Is the Gorilla Lift Cable Available Separately for the Gorilla Lift # GL1

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i need just the cable not the spring can i buy this and if so how much. please e-mail me at above address. I REALLY LIKE MY LIFT, AT MY AGE IT MAKES ME STILL ABLE TO LOWER MY RAMP GATE THANK YOU

asked by: Ed S

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Expert Reply:

Because the attachment of the cable on the Gorilla Lift, # GL1, to the Spring could be a safety issue, the cable is not available separately. You would need to purchase the Spring and Cable Kit, # GSCC-400, to replace the cable.

expert reply by: Robert G

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Answer 1

The best trailer tailgate/ramp assist we have for your Bix Tex 70TV Trailer is the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist part #GL1. That said, this lift assist is only designed for a max side rail height of 24" which is also the max…

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Answer 2

I attached a page from the install instructions for your Gorilla Lift Tailgate Assist #GL1 that covers how to lower the spring tension.

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Answer 3

The Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist part #GL1 is designed for a trailer with side rails between 12" to 24" from the trailer bed and a tailgate height of 4' to 6' from trailer bed. That said, we do have another…

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Answer 4

Thanks for reaching out! When you install the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable #GL1 there is a trial and error type of section where you use S hooks to hook onto different points of your trailer ramp so you can test out the…

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Answer 5

The correct replacement spring and cable you would want for your Gorilla Lift part #GL1 is the part #GSCC-400. There will be a bolt and nut at the end of the #GL1 that holds the spring. When there's not tension on the system you will need to…

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Answer 6

With the Gorilla Lift Ramp Spring Assist #GL1 there are two sets of springs and you can disconnect the inner spring if you want to lower the spring tension and the outer spring will do the job just fine.

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Answer 7

According to the instructions for the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist part #GL1, you must cut the big outer spring to remove the small inner spring. I have attached an excerpt from the instruction manual below which states this. I…

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Answer 8

Since your gate is under 300 lbs I recommend using the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable #GL1. This is rated for 300 lbs and is compatible with open utility trailers that have square-tube, round-tube, or angle-iron side…

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Answer 9

To incraese the tension on your Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable part #GL1 the connection points on the ramp should be mover higher on the ramp. Move it up and check for assist and just set it to your preference. Once you…

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Answer 10

Typically, a tail gate on a trailer will have a pin that holds the tail gate in place when it is raised for transporting. I would not rely on the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist, part #GL1 for the only support when towing. I have…

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Answer 11

It is going to be the size of your 4' x 6' trailer's side rails and tailgate that matter when determining if the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist #GL1 will work for you. This tailgate lift assist will work if you have an…

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Answer 12

The Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable - 300 lbs #GL1 will be right on the edge of working with your trailer dimensions but it will not be a direct fit. You would need to use a different length of cable 3/16 inch diameter to…

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