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Old 03-13-2012, 07:54 PM
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flare side gate scrapes

My flare side gate scrapes the paint on my sides when I close the gate. Is there any thing for this
 
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The gap between the tailgate and tail light area is tight, right? Then assume the bedsides are bent inwards thus causing your clearance problem. A port-a-power ram could push it to be vertical again but having the problem already means that the metal is fatigued. You **could** add some welds to restore its strength provided that the area to be welded is accessible.
 
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