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Heavy Duty 2014-2021 Tundra Tailgate Cap

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundra Parts Marketplace (2014-2021)' started by WSDMetal, Mar 24, 2021.

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  1. Jun 25, 2021 at 8:37 AM
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    Hey guys, so I prototyped an 1/8" aluminum version with a lip in the back (as requested), but it didn't work out as hoped.

    I am looking into a 2nd attempt at an aluminum v.2.

    In the meantime, I have a handful of the powdercoated steel v.1's available. They have been working out really well, they will save your tailgate from forklift impacts, welding gas bottles and dents from hauling lumber and pipe.
     
    WSDMetal, Jun 25, 2021
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  2. Jun 29, 2021 at 5:36 PM
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    In for an aluminum v2. Any reason why you went from 3/16 steel to 1/8 aluminum?
     
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  3. Jun 29, 2021 at 5:47 PM
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    Tagging this thread, interested in the v2
     
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  4. Jun 30, 2021 at 8:49 PM
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    That's what people on this forum are asking for.
     
    WSDMetal, Jun 30, 2021
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  5. Jun 30, 2021 at 10:18 PM
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    No love for 2nd gens??
     
    SouthWestGA, Jun 30, 2021
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  6. Jul 13, 2021 at 1:42 PM
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    Im definitely in for the V2 and hopefully side rail caps also.
     
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  7. Jul 14, 2021 at 5:50 AM
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    I've been looking for something like this for the 3rd gen....but I'm after something that actually sits over the face of the tailgate to protect that part as well....
     
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  8. Jan 31, 2022 at 4:49 PM
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    Ouch!

    Just send me a message. I have them ready to ship
     
    WSDMetal, Jan 31, 2022
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  9. Jan 31, 2022 at 5:23 PM
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    Any plans to do some for the sides?
     
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  10. Jan 31, 2022 at 8:39 PM
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    In for a V2 when available
     
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  11. Feb 1, 2022 at 8:07 AM
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    No plans for sides, unfortunately.

    V2 development is on hold
     
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  12. Feb 5, 2022 at 1:41 PM
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    All in for an aluminum too.
     
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  13. Feb 11, 2022 at 8:22 AM
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  14. Mar 10, 2022 at 2:23 PM
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    I'll be in for aluminum also
     
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  15. Mar 10, 2022 at 2:42 PM
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    Posted in another thread here. Line-X'd and installed a steel cap today. This exceeds expectations! :thumbsup:

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  16. Mar 12, 2022 at 5:35 PM
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    By the way, what WSDMetal says about the 2 outer holes is true. I countersunk those 2 holes in the cap. They were slightly mis-aligned with the tailgate, but not enough to prevent installation of the bolts. I suggest checking the hole alignment first, before you CSK them. If it's off, then you could "pull" the holes so they line up better. In my case, it worked out fine...
     
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  17. May 2, 2022 at 5:04 PM
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    In for V2
     
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  18. May 5, 2022 at 9:27 PM
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    None yet but making a list and looking at the budget.....
    Would like to get more information. Need to find out if it will work with a Revolver X4s cover. If so i may be in.
     
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  19. May 6, 2022 at 3:32 AM
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    Most 2nd gens are scrapped, so we're out 'a luck.:rolleyes:
     
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  20. May 8, 2022 at 7:14 AM
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  21. May 10, 2022 at 9:45 AM
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    @WSDMetal do I need to drill new holes to install this?
     
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  22. May 10, 2022 at 5:54 PM
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    no need to drill holes in the truck. I countersunk the 2 outboard holes, but it's not necessary.
     
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    So how do I install the bolts on the inside of the cap? The holes where my plastic one was connected are too big.
     
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  24. May 11, 2022 at 8:51 AM
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    You should not have to drill any holes.

    If you're saying the factory holes are too big, the kit is supplied with large washers to fill the gap.

    If you can message me some photos, I can assist further. Thanks
     
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  25. May 15, 2022 at 6:44 PM
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    Another installation tip. To install the fasteners you have to remove the tailgate access panel. What's not so obvious is that there's a good way to help avoid dropping the nuts and washers inside the tailgate: First install the fasteners through the forward flange with the tailgate closed (so the bolts are horizontal); then open the tailgate and install the fasteners through the top flange (again so those bolts are horizontal). If you try to install the nuts and washers on a vertical bolt, you might end up dropping them inside the tailgate... Don't ask me how I know.
     
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    @WSDMetal any update on the aluminum prototype?
     
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  27. Sep 19, 2022 at 11:51 PM
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    all thr33 sides are important bro.. jus sayin...
     
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    Very interested in the next version and great idea! My tailgate cap is already beat up pretty well from loading in dirtbikes, lumber, etc.
     
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