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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 04:27 PM
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Cool Tailgate trouble

I have a '84 F-150. Some buttwipe stole my tailgate. I found a tailgate from a '78 F-150 in good shape with all the hardware for $25.

Question: Will the '78 tailgate fit and work on my '84?

I know the body style changed in '80 and it won't look right, but all I want is to be able to put the tailgate up and hold stuff in the bed.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 05:49 PM
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I wish it had been me that stole your tailgate. Mine's in such bad shape (rusted at the hinges and the handle/latches don't work), I need a new one.

I doubt the older tailgate will work with your truck. I think the size is different (width and height). I do know for sure that a stepside tailgate won't work on a styleside box.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 06:52 PM
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I'll sell you my tailgate for $400 and throw in the rest of the truck for free.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 07:12 PM
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lol...what year is it? Any pics?
 
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