Heavy Duty 2014-2021 Tundra Tailgate Cap

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.

 

In for an aluminum v2. Any reason why you went from 3/16 steel to 1/8 aluminum?

 

Tagging this thread, interested in the v2

 

That's what people on this forum are asking for.

 

No love for 2nd gens??

 

Im definitely in for the V2 and hopefully side rail caps also.

 

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....

 

Ouch!

Just send me a message. I have them ready to ship

 

Any plans to do some for the sides?

 

In for a V2 when available

 

No plans for sides, unfortunately.

V2 development is on hold

 

All in for an aluminum too.

 

+ for aluminum version

 

I'll be in for aluminum also

 

Posted in another thread here. Line-X'd and installed a steel cap today. This exceeds expectations!

 

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...

 

In for V2

 

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.

 

Most 2nd gens are scrapped, so we're out 'a luck.

 

I was looking for aluminum as well

 

@WSDMetal do I need to drill new holes to install this?

 

no need to drill holes in the truck. I countersunk the 2 outboard holes, but it's not necessary.

 

So how do I install the bolts on the inside of the cap? The holes where my plastic one was connected are too big.

 

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

 

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.

 

@WSDMetal any update on the aluminum prototype?

 

all thr33 sides are important bro.. jus sayin...

 

Very interested in the next version and great idea! My tailgate cap is already beat up pretty well from loading in dirtbikes, lumber, etc.

 

I have been waiting for the aluminum version… if it ever happens

 

@WSDMetal sent you a PM.