How hard to assemble new repo tailgate?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Roberty · 07-07-2005, 09:52 PM

I'm considering buying one of the new repo tailgates for my '85 Silverado to replace the original bent all to hell one since I haven't had any luck finding a good used one. My question is this: How hard is it to change the tailgate pull handle, rods and latches over from the old gate to the new one? It looks like it would be a pain to do. Any advice or answers appreciated.
Robert

bigarmzz · 07-07-2005, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Roberty

I'm considering buying one of the new repo tailgates for my '85 Silverado to replace the original bent all to hell one since I haven't had any luck finding a good used one. My question is this: How hard is it to change the tailgate pull handle, rods and latches over from the old gate to the new one? It looks like it would be a pain to do. Any advice or answers appreciated.
Robert

its no big deal at all.....but....the repo tailgates are made of thinner metal...and will "bow" easy

there are a couple of board members on here that had GM tailgates a while back...i think someone even had a new one, nos

i'd ask bisquik......he has a crap load of stuff for our trucks...most is rust free...he's a good guy, give him a shout

Roberty · 07-07-2005, 10:36 PM

Will do. I'd rather have a good used one anyway but I thought I'd ask.

82c10 · 07-07-2005, 11:31 PM

just ask gldevall, i think he bought one from lmc, and it's bent badly

Slonaker · 07-07-2005, 11:40 PM

I have seen several people over the years say that you can't stand on the repo tailgates without bending them in the middle.

Slonaker

'78 Fleetside · 07-08-2005, 02:19 AM

Mines repo, i put 2 dents in it from my hands, just when i closed the b*tch!!!! and then they had pinholes in the gap where the originals say "CHEVROLET"... Buhsh*it...

You can kind of see them in these 2 pictures..

Really good in this one...

bigarmzz · 07-08-2005, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by '78 Fleetside

Mines repo, i put 2 dents in it from my hands, just when i closed the b*tch!!!! and then they had pinholes in the gap where the originals say "CHEVROLET"... Buhsh*it...

You can kind of see them in these 2 pictures..

Really good in this one...

sharp lookin truck ya got there 78 fleetside

...well, other than the two dents

Roberty · 07-08-2005, 11:48 PM

Aren't the "Goodmark" repo parts supposed to be almost as good as the originals? I know that some of the foreign made parts aren't worth 2 cents.

SSC's76 · 07-09-2005, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Roberty

Aren't the "Goodmark" repo parts supposed to be almost as good as the originals? I know that some of the foreign made parts aren't worth 2 cents.

Supposed to be, the more you spend the better the quality. The ones that say GMC or Chevrolet are alot thicker guage steel then the no name tailagates.
The No name one that got ruined when the idiot hit me is ok quality, thinner then OEM but not thin enough to bend when stood on. I tip the scale at 260 and my tailgate hasent bent although I did have to weld two new nuts on it where the straps hook up. Only other beef I have with it is the top half isnt as wide as OEM so the aluminum cap I got for it had a bit of a gap.

86swb · 07-09-2005, 12:17 PM

If you want after market then Goodmark is the one to go with. Have not heard anything bad about them as I have with LMC. That is really bad when you can not even close your tail gate. "Do not touch" should be put on those cheap tail gates and patch panels.

SSC's76 · 07-09-2005, 01:02 PM

Here are some pics of my crappy one thats being replaced since is was battle damaged but you can see how thick they are.

Note they dont close right and arent straight but if you need one it inst too bad for $80.

07-07-2005, 09:52 PM	#1
Roberty Hot Damn - Here I Am!! Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Ringgold, Georgia Posts: 726	How hard to assemble new repo tailgate?? I'm considering buying one of the new repo tailgates for my '85 Silverado to replace the original bent all to hell one since I haven't had any luck finding a good used one. My question is this: How hard is it to change the tailgate pull handle, rods and latches over from the old gate to the new one? It looks like it would be a pain to do. Any advice or answers appreciated. Robert __________________ My vehicles: '90 Silverado Sport '71 Chevelle SS Convertible '70 C-10 - My Grandfather bought it new - original un-restored

07-07-2005, 10:36 PM	#3
Roberty Hot Damn - Here I Am!! Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Ringgold, Georgia Posts: 726	Will do. I'd rather have a good used one anyway but I thought I'd ask. __________________ My vehicles: '90 Silverado Sport '71 Chevelle SS Convertible '70 C-10 - My Grandfather bought it new - original un-restored

07-07-2005, 11:31 PM	#4
82c10 needin' money Join Date: May 2005 Location: Chickasha, Oklahoma Posts: 1,106	just ask gldevall, i think he bought one from lmc, and it's bent badly __________________ *SWB Stands for Short Wide Bed*

07-07-2005, 11:40 PM	#5
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	I have seen several people over the years say that you can't stand on the repo tailgates without bending them in the middle. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

07-08-2005, 02:19 AM	#6
'78 Fleetside Young'n Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Posts: 258	Mines repo, i put 2 dents in it from my hands, just when i closed the btch!!!! and then they had pinholes in the gap where the originals say "CHEVROLET"... Buhshit... You can kind of see them in these 2 pictures.. Really good in this one... Attached Images __________________ 1978 Chevy C10 Fleet (For Sale!!) www.rudezone.net/daniel "It's ok for you to not like me, because i already dont like you!"

07-08-2005, 11:48 PM	#8
Roberty Hot Damn - Here I Am!! Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Ringgold, Georgia Posts: 726	Aren't the "Goodmark" repo parts supposed to be almost as good as the originals? I know that some of the foreign made parts aren't worth 2 cents. __________________ My vehicles: '90 Silverado Sport '71 Chevelle SS Convertible '70 C-10 - My Grandfather bought it new - original un-restored

07-09-2005, 12:17 PM	#10
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	If you want after market then Goodmark is the one to go with. Have not heard anything bad about them as I have with LMC. That is really bad when you can not even close your tail gate. "Do not touch" should be put on those cheap tail gates and patch panels. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS

07-09-2005, 01:02 PM	#11
SSC's76 No No Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pueblo Colorado Posts: 1,781	Here are some pics of my crappy one thats being replaced since is was battle damaged but you can see how thick they are. Note they dont close right and arent straight but if you need one it inst too bad for $80. Attached Images __________________ 1976 Custom Deluxe SWB Med FMB.3/4 Drop. Gen VI 454, Muncie HD 3 speed With Modified OE Hurst Shifter, 3.73 12 bolt, GMPP HO roller cam, Hooker headers, Performer intake with modified Q-jet, Accel distributor. Best 1/4 12.3 @108. Funnest run 19.84 @88 full 1/4 mile burn out. 1997 K1500 ext cab 5.7 stock except muffler Last edited by SSC's76; 07-09-2005 at 01:05 PM.



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