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Right side tail gate hinges are nudged and cable has some slack now!

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Old 12-14-2010, 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Vijay
hinges bent
I'm not sure if you still have a question. But I'll comment anyway. I see damage to both the tailgate cup and the pin on the bed. I think you might need to remove the skin on the inside of the tailgate to be able to knock the cup back to straight. Or maybe it can be done from the outside. Can't really tell from this pic. On the bed side it looks like just the piece that bolts on is bent, and if you unbolt it I think you can hammer it back to straight.

Warriorm gave clear concise instruction on how to remove the tailgate.

All in all it looks like an easy DIY repair. Mostly just BFH work.
 
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Old 12-14-2010, 05:26 PM
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Thanks guys. I will try doing this over the weekend and post back.
Also, the ramps had been attached to the tail gate via a chain when loading up to prevent slipping backwards but sand underneath came loose because of high tides and the ramp rolled over half way through(I guess the wheels were not in center). It could have been worst but I have my helmet and belt on and my buddies were able to hold and push back the side by side.
 
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Old 12-14-2010, 05:53 PM
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Warriorm gave clear concise instruction on how to remove the tailgate.
Thank you very much. I try to keep it simple.

All in all it looks like an easy DIY repair. Mostly just BFH work.
5 pound hammer. One of my favorite tools. Does everyone paint their BFH's orange or neon green?
 


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