10-28-2009, 09:11 AM | #1 |
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Locking tailgate?
Does anyone know of a kit to make our tailgates lockable?
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10-28-2009, 09:38 AM | #2 |
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Re: Locking tailgate?
Try this-
Seriously, I don't know of anyone that make a locking kit. I do remember that my buddies were using standard hose clamps around the release side of the hinge to make them harder to lift off.
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10-28-2009, 09:58 AM | #3 |
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Re: Locking tailgate?
How bout this instead.....http://www.tonneaucovers4less.com/tailgate-locks.html
if no app is found then it should be easy enough to mod one to fit, like maybe one from an 88 or ??. Dave
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10-28-2009, 10:17 AM | #4 |
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Re: Locking tailgate?
They make a bracket that goes above the hinge on the release side to block it, which keeps the tailgate from being able to be stolen.
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10-28-2009, 11:04 AM | #5 |
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Re: Locking tailgate?
I've seen kits to put a power lock actuator inside the tailgate, which would keep the handle from moving and thus locking the tailgate. You would have to run wire all the way to the cab and install the switch somewhere but it would work.
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10-28-2009, 07:11 PM | #6 |
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Re: Locking tailgate?
i have one on my 04 it works flawless with my power locks
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