Is it supposed to be harder when closing the tailgate, or if I install the bottom part to low? Installed yesterday. made closing gate harder. Normal?
1314815
I installed on a 2008 Chev Silverado 1500. There is some additional resistance in the last few inches of closure, but no more than expected for an effective seal. If your tailgate has increased resistance throughout it's travel, you should investigate for binding resulting from improper installation.
1314816
I could see where that could happen on some vehicles but the more you close it, the more it will compress, making the tailgate easier to close. If that doesn't happen, then you might need a thinner seal.
1314817
I have used this tailgate seal on 2 different males of truck and yes the tailgate can close harder. But the seal does work very well. I would say its normal to experience what you have experienced.
1314818
I experienced it being harder for the first few days only, I'm real pleased the amount of dust that no longer gets in. Silverado 1500
1314819
I install this seal on my Silverado 1500 and noticed no diffference in closing effort. I installed just below the bottom of the bed floor and sides as the directions indicated. Seal is working well to keep out water and dust.
1314820
My Chevy Colorado had rather large gaps to begin with and with the tailgate seal installed it feels just a little firmer closing than without the seal. I set my bottom seal flush with the bottom of the bed with the tailgate off. After reinstalling the tailgate the seal is also flush with the tailgate. I had more difficulty with aligning the sides the way the Colorado bed is made.
406831
My pickup truck cap rear window has 2 positions, closed or near-vertical (which doesn't work with the tent attached). So I can only open the tailgate when the tent is attached.
272461
Be sure the 800 end is lined up right. There is a notch that lines up on the bottom side. I had trouble at first because I didn't notice this, but it does go in okay once it is lined up correctly. It might have been a bit tight, at first, but it goes in easily now.
891292
Do you care if the lock rattles way back there in the tailgate hinge area? If not, throw it away. If so, use the bubblegum to keep it from rattling.
207538
Yes, you should be able to close the tailgate but, you still have to isolate the lights from the ground of the truck. When you open the tailgate the switch will close, which in turn activates the ground on the lights. The positive will go through the switch.
146938
no that hasn't happened to me. Mine has a bit of trouble actually getting closed as it is so tight. We just shut it until it stops then push the buttons to close it the rest of the way. Otherwise we slam it shut and then it shuts just fine. We love the gate especially the fact that we can take it off and leave the brackets when we want to.
2195990
I'm assuming this is the passenger side light assy; open tail gate got right side remove the upper most and lower most 10 mm bolts. Remover of light assy and install new light assy. Re-install bolts good an snug but do not over tighten.If you DIY other areas of your Tacoma do yourself a big favor and join TacomaWorld.com.Cheers
1141342
If you are referring to the step built into the tailgate, the bed cover closes flush to the top of the tailgate. So with the step stored in the tail gate, it just covers it. The cover is not a prefect seal. I had to add more weather stripping in a few location on the top edge of the bed by the cab to close out the light. When I use the cover in a rain storm, I still can get a little water in the bed.. Hope this helps.
718527
It should because the sides are adjustable. It is composite material, so it is lightweight. I install it myself and put my factory tailgate on when I'm not towing. I like mine, but it's not made to be stepped on. When I have mine on, I never lower it, since you can easily hook up with the gate up. Loading is easy when it is up as well. It has a key lock too! this will prevent anyone from liking it better than you and making off with it.
794827
It is normal. Just tighten the wall screws and that will push the gate inwards from both sides making the gap close. But you need to do some real tightening for that.
1318127
I installed one about a year ago. There is no clicking noise, and I don't think it should be doing that. I would suggest you jack it up and have someone lightly move the steering wheel while you are underneath determining where the noise is from (use jack stands to be safe if the truck were to slip off the jack) I believe the boot should be on the bottom. Look at this video, or do a google search as I did before changing mine. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct;=j&q;=&e;src=s&source;=web&cd;=1&cad;=rja&ved;=0CDgQFjAA&url;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Dn-kSP58pWvw&ei;=iRq3Uo_5GqiQyAGPk4GoCw&usg;=AFQjCNGLiJ0Kp2aFhCv3_hTs82FXpqIQig I installed one about a year ago. There is no clicking noise, and I don't think it should be doing that. I would suggest you jack it up and have someone lightly move the steering wheel while you are underneath determining where the noise is from (use jack stands to be safe if the truck were to slip off the jack) I believe the boot should be on the bottom. Look at this video, or do a google search as I did before changing mine.... » Read More I installed one about a year ago. There is no clicking noise, and I don't think it should be doing that. I would suggest you jack it up and have someone lightly move the steering wheel while you are underneath determining where the noise is from (use jack stands to be safe if the truck were to slip off the jack) I believe the boot should be on the bottom. Look at this video, or do a google search as I did before changing mine. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct;=j&q;=&e;src=s&source;=web&cd;=1&cad;=rja&ved;=0CDgQFjAA&url;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Dn-kSP58pWvw&ei;=iRq3Uo_5GqiQyAGPk4GoCw&usg;=AFQjCNGLiJ0Kp2aFhCv3_hTs82FXpqIQig « Show Less
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Really easy you shouldn't need them! Just remove the3 bolts on inside of tailgate and pull bezel, handle out just a couple of rods inside to unhook and just reverse process to install new one. Just don't stick key in lock till finished with install making sure you have everything hooked back up!
1233129
Not that I could tell. When you open the tailgate and drop it, it just gives it a slower opening all the way down.
668762
There are two very strong latches on the inside of the cover which can only be operated when the tailgate is open. It would be very difficult to pry it open with the tailgate closed and locked. That being said, it is still a soft cover which can be cut into, which wouldn't be easy due to the thickness and strength of the material used. I've had two of these covers on two different trucks and the current one I am using is a vast improvement on the last one I owned (which lasted 6+ years with no rips or cuts). The latching mechanism is much more robust and the covering material seems tougher. The installation was also fairly easy. Although not as secure as a hard-top cover, for a soft cover these are quite secure. (I also think these look the best). Hope this helps. If you have any more questions I'll be happy to help.
1305866
It just means you don't have it in tight enough. Keep adjusting the pressure parts to and eventually the gate will latch. It's harder than you would think it should be
1495097
The left one for my truck was 1/3 turn off the bolts on top are not the same spacing, fought for about 2 hours before I figured that out.Hope that helps
155495
I had a similar one on my 2002 Silverado for almost 10 years until it broke last year. No one ever messed with it. Keeps stuff out of sight, out of mind. I installed a different tailgate latch that included a lock as well.