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Old Apr 5, 2026 | 11:11 AM
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Tailgate Protector

I'm having a heck of a time finding a tailgate protector for my 25 with the step.

Anyone have a link to one?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2026 | 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Shadowrider123
I'm having a heck of a time finding a tailgate protector for my 25 with the step.

Anyone have a link to one?
Guess I am confused. I thought all tailgates come with a protector. Are you talking about inside the bed?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2026 | 11:38 AM
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This one is supposed to fit and looks right, I haven't ordered it yet. The Step tailgate has the two beer holders on the passenger/right where the non-step has one rectangular depression and a beer holder over there.

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Old Apr 6, 2026 | 02:53 PM
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Just get the Lasfit. I got one for my 2021 and it fits like a glove
 
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Old Apr 6, 2026 | 03:10 PM
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Just get the Lasfit. I got one for my 2021 and it fits like a glove
This one?
Amazon Amazon

It's not for the tailgate with the step, the pockets are wrong.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2026 | 05:12 PM
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I can't seem to read. I looked at the 23-26, it said not for tailgate with step. Sorry, does Weathertech offer anything?
 
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Old Apr 7, 2026 | 06:29 AM
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Is this for tailgates that don’t have the spray in bed liner on them?
 
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Old Apr 9, 2026 | 07:40 AM
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I don't have the spray in bedliner. Just the tailgate with step.
 
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i am looking forward to seeing some wear and tear on my bare painted tailgate, remind of the good ole days, why protect it? has anyone ever needed a new one because they didn't in the past 30 years? box liner same thing, added money and added weight, for no valid reason, rubber bed mat only, and at least it has a daily function of holding **** somewhat in place and a bit easier on knees when horsing around in there, i want to see something that says truck on the bed sides and tailgate after years of adventures...just saying, think it through, no mud collectors underneath, although i do like fender liners as i do see a lot of mud, but skids etc. just getting in the way of service guys and collecting mud, less is more, let it be a truck, so much of this is overthought
 
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Old Apr 10, 2026 | 11:35 AM
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My drop-in bedliner came with one.




 
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Old Apr 11, 2026 | 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Shadowrider123
I'm having a heck of a time finding a tailgate protector for my 25 with the step.

Anyone have a link to one?
Ordered mine from Ford Accessories using points for my 2025 F450 Platinum. Very pleased with the fit. Lists for $80.

Super Duty 2023-2026 Tailgate Liner Kit

Sub Order ID: FAE:41268978

Part Number: PC3Z9900038CA

https://www.ford.com/product/tailgat...it-p2821586370
 

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I ordered the one Archion posted a link to. Should be here Monday.
 
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Arrived a day early. About 30 min to install, part of that was cleaning the tailgate.

The factory screws and 3 long pieces of double side tape hold the protector on. The tape was preinstalled on the backside. I drilled through the center of the indents and everything lined up perfect, no fidgeting around trying to make it line up.

The quality, fit and finish are top quality. Looks OEM

Even at the outrageous price of $100, I give it two thumbs up.




 
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Originally Posted by Shadowrider123
Arrived a day early. About 30 min to install, part of that was cleaning the tailgate.

The factory screws and 3 long pieces of double side tape hold the protector on. The tape was preinstalled on the backside. I drilled through the center of the indents and everything lined up perfect, no fidgeting around trying to make it line up.

The quality, fit and finish are top quality. Looks OEM

Even at the outrageous price of $100, I give it two thumbs up.
Looks good, I'll have to get around to ordering that on the next round of goodies.
 
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