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Truck Tailgate Assist
Safely control the drop rate of your tailgate with custom Tailgate Assist Shock.
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Truck Bed Operation So Easy a Child Could Do It
If you’re looking for tailgate operation so smooth you could virtually use a single finger, then Dee Zee Tailgate assist is the choice for you. It allows easy operation, even when your hands are full, and avoid the bone-jarring “thud” from your tailgate slamming down.
This simple addition can extend the longevity of your tailgate and ensure the safety of operators, including children looking to lend a helping hand.
Our single dampened gas shock is extensively tested and works in conjunction with factory cables. All mounting hardware is included and no drilling is required for installation. Truck Tailgate Assist is designed specifically for each make and model, which makes installation a breeze.
Truck Tailgate Assist Features:
- Safely Controls The Drop Rate of Your Tailgate
- Designed Specifically for Each Make and Model
- Tested To Handle Heavy Daily Use
- Works In Conjunction With Factory Cables
- Easy, No Drill Installation with Simple Hand Tools
- All Hardware Included - Mounts to Driver's Side
- Only One (1) Tailgate Assist Required per Vehicle
- 3-Year Warranty
Dee Zee products are eligible for return within 30-days from receipt. Items must be returned in new condition with all original packaging, literature, hardware, and parts. Customers are responsible for related shipping costs and subject to a restocking fee. Click to review our full returns policy.
Dee Zee, Inc. guarantees the original purchaser a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects in materials, workmanship, and design under normal use, excluding damage resulting from road hazards such as gravel or other debris, product misuse, improper installation, impairments from accidents, product modifications, improper repairs, spills, vandalism, product neglect, or acts of God.
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of new product(s) and is limited to the replacement of genuine Dee Zee products. Modification of any kind to Dee Zee products voids all warranty coverage. Warranty does not include electrical components, installation, cost of removal, labor, transportation costs, loss of use, inconvenience, or consequential damages.
WARRANTY COVERAGE - MATERIALS & WORKMANSHIPLIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY:
- STAINLESS STEEL: Side Steps, Grill Guards, Bull Bars, Bed Caps, and Side Rails
- ALUMINUM: Side Steps, Running Boards, Storage Boxes, Transfer Tanks, Bed Protection, Invis-A-Racks, Cab Racks, and Side Rails
- PLASTIC: Storage Boxes
- OTHER: Front and Rear Bumpers
- POWDER-COATED / E-COATED STEEL: Side Steps, Running Boards, Storage Boxes, Transfer Tanks, Cab Racks, Ladder Racks, Sport Bar, Cargo Carriers, Mounting Brackets (NX, Rough Step, and Bumper Guards only)
- OTHER: Tailgate Assist, Bed Mats, Floor Mats, Auxiliary Fuel Connection Kits, and All Products Not Otherwise Listed Individually
WARRANTY COVERAGE – COMPONENT PARTS
Operational items such as shocks, latches, hinges, and wear items including, but not limited to, mud flaps, step pads, end caps, hardware, seals, etc. have a one-year (1) warranty. Replacement component parts can be ordered via credit card (MasterCard or VISA) by calling 1-800-779-2102. All replacement parts are non-returnable and non-refundable.
WARRANTY COVERAGE – FINISH PROTECTIONThe finish of all Dee Zee products is covered for one-year (1) from the date of purchase. Dee Zee products have a high quality finish that must be cared for and maintained like any other exposed finish on the vehicle. Protect the finish with non-abrasive automotive wax (e.g. Pure Carnauba) on a regular basis. Applying soaps, polishes, or waxes that contain an abrasive compound may scratch the finish and leave the exposed material susceptible to corrosion.
WARRANTY COVERAGE – COMPONENT PARTSOperational items such as shocks, latches, hinges, and wear items including, but not limited to, mud flaps, step pads, end caps, hardware, tool box trays, seals, etc. have a one-year (1) warranty. Replacement component parts can be ordered via credit card (MasterCard or VISA) by calling 1-800-779-2102. All replacement parts are non-returnable and non-refundable.
GPI TRANSFER TANK PUMPS & ACCESSORIESAll Great Plains Industries (GPI) products, including transfer tank pumps and fuel meters are covered by GPI’s warranty policies. Dee Zee’s warranty terms do not apply to GPI products. To submit a warranty claim, please contact GPI at 1-800-835-0113 or visit www.gpi.net.
WARRANTY SUBMISSION PROCEDUREAll warranty claims will be initiated at the place of purchase. The original purchaser will be required to present the original sales receipt with purchase date shown and provide photographs of the defect.
In the event the originally purchased product style is no longer available, Dee Zee will warranty the defective part with a current equivalent. If a comparable product is no longer available, the product would be returned to the store of purchase for a refund or the applicable cost difference can be paid to choose an alternate style.
DISCLAIMERAll products are sold as appearance accessories and should not be relied upon as protection for the vehicle or its occupants in the event of an accident. Vehicles equipped with a supplemental restraints system (air bags) deployed by impact and collision avoidance systems should not be modified in any way. Always consult the vehicle manufacturer if you have any questions regarding supplemental restraint systems and sensors.
Buyer must accommodate front and rear sensors during product installation and assumes all risk should these be tampered, rerouted, severed, or disconnected. This includes disabling visual, audio, or vibration alerts into the cab. Buyer assumes all risk and responsibility for wiring any supplemental auxiliary lights.
Buyer assumes all risk, liability, and cost for the installation and use of Dee Zee products. Dee Zee, Inc. assumes no liability for injury, loss, incidental or consequential damages in the event of an accident.
5 out of 5 Bought 1 for each RAM (2010 & 2016)
TAPSR –
Installs and works just like it reads and the YouTube videos that have been posted that I’ve watched, while I patiently waited for them to arrive. It took 15-20 each. Using them for a week now. Works great!!! (I did have to carefully, turn the bolt 1 1/2 to 2 more rotations JUST to make sure (like the instructions suggest if the bolt doesn’t get tight enough). I didn’t have a torque wrench, so they may be too tight, but they work great like I said. I found them on Amazon Prime. Thank you.
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5 out of 5 Easy Installation - Excellent Product
Gary Bumgardner –
I installed the assist cylinder in less then 30 minutes by using the easy to follow instruction guide… highly recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 Excellent Customer Service
Tyler Davis –
The product seems to be working well. Installation was a bit tricky, needed to apply the adhesive to help the screw catch. I bought on Amazon and deezee sent me replacement parts directly without any hassle when I messed up the self locking hardware. Fantastic service and a great product, too!
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5 out of 5 I like it
Nick Jarrell –
This tailgate assist absolutely works as advertised. I’m completely happy with the way it works and installation was a snap. I only had 1 issue with the installation. The instructions say to turn the nut on the Blind Nut tool at least 9 turns. I only got 7 turns then the nut on the tool galled up and I couldn’t turn it any more. I had to go to a hardware store to buy another nut and bolt to finish the installation of the Blind Nut. To insure that it didn’t gall up again, I put a small dab of grease about half way up the bolt of the new blind nut tool. Be careful not to get grease on the end of the bolt so the lock tight will lock the threads of the ball mount. Other than this little issue, I still give the tailgate assist 5 stars because it works great.
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5 out of 5 Tailgate damper
Frank Jones –
Easy to install great product. The addition of a lock down sleeve on the damper would be even better as it would stop tailgate bounce when
operating with gate down.
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5 out of 5 Awesome customer support
Cody Daniels –
I got rear ended recently and had to replace my rear tailgate. The customer service team sent me out a new bolt kit free of charge. The hydraulic lift itself is awesome and should be included on every RAM! I would highly recommend this item and company.
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5 out of 5 Great product
James –
So nice to have something that works perfectly with great instructions and photos! No pidgin English translation from chinese as we’ve come to expect. Installed on 2016 F-150. Tailgate slowly lowers hands off as promised. Where I really needed this over the last 16 years was on my 2001 F-150. The tailgate on that rig was twice as heavy as the one on my 2016.
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5 out of 5 Used on 2016 F150
Evan B –
I lost the metal clip to keep the arm connected and Dee Zee shipped me a new one plus 2 spares in case I need them in the future. Great product and great customer service!
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5 out of 5 Shut up and take my money!!!
David W (verified owner) –
10 minute install. Took longer hunting tools than the install. Fits perfectly and works as advertised. Awesome product!!!!
Don’t have to worry about telling someone to “drop the gate” then wincing .
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5 out of 5 EZ PZ by Dee Zee
Ralph Crane –
Simple install on my F350, great product for keeping the tailgate from slamming down, especially when my hands are full. Wouldn’t want my tailgate without one of these. Also, through my own fault, I had a parts problem, called Dee Zee support and they were excellent in providing a solution. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy another tailgate assist (already my second due to truck upgrade..)
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5 out of 5 Amazing
Paul K –
Took about 10 minutes to install and works flawlessly. No more getting smacked by a dropped tailgate. I don’t understand why the manufactures don’t put these on….they work that good!
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5 out of 5 great product..excellant video instructional
Dave Smith –
great product…excellant video instructional….I did it…thanks so very much
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5 out of 5 Awesome Product!
Damon J. –
I installed this on my 2002 F-150 around four years ago and it still works like it was brand new. Best $32 you can spend. Takes all the hassle out of the older bodystyle tailgates that felt like they would slam loose if you accidentally let it go. Good job, DeeZee!
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5 out of 5 Dee Zee Tailgate Assist
Chris Houser –
First off, I would like to say that Dee Zee’s website says the tailgate Assist will not fit my 2017 GMC Sierra 2500HD. Amazon on the other hand says that it will. So I decided to try it as my truck didn’t come with the factory assist. As I started to try and install the blind nut with the tool supplied with the kit it repeatedly spun as a lot of others have also commented. So I put thread locker on it and let it sit overnight. Tonight I tried to install it again and it worked perfectly. I installed the rest of the assist on my truck. I am very happy with this item so far. Just have to see how long it lasts. The DZ43102 did fit my truck without any interference. I would definitely recommend this product. The tailgate dropped very slowly each and every time .
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5 out of 5 2015 RAM 1500
Scott –
Just installed in about 20 minutes. Everything fit well and instructions were very clear (which was nice for a change!). I had the tailgate slammed down so many times when someone else would open it. It is very, very heavy. Now it just eases on down nice and slow.
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4 out of 5 almost perfect
Nathan D –
I have a 2006 silverado that i installed this on. It worked almost perfectly accept the one nut would scrape the tailgate. I filed it down and now its perfect. Other than that minor issue I was very impressed! The instructions were extremely clear and easy to follow. Very impressed.
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5 out of 5 2018 GMC Sierra 1500
Al –
After watching a few videos on YouTube about this product I went out and bought one for my truck. EXCELLENT is all I have to say…. WOW what a difference it makes when opening the tailgate… no more banging …… If any one is in doubt don’t be buy one you won’t be disappointed….
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5 out of 5 Another DeeZee install on a new truck
Gary –
I installed a DeeZee on my 2013 Ram 2500 in 2014. 125,000 miles later, it was still fine. I just bought a 2020 Ram 3500 and ordered the DeeZee tailgate damper for it. The only question was where to buy one. I like it. Everytime I open someone else tailgate I realize how used to mine I am because of the loud *BANG* as I drop their tailgate.
I have to laugh at the instructions for installion. Appearantly , many non-mechanic types are installing these. Installation is easy and straight forward.
Thanks for a product that works well for many years of use.
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5 out of 5 2019 Ford Ranger tailgate assist
Corey (verified owner) –
Works great. My teenage son was able to install in minutes. There is no reason not to add this to your truck.
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5 out of 5 2019 Ford Ranger
Roger Toth (verified owner) –
Excellent quality, very reasonable price, easy install, excellent design. Easy ordering online and quick shipping! I was waiting for this to become available for my vehicle, it was the only thing missing. Thanks for a great product!
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5 out of 5 Tail gate assist
Josh Huitt –
This product fits extremely well on a 2015 ram and works just as good as the factory slow tailgate feature. This is super easy to install there’s instructions in the packet also there are support videos available super easy and very handy definitely helps when you have your hands full and you don’t want your tailgate to slam down highly recommended!!!!
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5 out of 5 wouldn't think of having a truck without one!
bob Lightfoot –
I’ve had a Ford F150 for 7 years with one of these tailgate assists on it.. Got my new Ford truck less than a week ago and i’ve already installed one of these on it. I’m retired and an old fart, so this is really handy for me,
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5 out of 5
Bill Delaney –
AWESOME!
Installing on my second Dodge truck
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5 out of 5 Outstanding product
Rudedog –
I’ve owned this tailgate assist for over 4 years and haven’t had any problems. A little difficult to install but doable.
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5 out of 5 Tailgate assist
Steve browner –
This thing works great
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5 out of 5
Jock Taylor –
Great product and I got mine early for $19.00.
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5 out of 5 Easy install, does what I hoped it would!
Mike –
Just a few minutes install and no more dropped tailgate. Ford should install this on all their tailgates!
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5 out of 5 Easy On & really makes a big diff.
Rick –
Had good instructions and everything went very well. This really slows down the drop speed on a heavy tailgate. Good engineering and easy to do.
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5 out of 5 2018 Chevrolet 2500 HD WT
Tony –
Very easy to install . Less than 30 minutes in below 0 temps, out in the driveway. Works great just as described. Worth every penny !
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4 out of 5 Easy to Install
Johnny –
My installation only took a few minutes. I think the new version make it a lot easier for new ford F150s. My only complaint is for a lack of a better word it makes a swoshing noise when lowering the tail gate.
Giving it a few days to see if it stops. Purchased from Amazon on Nov 13, 2020 and received it on Nov. 14, 2020. Before mine arrived I bought one for my grandson. I purchased it on the 14th of Nov and it was received on Nov. If the noise does not solve itself, I’ll update my rating.
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4 out of 5 Very goo product
John Ferlito –
I have a 2013 F150, I have used this product since my truck was new in 2012. To date I have used 2 of these. I am now ordering my 3rd. This product functions as described and is very easy to install. The only reason I give it a 4 star instead of 5 is because they just don’t last long enough. The rivnut that you place in the tailgate over time becomes loose and the piston arm will begin to wobble when opening and closing the tailgate eventually popping off. Once this happens it is time to replace. I believe this can be corrected by using a slightly larger rivnut and a better installation tool. Over all I am happy with the performance of the product.
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5 out of 5 Quick Install Works Great
DB (verified owner) –
Works as advertised, easy install with included tool. Price is very affordable. Happy with my purchase.
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5 out of 5 2019 F150 tailgate assist
DaBump –
Installed without issue, however the 5mm allen wrench is not in everybodies tool box. Works as expected, seems well made and I don’t expect any problems long term.
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5 out of 5 great accessory for the truck
Mike –
Installed on 2012 F250 in less than 30 min. Makes lowering the tailgate so simple and much safer, especially when you have stuff in your hands. Wish I had installed this years ago.
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5 out of 5 Great customer support
M –
Bought one, for my truck love it, installed in 30 min, so bought another for my brother, he screwed up the nutsert, called deezee the said no problem sent a whole hardware pack for free. BAM! cant beat it. Great product thats why im ordering 2 more for my brothers and my new trucks.
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5 out of 5 Every truck owner should own one
Nathan Swain –
First time owner of the DeeZee tailgate assist. I purchased one for my 2013 Ford F-150 XLT. The directions that came with the kit were clear and precise and included detailed pictures. Had my tailgate assist installed in less than 30 minutes. When I closed the tailgate and opened it for the first time after installing, I was thrilled at the way it worked. Pull the latch and just turn loose and the tailgate gently lowered and opened fully. I closed it several times in a row after this and got the same results each time. Great product and happy to have it on my truck. Already told a buddy about it. Thank you DeeZee plus thanks for it being offered at a fair price.
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3 out of 5 Tail gate assist
Brett –
It works great I have had it on for about five months and the tail gate ball joint broke off in my truck how do I go about getting another
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5 out of 5 Great product, even better service
Alex –
Had a problem with the tailgate assist shock, revived a replacement shock and hardware in the mail under warranty in a timely manner. Very happy with the product and even happier with the customer service. These guys rock and I’ll buy more deezee products in the future because of the great service. Thanks again Jake!
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5 out of 5 Tailgate. Lift DZ43102
Grady Syx –
Works great on 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD WT 4×4
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5 out of 5 Excellent
R. Clay Cannon –
Great product. My wife is 5’ tall and my 350 super duty tailgate with the step is too heavy. This makes it easy for her. Easy, idiot proof install. Took all of 15 minutes including breaks to sip on my Coke!
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5 out of 5 F-250 2015 tailgate assist
Rodney –
GREAT product. Watch install video…written instructions suck.
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5 out of 5 Piece of Cake to install
Bill –
I am not a mechanic, but decided to buy one and install myself. Was extremely easy to do and really works great…
Just wish you had a unit for my son’s 2019 Ranger…
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4 out of 5 Great customer service
JoshWI –
Other than the ball that mounts on the tailgate, this product is AWESOME! Locktite didn’t keep the ball from unthreading. A quick call to customer service and they are sending a hardware kit.
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4 out of 5 Product excellent - Install issue
dgeitner –
The product itself works as described. I had the compression nut issue described in earlier reviews. An earlier mention of the loctite solution in the installation instructions would be beneficial.
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4 out of 5 Broken :0(
Dave –
Love the tailgate assist on my 2016 Ram Rebel. The nursery breaking 10 months in… Not so much. However spoke with Kayla in customer service who was extremely helpful in getting the replacement parts sent out as quickly as possible. Great service Dee Zee and Kayla will definitely purchase more Dee Zee products in the future.
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5 out of 5 2016 ford F250 install
Rod Whitlow –
Great product, took 15 min to install, works great! So easy even a caveman can do it.
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5 out of 5 2016 RAM / Easy Install, Works Perfect
Frank –
Only issue with the install was the blind nut kept turning in the tailgate when trying to tighten. Simple solution was to hold the inner washer with a thin set of vise grips. Entire install took 15 minutes. Works perfect. Truck should have come from the factory with this.
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4 out of 5 Tailgate assist install.
Curt Webb –
The quality of the product is fine. Installing the nutsert was the problem. Following the instructions, I was not able to successfully do the install. Holding the allen wrench and turning the nut with the open end wrench simply backed the bolt out of the nutsert. Trying the two “helpful” suggestions didn’t work. Finally, I went to YouTube and found the proper way to do the install. You guys might want to check it out. Thanks.
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5 out of 5 Wonderful product
Daniel –
Very easy and quick to install. Every truck should have this system
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5 out of 5 Great product at a great price!!!
Paul D Smith –
I have purchased 6 of these tailgate assists. They are a godsend for my wife. She is only 5’tall and some of my trucks were to tall for her to operate the tailgates safely.
Now she can lower them without worrying about the weight dropping on her and possibly injuring her. Several of my friends watched mine operate and immediately purchased them for their trucks. A great safety product!!!! I would recommend them to everyone! Good job DeeZee!!!!!
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Levochkin Anatolii –
Hey guys. Got deezee gate assist for 2017 ram, but box was open by some idiots at front desk and I didnt find that hex screw and nuts. I thied home depot, but they dont have same pitch screws. Can I order it from you directly?
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C FRITZ –
DO YOU A TAILGATE ASSIST TO LIFT TAILGATEC FRITZ
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5 out of 5 2016 F150
Steve (verified owner) –
Works great, was easy to install. Highly recommend!
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Gary Mazzei –
I think I stripped out the Nutsert.Is their anyway to remove it.My Truck is a 2009 Chevy Silverado.Also can I purchase a new Nustsert?
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5 out of 5 Tailgate shock
Brian Buckner –
Just got done installing it. About 25 minutes and done. I installed because my son always dropped my tailgate. After completing install, had son drop tailgate and he thought it was cool and doesn’t have to worry about dad chewing his butt. Thanks again for an excellent product, and a happy popa.
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Jose –
Have install on my Ram 1500 2018 the problem I have is that head of the shock connect to the truck it rubs on the tail gate I can send pictures if you like
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Tom –
Will this fit a 2013 Avalanche? If not what part number would?
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Dee Engle –
How come I can’t buy a spare clip to keep the let down arm connected? This assist is now worthless. Please help, it’s been used a couple years but truck sits a lot. Thanks
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Peyton Coleman, jr –
Installed it on my F150 and the nutset didnt work properly, can i order another?
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John –
Also, any options or models that would fit an 89GMC 2500?
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John –
Is there any tailgate assist that will fit a 95 F-250 or that can be modified to fit?
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5 out of 5 Tailgate assist.
WARREN BUTCH –
GREAT COMPANY THANK YOU VERY MUCH. NEEDED REPLACEMENT HARDWARE. AND SURPRISE TO ME IN THE MAIL BOX. DEFINITELY A FIVE STAR.
I WILL BE SPENDING MORE TODAY.
THANKS GOING SHOPPING RIGHT NOW.
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5 out of 5 assist
Ron L –
best investment i’ve made for my Superduty
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CWix –
2004 Ram 2500?
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Holly stebbins –
Can I buy just the nut part that goes into the tailgate itself and the tool to install it. I installed this and apparently did not get it tight enough now the bolt comes right out
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Arthur Muhlig –
It shouldn’t be that difficult to install this myself. ?
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R M Bell –
2004 GMC SONOMA ??
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Darrell –
Why does just not fit a 2017 ram
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Linda Coleman –
How many of the tailgate assits do you put on one tailgate. Is one tailgate assit all that is needed?
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Terry Bulaski –
Install a piece of cake. Ah, but one thing… The installer placed the shock in up side down.. Did not want to break it pulling it off… Is there an issue with this topsy turvey install or
Can it be flipped over with damage? Thank you.
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Kyle Hicks –
Got a 2017 gmc sierra, what part number do I order?
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Richard Sherman –
2001 Dodge 2500 shows does not fit is that correct?
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5 out of 5 Great product
Mike –
I purchased one for my 2017 Dodge Ram after having a baby and going in and out of the tailgate one handed this product makes it much easier while have child carrier in one hand. I even purchased one for my father for father’s day for his dodge ram.
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5 out of 5 Tailgate Assist
Scott Nelson –
Just installed the DeeZee Tailgate Assist on my wife’s 2010 Ford F150…Wow!! It works fantastic…she can now open the tailgate with one-hand and not worry about it at all…and was very easy to install…took me about 20 minutes…so worth it!!!
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Cesar –
I have a GMC Sierra 2016 double cab which part number would I need?
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Jon –
Do you have a kit that would fit a 2005 Ford Ranger? I don’t mind having to customize it to fit. Thanks.
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5 out of 5 Excellent Product
Michael –
I installed this liftgate damper on a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD today. It took me more time to find the necessary tools than it did to install the Dee Zee tailgate assist. Two critical comments – contrary to the instructions, removing the cable from the frame of the truck is much easier and different than what is depicted; this item DOES install on 2018 GMC & Chevrolet trucks.
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4 out of 5 Installs well and works well
RB –
After the kids dropped my tailgate a time or two, I decided it was time to fix that. This DeeZee kits works great! You can open the tail gate one handed and let it drop. The shock lets it drop quickly, but in a controlled manner such that it “lands soft”.
I did the install in the dark with a little light from the light on the side of the house in a 2011 F-250 Super Duty.
I did struggle with the insert nut. I held the hex key still and turned the nut with a wrench as instructed, but the insert was turning as well and threaded off the bolt. I got past it by cocking the insert nut upwards with by T-handle hex key and binding the insert nut in the hole. As I turned the nut with a wrench, the insert nut then began to tighten up in the hole, straighten itself out in the hole, and seat just fine. This alone is why I give the 4 star vs 5 star. Otherwise, a 5 star product.
The provided T-50 L Key is a little short, but a box end wrench helped me get the leverage I needed. Not one of my bit kits have a T-50 in it (all went up to T-40). Advice for others is to get a T-50 bit you can put in a 1/4″ socket on a ratchet.
I will and have recommended this kit to friends. Price is very good and performance is as expected.
Once installed, I made the wife and kids all try it out because I was so happy with it.
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5 out of 5 Blind nut
Jerry –
The new blind nut worked out very good, on my 2016 f350. My tailgate needed 2 of the tailgate assist, tailgate heavy. Very happy
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5 out of 5 DZ43301 Tailgate Assist works well
RJ –
Installed fairly quickly on 2017 Ram 3500. Less than an hour all things involved.
Instructions were fine with exception of tools needed. Instructions called for flat blade screwdriver, pliers and torque wrench that weren’t in listed tools needed. No biggie.
Had never used nutserts / blind nuts before, worked as described. It held firm when pivot post was torqued down. No issues even with elongated tailgate hole instead of round hole as read / saw earlier in some video or instructions when researching.
Used the provided lock tight on all installed – reinstalled bolts.
When removing tailgate limiter clip used old trick with regular pliers nose to hold circular clip while turning out bolt with Torx head driver to remove cable limiter. A bit easier and safer than prying with flat blade screwdriver when removing spring clips. While had apart after removing cable limiter placed flat nylon washer in limiters place to avoid rubbing and rusting after install.
Used plier pads, could use tape, for pliers teeth so not to gouge up tailgate cable and cable clip when clamping / installing.
Popped in dampener shock as in instructions. Note: A slight pull is needed on shock to line up bottom shock grip on pivot post, it’s a tight fit getting it in place. But snugly lines right up.
Tested out after completion, aligned right, no rubbing, no problems, works fine. ( There is a slight swooshing sound as shock / dampener is working, no cause for alarm. Is typical, like a screen door closer.) Took longer to read instructions and get tools together and put back than installing tailgate assist. Would recommend to a friend.
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