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
- Protect your tailgate from theft by adding a Gate Guardian Tailgate Lock
- 3-Year Warranty
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.