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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 09:04 PM
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Removing Tailgate

What's the easiest way to take the tailgate off with this new spring assist? I have some dings and am getting it fixed.
 
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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 10:32 PM
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You take it off just like any other tailgate. Unhook the straps on each side, then open the tailgate half way. Lift up on the right side and when the right side is loose, slide the whole tailgate to the left. It should come completly loose. Ive taken mine off a million times..... P.s. dont let the spring assist fool you, its really heavy. Prolly 65- 75 lbs.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 12:51 AM
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Thanks for the info!!!!

I have to take off my tailgate tommorrow, and I would have probably unbolted ever bolt to get it out!!!


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