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Mar 5, 2007 | 12:49 PM

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New, old tailgate

Ok, not sure if this is possible, but I have a 1995 F150 with the typical tailgate with no aluminum trim piece. I was wondering if it is possible to use a tailgate from a 80s truck that has FORD stamped in it. I like the look of the older style a lot better, but I just dont know if they will fit and latch up properly. Has anyone done anything like this before?

Thanks!

Mar 5, 2007 | 01:50 PM

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From: Davis & Newcastle, CA

What color is your current gate? If its white and in good shape I might take it off your hands.

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Mar 5, 2007 | 01:59 PM

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No, its Black with a sticker package on it that matches the truck, its in real good shape tho, just one tiny dent in the middle bottom that would take a few minutes to fix (my bumper is bent, and once without paying attention, when I opened the gate, it hooked the bumper.

But then again, it still isnt white.

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Mar 5, 2007 | 01:59 PM

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pre 87 used a hoop style latch.
87 and newer uses a bolt style latch.
so to answer your question, no to pre 87, yes to 87 and newer.

Mar 5, 2007 | 02:17 PM

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plus the 87 older are squared off on top. the body lines wont line up.

Mar 5, 2007 | 02:23 PM

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So, after looking in LMC truck, I see that they Ford had a tailgate with F O R D on it from 87-91, So, I guess I am looking for someone that has a 87-91 tailgate with the F O R D letters across it.

Does anyone know if they are raised or sunk in? I am not sure, havent seen one close up.

If anyone has any leads, or has one, color doesnt matter, I would appreciate it.