Tailgate theft....How to prevent it....

rpoint16 · 02-22-2009, 10:48 AM

Just installed mine.

derekabraham · 02-22-2009, 10:54 AM

Nice write-up Chris!

oldtacomaguy · 02-22-2009, 11:01 AM

Mine is now done. Thank You.

chris4x4 · 02-22-2009, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Delmarva

-1 for not pointing that out in the video...

just kidding

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Originally Posted by drifter379

What section in wal mart are you finding the clamps? Auto motiver or hardware?

They are either in the automotive section, or near the RV section.......depends on what Wally World...

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Originally Posted by ProtoJ

Great post, I'm headed to wal-mart. I think I am going to cut some strips of rubber from a bicycle tube to put under the hose clamp to avoid any scratching.

I dont recomend useing any rubber around the clamp. The clamp wont scratch as it doesnt move once installed.

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Originally Posted by WildcatRider

+1 for pointing out -1

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Originally Posted by derekabraham

Nice write-up Chris!

Yw!

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Originally Posted by oldtacomaguy

Mine is now done. Thank You.

Anytime!

Ghost96Romeo · 02-22-2009, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

I didnt remove anything to show how EASY AS PIE this is to do. Now, Go out and do this. $2.54 is cheap as opposed to replaceing a tailgate.

Nobody should listen to Chris4x4 anymore..................the clamps cost me $2.48

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Way to blow the validity of this story now Chris.

chris4x4 · 02-22-2009, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Ghost96Romeo

Nobody should listen to Chris4x4 anymore..................the clamps cost me $2.48

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Way to blow the validity of this story now Chris.

From now on, Im gonna have a legal disclaimer on my write ups.

Ghost96Romeo · 02-22-2009, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

From now on, Im gonna have a legal disclaimer on my write ups.

Yeah, they saw you comin'..... decided to hike up the price 6 cents. I wasn't having any of that!

Panda Jerk · 02-22-2009, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

No its not. On the passenger side, the tailgate hinge is open on the underside allowing it to pop right out like I showed in the vid.

ahhhh. Nice job Chris!

rhoppas · 02-22-2009, 01:12 PM

Just got mine done. Thanks Chris! I also talked them down to $2.48

Ghost96Romeo · 02-22-2009, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by rhoppas

Just got mine done. Thanks Chris! I also talked them down to $2.48

Sweet! That makes two of us! I'm glad Chris posted this thread this morning.

I woke up wondering what I wanted to do today, but Chris made my mind up for me.

chris4x4 · 02-22-2009, 02:18 PM

For the record. I bought me E-Z Clamps a while back, Wllay World must have had a "Price roll back".

chris4x4 · 02-22-2009, 02:39 PM

Bump for a newly added legal disclaimer.

derekabraham · 02-22-2009, 02:44 PM

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egal disclaimer:
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I was just about to press charges, too...

Ghost96Romeo · 02-22-2009, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by chris4x4

Legal disclaimer:
As with any Modification, in the rare event of an erection lasting more than 4 hours, seek immediate medical help to avoid long-term injury. In rare instances, men performing mods on their trucks reported a sudden decrease or loss of vision. It is not possible to determine whether these events are related directly to these mods or to other factors. If you experience sudden decrease or loss of vision, stop doing mods, and call a doctor right away. The most common side effects vehicle maintinance and mods are headache, facial flushing, and upset stomach, less money, and angry spouse. Less commonly, bluish vision, blurred vision, anal seepage, or sensitivity to light may briefly occur.

This is my favorite part of the legal disclaimer!

eordonez · 02-22-2009, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by derekabraham

I was just about to press charges, too...

AK27 · 02-22-2009, 02:58 PM

finished mine today, 98 cents for a single clamp!

billas333 · 02-22-2009, 03:01 PM

wow I did not know it was that simple!

Delmarva · 02-22-2009, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris4x4s Crazy Disclaimer...

Legal disclaimer:
Chris4x4 cannot and does not guarantee or warrant that Chris4x4 write ups from this site are free of viruses, worms, Trojan horses or other code that has contaminating or destructive properties. Chris4x4 does not make any express or implied warranties, representations or endorsements whatsoever (including without limitation warranties of title, noninfringement or fitness for a particular purpose) with respect to the write ups from this site. In no event will Chris4x4 be liable to you or to anyone else for any decision made or action taken by you or anyone else in reliance on results obtained from use of Write ups from this site. These write ups may be downloaded and/or reprinted for personal use only. Permission to reprint or electronically reproduce any document or graphic in whole or in part for any reason except for personal use is expressly prohibited, unless prior written consent is obtained from Chris4x4. Results may vary. Price can change without notice. Do not attempt to work on vehicle under the influence of alcohol, or perscription medication. Discuss your general health status with your doctor to ensure that you are healthy enough to engage in vehicle maintinance. If you experience chest pain, nausea, or any other discomforts during mods, seek immediate medical help. As with any Modification, in the rare event of an erection lasting more than 4 hours, seek immediate medical help to avoid long-term injury. In rare instances, men performing mods on their trucks reported a sudden decrease or loss of vision. It is not possible to determine whether these events are related directly to these mods or to other factors. If you experience sudden decrease or loss of vision, stop doing mods, and call a doctor right away. The most common side effects vehicle maintinance and mods are headache, facial flushing, upset stomach, less money, and angry spouse. Less commonly, bluish vision, blurred vision, anal seepage, or sensitivity to light may briefly occur.

thebigk · 02-22-2009, 07:47 PM

Steal one off a truck like yours & keep it as a spare for when yours gets stolen

PackerfanXD · 02-22-2009, 08:06 PM

No shit! I'm going to get some of those clamps tomorrow. Thanks Chris.

02-22-2009, 11:01 AM	#63
oldtacomaguy four forty four Name: Dave Joined: Dec 2006, #444 Location: SE Conn. Age: 53 Gender: Male Posts: 2,089 08 SR-5 4WD Impulse Red Pearl 2008 Access Cab Automatic V-6 Alpine deck and amp, Polk speakers front and rear, Kenwood subwoofer, windows tinted to 20%, Weathertech rain guards, debadged, Sockmonkey custom decals, Grillcraft Grill, Suspension TSB.	Mine is now done. Thank You. __________________

02-22-2009, 02:58 PM	#76
AK27 Senior Member Joined: Nov 2008, #11005 Location: Ontario Gender: Male Posts: 10,423 06 tacoma trd 4 dr bsp 2006 Double Cab Automatic V6 4.0 chrome tube steps, trifold soft tonneau, tinted front windows, weathertech floor liners, tailgate clamp mod, BHLM	finished mine today, 98 cents for a single clamp! __________________ Sig By Delmarva

02-22-2009, 03:01 PM	#77
billas333 Always bet on black Joined: Nov 2008, #10698 Location: California Age: 24 Gender: Male Posts: 414 2008 4x4 Tacoma Sport 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 Mods so far: Tube steps from toyota, Bed extender from toyota, Spare Tire lock, Sound System Makeover, Tacoma All-Weather heavy duty rubber floor mats. Rear TSB, Icon Coilovers w/ TC UCA's and 1inch rear block with rear 5100 bilstein shocks, Grillcraft black grill, Devil Horns from Andres, Black Headlights, Matte Black Liquid Metal Gatlins Wheels, 285/70R17 Nitto Tera Grapplers, Wet Okole Seat Covers! Seat Belt Chime Mod, Flowmaster 50 series dual exhaust,	wow I did not know it was that simple! __________________ Always Bet on Black!

02-22-2009, 07:47 PM	#79
thebigk Why did I leave Cancun?!?!??!? Name: My name is Ken..and I'm an alcoholic Joined: Aug 2008, #8770 Location: Carlsbad.....no not California Age: 34 Gender: Male Posts: 2,055 08 Speedway Blue DC TRD Off Road 4x4 2008 Double Cab Automatic 6cyl	Steal one off a truck like yours & keep it as a spare for when yours gets stolen __________________ Just when I think you've said the stupidest thing ever, you keep talking. - Hank Hill TOYS 2008 Tacoma DC 4x4 TRD Offroad 2007 Kawaskai Brute Force 650i 4x4 2005 Suzuki Quadsport LT80 2004 Honda Shadow Sabre 1100

02-22-2009, 08:06 PM	#80
PackerfanXD Just waiting for the Apocalypse Name: Mr. Mom Joined: Aug 2008, #8741 Location: Armed In A GUN-FREE Zone Age: 36 Gender: Male Posts: 3,675 Killer Blue Taco 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 Bilstein 5100's, OME 885's, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Moto Metal 950 16" Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Bumper, Black Center Valence, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!	No shit! I'm going to get some of those clamps tomorrow. Thanks Chris. __________________ Μολὼν λάβε!!! *"From my cold, dead hands!"* I was Anti-Obama when Anti-Obama wasn't cool. (<I also had this in my sig before it was cool)

02-22-2009, 10:48 AM	#61
rpoint16 Senior Member Joined: Sep 2007, #2588 Location: Tempe, AZ Gender: Dude Posts: 574 2008 double cab, 4X4, V-6, TRD. Super White. 2008 Double Cab Automatic OME 885 coils & front shocks, with TT top plate, Total Chaos UCA, Rear OME extended shocks, Rear TSB, Rear Toytec AAL, trimmed the saber-tooth-tiger-long-ass mud flaps. 17" XD Revolver rims, 265/75/17 BFG AT KO's. Ripped out the crappy FM Modulator & installed a PA-15-toy interface. OEM bed matt.	Just installed mine.

02-22-2009, 01:12 PM	#69
rhoppas Land of Oz Joined: Aug 2007, #2564 Location: Topeka, KS Gender: Male Posts: 1,262 07 Double Cab V6 TRD Sport Tow 2007 Double Cab Automatic V6 Earnhardt Cannons, Terra Grapplers, Viper alarm, Hunter4x4 Bull Bar, 6" Pro Comp Off-Road lights, extra set of bed D-rings, Chrome exhaust tip, Metra Ipod/MP3 adapter, Garmin GPS, CarriageWorks grill, Maglite mounted to driver seat, 9" Stubbie Antenna, WeatherTech floor liners, Saddleman Neoprene seat covers, DeeZee bed mat	Just got mine done. Thanks Chris! I also talked them down to $2.48

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