Dee Zee® DZ43205 - 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:
    DZ43205
    UPC:
    019023977343

    Reviews

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    5 of 5
    Ric, F250
    Was an easy install and works great.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Richard (Cypress, TX) / August 15, 2018
    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
    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
    Good Product
    Easy to install, works great. No negatives I can see.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Customer / June 19, 20212020 Ford Ranger
    5 of 5
    No Not Tailgate Hard Openings
    I love this tailgate assist. The tailgate no longer just drops open and the shock doesn't interfere with any of the tailgate functions. Easy to install.
    Dee Zee® - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Shayla (North Las Vegas, NV) / June 11, 20212012 Ford F-250
    5 of 5
    Just What The Doctor Ordered
    I bought two of these. One for my 2500 and one for my wife's 3500. They are great.
    Dee Zee® DZ43301 - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Customer / April 23, 20212018 Dodge Ram
    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
    Love the tailgate assist easy install works great tailgate glides open and does not slam down.
    Dee Zee® DZ43100 - Tailgate Assist
    Posted by Customer / August 06, 20202004 Chevy Silverado 1500

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