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Old Mar 20, 2017 | 05:06 PM
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Tailgate damper install

I just ordered one of these, should be able to install it this Wed. I watched a you tube video and it looks very simple,......... I'll post back with my thoughts.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2017 | 05:33 PM
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Is this the one you went with?

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Old Mar 20, 2017 | 05:44 PM
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No, I went with the OEM Ford unit

2017 F-250 F-350 tail gate dampening soft slams sound cushion damper tailgate | eBay
 
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Old Mar 20, 2017 | 07:03 PM
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Mine has this from the factory already. Do all 17's not come with this?
 
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It is easy to install I did this to my truck. Just have an extra hand for the tailgate since the wiring is fed down through the middle. I say this but I did it by myself. Just be careful with it. And have someplace soft to set it on. The dampner just bolts right it.
 
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Mine has this from the factory already. Do all 17's not come with this?
Its trim dependant. Its not standard equipment.
 
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Install was simple, took about 20 minutes. In my opinion, as cheap as this part/kit cost ($65), this is another fine example that Ford should include this as a standard item on all SD's, especially when you order the step kit option for the tail gate, it would make so much sense, kind of like illuminated vanity mirrors.
 
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