Damn!! Tailgate was stolen last night.

I even had a clamp on it so someone couldn't just walk away with it. Does anyone know of a good source for a replacement (White)? Damn also need to replace the diamond plate panel. Is there a better way to lock these so this doesn't happen again?

Thanks,
Jason

 

Put a lock on it

 

That was one of my questions. Is there a way to lock these besides using a clamp like I had on it. What are you using?

Thanks

 

Get a pop and lock from Amazon. You’ll have to run wires to tie it into your door locks but worth the work. I think they might have one that just replaces your tailgate handle with a keyed one as well.

 

Something like this

https://sabellco.com/store/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=68

and of course, lock the tailgate, if you have a locking tailgate handle.
If you do, might I suggest
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/10-diy-power-lock-tailgate.424052/

 

Thanks, I'll be checking those out. Such a bummer. I'll be keeping an eye on Craigslist for my tailgate for sure.

 

My clamp has been on for years now. Wonder if it's rusted out? I should go check it.

 

What city/town and state did this happen?

 

In texas

 

Sorry to hear about your tailgate. At least you have the easiest color to find. There's lots of white new take off tailgates around.

 

https://worcester.craigslist.org/pts/d/westminster-brand-new-toyota-tacoma/6827808581.html

Mass. If ur 3g

 

buy any tailgate you can find and rattle can paint it yourself Super White, since super white is a one stage paint the clearcoat is already mixed in the paint so u wont need a clear spray over it

 

This guy has a silver 2011 and a white 2016
I'd be happy to help facilitate if it works for you.

https://miami.craigslist.org/brw/pts/d/pompano-beach-toyota-tacoma-tailgate/6834963320.html

 

Unfortunately Tailgates are a hot item for thieves as there is a huge black market for them . Most are sold to body shops as a tailgate is damaged easily and used tailgates are cheaper than newer for body shops

Another reason is some newer ones from other mfgs have cameras and other sensors built into them making those tail gates a high dollar item

 

Thanks guys, this happened in Garden Grove, CA. I'm amazed that the police actually took DNA swabs to run through the database.

I'm going to look for a tailgate locally but I appreciate your help.

 

OP ... I would also contact local Junkyards to see if someone sold them your tailgate . As I mentioned body shops buy repair parts from here !!

 

at the high cost of those tailgates with all necessary hardware wouldn't be better to go thru your car insurance? even if you have $500 deductible in the end I don't think you can get a better deal on the whole tailgate youll need anywhere

 

Damn, I’m legitimately angry for you. I live in brooklyn NY and stuff like this happens all the time.

Any possiblilty that insurance will cover it?

 

Bummer, I figured it was socal. South bay/harbor area and orange county area especiall

 

Thanks for the advice. I'll check the junkyards too.

I'm looking for used tailgates locally since like you said it will be a lot cheaper. I think my deductible is 1k but I have to check. I was just looking into upgrading suspension too. Oh well, I just have to get over it. They didn't steal my jack and they didn't damage anything else.