Tailgate plastic thingys
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Tailgate plastic thingys
On an offroad camping trip, I lost the ability to open my tailgate. The plastic retainer that holds the rod to the release mechanism in the center of the tailgate disintegrated and it took a set of needle nose vise grips to open the tailgate.
Bronco graveyard sells new clips for a buck apiece. I was pleased how easy they were to replace. Back in business!
Thought I'd share.
Bronco graveyard sells new clips for a buck apiece. I was pleased how easy they were to replace. Back in business!
Thought I'd share.
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From: Simi Valley, CA
On an offroad camping trip, I lost the ability to open my tailgate.
The plastic retainer that holds the rod to the release mechanism in the center of the tailgate disintegrated and it took a set of needle nose vise grips to open the tailgate.
Bronco graveyard sells new clips for a buck apiece. I was pleased how easy they were to replace. Back in business!
The plastic retainer that holds the rod to the release mechanism in the center of the tailgate disintegrated and it took a set of needle nose vise grips to open the tailgate.
Bronco graveyard sells new clips for a buck apiece. I was pleased how easy they were to replace. Back in business!
Same puppy as 1973/90's LTD/Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis/Town Car door lock cylinder link rods. 1973/96 F100/350, 1997 F250 H/D & F350 tailgate link rods.
E6AZ-5421952-A (replaced D4AZ-5421952-A & D3TZ-1021952-A).
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From: Edmond, OK
I've bought the ones from the HELP section before, they didn't last long, a couple years? and with little to no use.
I've thought of taking one to the salvage yard and going around to see if I can find a replacement from something else.
The ones from the 90's F-series that Bill posted are what I was thinking.
I've thought of taking one to the salvage yard and going around to see if I can find a replacement from something else.
The ones from the 90's F-series that Bill posted are what I was thinking.
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That HELP! section usually gets you out of a bind, but I would try to find either an OEM or reputable replacement before you need HELP! again.
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I get Auveco stuff from a local guy that sells body shop supplies. Check around in your area. You can download their catalog at www.auveco.com. Those clips are on page 450.
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