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Location: Silverdale, WA
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Tailgate Straps???
Has anyone swapped out the chains that hold the tailgate on, on a stepside truck? if so what did you use? i thought i read on a post about someone using the brackets and stuff off a S-10 but i don't remember where i seen it at
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
We have these available for $52. They are nylon with stainless hardware and $52 for the set.
Mike
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
And here are some nearly like those.
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
how do you install those?
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
I used the hangers from a Nissan Hardbord.
More info can be found on my Photobucket page. Just click on "Chainless Tailgate" Here's the linky
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
I vote for Putter's.
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
I used "Stealth Latches" from one of the board vendors.
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
Now those look cool!!! I want to figure out how to get reid of the hardware on the tailgate and bed for the old hooks. I know that they are needed to keep the bedsides from spreading. WES
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
That is the ONLY reason mine are still intact.
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
you mean like this? I know it is not a great pic, but all I got
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
Mar-K makes metal straps specifically for the stepside beds. Instructions for installation are on-line http://www.mar-k.com/installation_hints.html . Scroll down to "Tailgate Link Assembly Instructions" for your year.
Mar-Ktech
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Join Date: May 2005
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Re: Tailgate Straps???
Kinda related...what about cable type straps? I have a Blazer, but the factory stays are similar to a fleet side truck. In the Blazer, they are noisy as hell. I've seen hints about cables from a moden truck fitting, but can't find any details - any ideas?
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