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Piece of Work · 06-19-2010, 02:53 PM

How do you remove the tailgate from a '68 fleetside?

cdowns · 06-19-2010, 02:59 PM

two bolts on each side to remove pivot blocks and then the straps just click off

**Stocker** · 06-19-2010, 03:00 PM

It's been many years, but if it's like my '72, unhook the end straps and unbolt the pocket that the tailgate pivots on..... on one side. I have done the right side but it probably doesn't matter. Then lift the side of the TG that you removed the pocket, and remove the TG from the other pocket. Easier with two people.

71 super · 06-19-2010, 03:21 PM

Stocker is thinking of later pivot blocks. you will need two people to do this as the pivots on our trucks do not allow easy removal. You must remove 4 bolts two on each side (the pivot blocks- 9/16) and also remove the tailgate straps (9/16 as well) it is also easier to do if you remove the large rubber bumper on each side (phillips head screws). As long as therre is no dammage, lift at each side and it should come out. The lower pivot bolts are easier if the rear bumper is off but you can do it with a u-joint extension if needed.

cdowns · 06-19-2010, 04:15 PM

no need for two people if you have tools and can outthink a tailgate and make it do what you want it to do

**too much stuff** · 06-19-2010, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stocker

It's been many years, but if it's like my '72, unhook the end straps and unbolt the pocket that the tailgate pivots on..... on one side. I have done the right side but it probably doesn't matter. Then lift the side of the TG that you removed the pocket, and remove the TG from the other pocket. Easier with two people.

Like he said... You only need to unbolt one side and it will slide up enough to come out. One person can do it with out much difficulty, but would recommend 2 people if you have a nice paint job.

67chevy1series · 06-19-2010, 05:37 PM

if you still want he bumper in good shape then put some towels on the bumper

**Stocker** · 06-19-2010, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdowns

no need for two people if you have tools and can outthink a tailgate and make it do what you want it to do

That's very true.... I did mine by myself. But like many jobs that involve lifting somewhat large heavy objects, it is easier with two people.

06-19-2010, 02:53 PM	#1
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06-19-2010, 02:59 PM	#2
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: How does the tailgate come off? two bolts on each side to remove pivot blocks and then the straps just click off __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-19-2010, 03:00 PM	#3
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,694	Re: How does the tailgate come off? It's been many years, but if it's like my '72, unhook the end straps and unbolt the pocket that the tailgate pivots on..... on one side. I have done the right side but it probably doesn't matter. Then lift the side of the TG that you removed the pocket, and remove the TG from the other pocket. Easier with two people. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

06-19-2010, 03:21 PM	#4
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,080	Re: How does the tailgate come off? Stocker is thinking of later pivot blocks. you will need two people to do this as the pivots on our trucks do not allow easy removal. You must remove 4 bolts two on each side (the pivot blocks- 9/16) and also remove the tailgate straps (9/16 as well) it is also easier to do if you remove the large rubber bumper on each side (phillips head screws). As long as therre is no dammage, lift at each side and it should come out. The lower pivot bolts are easier if the rear bumper is off but you can do it with a u-joint extension if needed. __________________ 67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle

06-19-2010, 04:15 PM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: How does the tailgate come off? no need for two people if you have tools and can outthink a tailgate and make it do what you want it to do __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-19-2010, 05:37 PM	#7
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: How does the tailgate come off? if you still want he bumper in good shape then put some towels on the bumper



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