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Tailgate Saver Installation for 1981-1987 Trucks

  • Remove Driver side Factory bolt that attaches the trunion onto tailgate.
  • If this bolt is 3/8″ body bolt install the provided 3/8″ Ball stud at the base of the tailgate using thread locker. (Reference picture)

 

1981-1987 tailgate strut and shock kit installation

 

  • If your tailgate trunion uses a 5/16″ body bolt you will need to drill and tap the hole to accept our larger and stronger 3/8″ Ball stud.
  • Remove Tallight and taillight housing.
  • From the top of the tailgate trunion bolt (box panel side) measure up 6″ and 1/2″ back (reference picture below) drill a 5/16″ hole.

 

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  • Attach our LS stainless steel support bracket with supplied M8 ball stud with washer and jam nut.
  • Using our bracket as a guide drill lower hole and attach the M8 button head bolt and jam nut.
  • Install taillight housing
  • Remove Driver side tailgate strap by grinding off factory rivet that attaches the metal strap to the tailgate latch catch.
  • Attach your Gate Saver with shaft pointing down.
  • Slowly cycle through the opening and closing motion to check clearance.

For any questions or concerns with your install, don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected]

 

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