Lock your tailgate!!!!
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It was from a vendor mentioned in a post, here on FTE. Don't recall the name, but the post also included great instructions and pics on how to install it. Very well done- the install took me 15 minutes because of that article. Nothing about it is hard, but there would be some head scratching time that adds up without it. For example, it's counter-intuitive, but the electric lock does not connect to the gate's locking portion of the latch mechanism!
Cargo Master
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: WV
I bought mine from the "Pop and Lock" company part number PL8250. However, that kit supposedly only works from '99 to '06 and I see you have an '07. I don't see one for '07+ listed on their site but you might contact them to see what they have to offer....
Pop & Lock Corporation - Home
Here's a write up I did on mine....
Pop & Lock Power Tailgate Lock
Pop & Lock Corporation - Home
Here's a write up I did on mine....
Pop & Lock Power Tailgate Lock
Logistics Pro
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Wake Forest, NC
Oooh, one that works the lock mechanism. Doesn't appear that all the pop lock models do for that part number. I searched it and some were different. I just picked up a pace edwards model that locks the latch separately for $29 shipped, but I wonder if it can be modified to work the lock. It's a small detail, but it would seem more OE if it worked the lock so you could unlock it with the key if there was ever the need. Although, I suppose this way it keeps some one from punching in the lock. Maybe I won't worry about it since I have to use my keyless regardless because I don't have it originally and it sets the alarm too.
07 is exactly the same as the older trucks, my bed is from an 07 and it wasn't any different from my 02.
07 is exactly the same as the older trucks, my bed is from an 07 and it wasn't any different from my 02.
Tuned
Joined: May 2008
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Mine will never be locked as it is way too much of a pita to lock and unlock. I use my gate 10 to 20 times a day. If u want something usefull spend your money on the easydown tailgate assist. I have 4 fords and one gmc and they all have the easydown mod. Just unlatch and let it fall and it does not fall and damage your precious tail gate. Goes down real slow. Go to EZ Down dot com. and order away. They are even available for the 08 09 SD pickups. Every body i show has to have one. We don't need locks in Kansas as we hang or shoot thieves. Survivors we shoot again.
Hotshot
Joined: Nov 2000
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From: Pflugerville, tx
I've read of too many tailgates being stolen before. Here's a 50 cent anti-theft "device". I use this method pictured below.
Hose clamp around the right side. The side with the notch. Point the screw driver slot DOWN as shown in the picture so they cant just use a screwdriver or even a quarter to unscrew it. They have to have the correct size box end wrench to unclamp it. It does not interfere with the movement. And yes, lock your tail gates as well...
Hose clamp around the right side. The side with the notch. Point the screw driver slot DOWN as shown in the picture so they cant just use a screwdriver or even a quarter to unscrew it. They have to have the correct size box end wrench to unclamp it. It does not interfere with the movement. And yes, lock your tail gates as well...
ps, you DO have to keep the wrench and screwdriver in the truck in case you DO want to pull the tailgate (like when loading a engine or whatever and you need that extra slide in distance..)
sam
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From: Paramount, Ca
08 ford f350 f250 tailgate
Here's one I found in LA.
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Paramount, Ca
Ford Dually long bed 8' 08
Here's one for $120, more than likely no step but it's a tailgate.
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/1360269669.html
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Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Glastenbury, VT
I bought this 2008 F250 SD in Massachusetts, they told me right away to always keep it locked, they said 3 were reported stolen that they knew of as soon as the trucks hit the streets.
I said, ok, thanks, sticker says it is $543 dollars or some such, be annoying if you can't get one, but insurance should cover it.
I don't lock it only as it seems stupid to lock the tailgate and my truck is out there wide open in the driveway all day and night, I don't take my guns out of it even, house is never locked either.
If it came to locking the tailgate or risk it missing I'd rather move.
I said, ok, thanks, sticker says it is $543 dollars or some such, be annoying if you can't get one, but insurance should cover it.
I don't lock it only as it seems stupid to lock the tailgate and my truck is out there wide open in the driveway all day and night, I don't take my guns out of it even, house is never locked either.
If it came to locking the tailgate or risk it missing I'd rather move.
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Joined: Jul 2008
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From: SoCal
there are some out there
i just sold one off an 08 but without the step for a good price
Now for me im going ot have to do all the locking ideas from here just incase too many slick people walking around the neighborhood lol
i just sold one off an 08 but without the step for a good price
Now for me im going ot have to do all the locking ideas from here just incase too many slick people walking around the neighborhood lol
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