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Tailgate Assist Upgrade?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by WSDMetal, Mar 4, 2021.

  1. Mar 4, 2021 at 9:15 PM
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    WSDMetal

    WSDMetal [OP] Motorsports Fabrication & Design

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    Wondering if anybody was aware of an upgraded tailgate damper?

    Ideally looking for something more robust, that can handle more weight on the tailgate.

    Thanks in advance!
     
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  2. Mar 4, 2021 at 9:26 PM
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    ColoradoTJ

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    I wonder if adding an external damper like the DZ's in conjunction with the factory damper would help? These are relatively cheap to boot (usually under 35.00).
     
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  3. Mar 4, 2021 at 9:31 PM
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    WSDMetal

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    That would probably work great. Doesn't look like DeeZee offers one for 3rd gens, probably since they're already factory supplied.
     
  4. Mar 4, 2021 at 9:41 PM
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    Damn, you're correct. maybe a HD damper like you were thinking.
     

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