mild discouraging to move on. The fit is quick and easy just not exactly confidence boosting to stop someone even halfway determined to get inside your tailgate. It would be nice if the design was revised slightly to eliminate the twist which occurs when tightening the screw. When locked there is still enough play in the handle to allow the left side latch to click as though it is opening. Overall, for day to day applications I will use the keyed lock but I will still use the strap attached to the tailgate when I really want the gate to be secure. 616864
Have not had a lick of trouble with it since the day I installed it a year ago. 610463
ARRIVED ON TIME EASY TO INSTALL AND WORKS AS ADVERTISED. ALL GOOD THINGS IN A WORLD WHERE "AS PROMISED" DOESN'T ALWAYS HAPPEN. THANKS.. 600476
Great product molly the rep i talked to was very professional and helpful we need more people like her. 600315
Pros: easy to install. Looks great. Keeps my stuff secure. Cons: loose fit. Fell off and broke. New bolt head does not match factory bolt heads. 594527
Very easy to install. Great solution to deter tailgate thieves. For additional security I ordered a left side tailgate hinge (the side without the gap for tailgate removal) and installed it on the right side. Now there is no way a thief can remove the tail gate unless they go through the trouble of removing the bolts of the hinge which are not very easy to get to. I have had a tailgate stolen in the past. NOT Fun! 588239
Works, but does hang up a bit and surround has come off a few time when opening tail gate. 584682
This lock works well and is easy to install. I had taken my truck out of town for training and had some things in the bed. I had the topper locked but one morning when I left for class I found that someone had tried to open the tailgate. It arrived ahead of schedule and was installed in less than 10 minutes. The video was very helpful. The first couple times you open the tailgate it is a little stiff but after that, it’s fine. The lock works great and I can sleep a little more soundly. 580122
Very easy to install..it gives a great peace of mind that I don't have to worry about loosing the tailgate in a parking lot ( removal taking a brief 15 seconds) I did loose the bezel running on rough surface with tailgate down and ordered new product and then drilled a couple of holes and secured with screws. Overall I am very happy with the product. 579816
UPS delivered it yesterday to the wrong address. etrailer people fixed that within an hour. Today it is installed and works great. Thank you very much for a great product, price and wonderful service. 579064
Lock is easy to install. Make sure that latch mechanism is not worn, otherwise lock will not work. My latch mechanism was loose and did not work with lock. After making adjustments to the latch mechanism (tightened everything up) lock works perfectly. If latch mechanism is loose, tailgate will open in both lock and unlocked positions. 578677
Fit perfect. Instructions were spot on. Installed in about 10 minutes tops. 577541
After having a tailgate stolen, and the time, trouble and expense to replace it I wanted to be sure it would stay put. This lock was very easy to install and it works great! I would recommend it to anyone . 576625
It did come in, thanks! I have tried to put it on today, but the latch is too short, so when it was installed and locked, the bars would slip right past it. I will be returning it, how should I start this process? 575766
I am very impressed with etrailer. They not only had the replacement tailgate lock I needed for my 2006 Chevy Silverado, but it shipped and arrived in a few days. It was exactly what I was looking for. I'll be using and recommending this business to others. 573243
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