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Old Apr 15, 2024 | 07:20 AM
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what to use for tailgate top protector

what to use for tailgate top protector on my 54 F-100 tailgate top-- Pictures-- Thanks
 
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Old Apr 15, 2024 | 11:32 AM
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If you hurry: 1950-72 Ford F-100 Tailgate Protector, No Notch, Plain Steel (midfifty.com)

It's steel, so I don't know what that equates to. They call it a "protector"
 
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Old Apr 15, 2024 | 12:18 PM
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Depending on how protected you need it , if it's just for scuffing paint it and put 3m clear plastic film on it .
 
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Old Apr 16, 2024 | 05:58 AM
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I second EBAR's recommendation for PPF...I would find a local window tinting or detailing shop and see what they could do for you.
 
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The clear shield would be a good option for light use. I had some clear shield added to the tops of my saddle bags on my Roadking. It keeps me from scuffing the paint when I accidentally drag a toe across them.
 
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Another option would be clear tintable spray on bedliner (i think you add base coat color to the liquid bedliner), won't look as nice as the plastic film but it would put up with some HD use.....
just a thought.
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