Dee Zee® DZ43200 - Tailgate Assist

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    • Only one tailgate assist required per vehicle
    • Mounts to driver's side
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    Vehicle Fitment

    Ford

    Specifications

    Type
    Hydraulic
    Color
    Black
    Finish
    Painted / Powder Coated
    Placement on Vehicle
    Driver Side
    Country of Origin
    CN

    Features

    • Allows tailgate to glide slowly open by itself once opened
    • Designed to stand up to repeated, heavy-duty operation
    • All parts are fitted specifically for your make and model
    • Gas strut works in conjunction with OEM tailgate support cables
    • Installation is easy with no drilling
    • 3-year manufacturer warranty
    • Proudly manufactured in the United States

    Product Details

    Tailgate Assist by Dee Zee®. 1 Piece. Tailgate to glide slowly and safely down on its own once opened. Parts are fitted specifically to work in conjunction with factory tailgate support cables for your make and model. Easy, no drill installation. Manufactured from industry-leading materials using up-to-date equipment, it ensures everlasting reliability and enduring value. This product is distinguished by total quality assurance, unsurpassed by anybody else.

    Installation

    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist Installation VideoDee Zee® - Tailgate Assist Installation Video

    When you are carrying a lot of heavy items in both arms, the simple act of opening your truck's tailgate can become a cumbersome process. After pulling a release handle which may or may not work well due to loose or misadjusted linkages, juggling things around in your arms as you lower a heavy steel tailgate is awkward. If a package or the tailgate panel itself has ever slid out of your hands and fallen hard, you will greatly appreciate the Tailgate Assist kit from Dee Zee. It features one gas strut and related hardware that bolt easily in place that allow your tailgate to glide open slowly, safely, and gracefully.

    Installation is straightforward. Using standard tools, simply unhook the driver's side tailgate support cable, then replace the original mounting bolts with new ones supplied in the kit designed for the gas strut. Once the support cable is reinstalled, your tailgate will latch tightly in place with no clearance issues or difficulty. Dee Zee has tested and developed the gas strut and related components to heavy duty specifications to ensure many years of smooth operation, even in the most extreme of temperatures and the dirtiest of environments. Dee Zee proudly manufactures the Tailgate Assist kit in the United States and backs it with a 3-year warranty to ensure your satisfaction.

    Brand:
    Part Number:
    DZ43200
    UPC:
    019023985621

    Reviews

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    5 of 5
    F250
    Great product, wish I had done it earlier. So nice not having to have your tail gate slam. Recommend!!
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Michael (Tucson, AZ) / September 03, 20202007 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    Tailgate Assist
    Installation was easy, and opening the tailgate requires less effort.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Ronald (Huntsville, AL) / January 21, 20192014 Ford F-150
    3 of 5
    Good Idea, But....
    Bought this for my 2013 F-150 super crew short bed. Had more difficulty than anticipated with installation of the "blind nut". Videos showed that careful attention was necessary for proper installation, and instructions addressed this as well as options if difficulty was encountered. My experience with this piece caused me to try every trick in the instructions. Got it done but the fit seems weak and I have concern that it will break, as I can see slight movement when I use the gate. However, 3 weeks in it seems to be holding up so far.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Donald (Indianapolis, IN) / January 21, 20162013 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    Tailgate Assist
    The product looks nice. Works like it should. I've showed it to a few other people. Explained how easy it was to install. I am pleased with it. Thank you. Lawrence.
    Posted by Lawrence (Rawlins, WY) / June 02, 20152008 Ford F-150
    4 of 5
    2014 F-150
    Pretty easy to install. Cable rubs it but doesn't interfere with operation.
    Posted by Al (Campbell River, BC) / October 25, 20142014 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    I Love It
    Perfect.
    Posted by Hamzah (Springfield Gardens, NY) / July 31, 20142013 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    great product
    Great product easy install. I have it on every truck I have owned. Ill never go without it.
    Posted by Robert N (Peoria, IL) / May 21, 20142013 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    Very Happy
    Tail gate assist.
    Posted by Gary (N Royalton, OH) / April 26, 20142013 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    Tailgate Assist
    Excellent as advertised. Be aware this product allows the tailgate to open very nicely, but it does not help when lifting the gate up when closing it.
    Posted by William (Austin, TX) / November 22, 20132013 Ford F-150
    4 of 5
    Fantastic Product
    I love the product. I don't know why I haven't had this on any of my previous trucks. The directions definitely leave a little bit to be desired, especially in terms of connecting the anchor to the tailgate. Once I realized that the tailgate anchor was actually a molly expansion plug (about 10 min), I had it assembled in seconds. The rest simply screws and snaps together. Again, an awesome addition to any full sized pickup with a heavy tailgate at a reasonable price. Chris
    Posted by Chris (Saint Clair Shores, MI) / July 18, 20132013 Ford F-150

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