Dee Zee® DZ43204 - 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
    Material
    Alloy Steel
    Color
    Black
    Finish
    Painted
    Placement on Vehicle
    Driver Side
    Product Dimensions
    13"L" x 5"W
    Item Weight
    16 ounces
    Handle Material
    Aluminum
    Handle Type
    Pull Handle
    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

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    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:
    DZ43204
    UPC:
    019023975899

    Reviews

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    5 of 5
    Great Accessory
    This is a great accessory to add to any truck. If your truck has no OE assist, then this is for you. Ordering was quick and easy, price was significantly lower than the competitors. Took about 2 minutes to install, and works like a charm each and every time you open the tailgate. I would highly recommend this, especially the next time your hands are full and you need to put something in the bed of your truck.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Leon (Northport, AL) / June 23, 20212016 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    DeeZee Tailgate Assist
    Great device and ez to install.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by John (St George, UT) / December 13, 20182015 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    Dee Zee Tailgate Assist
    The Dee Zee tailgate assist looks just like the picture. It took me about 20 minutes to install. It works great. It does fall fast for the 1st half, then slows down for the rest of the way, till fully opened. Closes very easily, don't even know it's there. I showed to my neighbor. He was very impressed and said for $25.00 I need to get one of those! TRUCKiD as always was very helpful with the whole order process and I plan on buying more items from them. You will not be disappointed.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by James A (Whitehall, MI) / February 26, 20172015 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    Tailgate Assist
    The product is much easier to install than the original design in 2014 one I installed. Works great. It took me about 10 to 15 minutes to install.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Scott (Commerce City, CO) / February 22, 20172015 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    A Tailgate Assist That Finally Works
    I received the Dee Zee tailgate assist in an excellent protected package. I then opened and read the instruction sheet. It was so simple to install on my Ford 2015 F150 truck that an 8 year old could install it. It took me only 7 minutes to install it. They even furnished a special wrench I didn't have, but do now. This tailgate will never bruise me again as the strut eases the gate down. I normally have trouble installing accessories but this was so easy to install. I recommend everyone who owns a truck to buy this inexpensive accessory to save you from a possible injury from a falling tailgate. It's hard to believe the cost compared to the workmanship and what it gives you for the price. George D. Bentley.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by George D (Harrison, OH) / January 22, 20162015 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    DeeZee Tailgate - Unbelievable!
    What a great accessory! Along with my organizer for inside the console, this is the most useful and practical accessory I have bought for my F150, and I have bought quite a few accessories since buying the truck. . For the $40 I paid, I am not sure why every truck just doesn't just have this as a standard feature on their tailgates. Along way from the cost of the remote tailgate option and installation was a breeze. A definite must have!
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Jeff (Ontario, ON) / January 17, 20162015 Ford F-150
    5 of 5
    At last!
    My tailgate was getting overwhelming. Had been looking for some help for a while and I am glad I found this unit. Works super and easy to install. Instructions indicated a mylar patch was included in case of rubbing which was sadly not found in the package.
    Posted by paul (Redwood City, CA) / March 12, 20252002 GMC Sierra 1500
    5 of 5
    Dee Zee Tailgate Assist
    Absolutely love this product! Lowers the tailgate slowly so I don't get hit if my hand slips, and doesn't just drop and hits the stops.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Michael (Killeen, TX) / August 29, 20212020 Ford Ranger
    5 of 5
    Works Perfectly on my Multipro-Equipped Sierra
    I store various tow and tie down straps inside my Multipro tailgate, so the stock damper wasn't up to the task of slowing down the additional weight. The Dee Zee assist took about 5 minutes to install, and works perfectly; tailgate now lowers at a normal, controlled rate. Nice.
    Dee Zee® DZ43103 - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Forrest (Bend, OR) / August 11, 20212021 Chevy Silverado 1500
    5 of 5
    Good Product
    Easy to install, works great. No negatives I can see.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Customer / June 19, 20212020 Ford Ranger

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