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Tailgate Lock ??

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by robbyk, Aug 9, 2023.

  1. Aug 9, 2023 at 3:49 PM
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    I just got a new to me a 2013 Tacoma in mind condition. Yesterday, I could not find a way to lock the tailgate, all I see is the OEM backup camera next to the handle. No possible way for me to lock it with a key, there isn't a hole to insert the key.

    Am I missing something?
     
    robbyk, Aug 9, 2023
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    No 2nd gen had an OE tailgate lock.

    Do you have a hard cover or a topper?
     
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    Came with a hard cover but I would like to replace it with a BAKFlip MX4 Tonneau - 2013 Toyota Tacoma BAKFlip MX4 Tonneau Cover | RealTruck

    Not sure if I'll be able to secure the bed with the BAKFlip MX4 like I do with the hard top.
     
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    I’ll second Tactical_Panda on this, i installed one on my ‘14 about 3 months ago, and it works just fine. Installation took about 20 minutes. My only caveat is it feels a little cheap but i think thats just the plastic used in the handle. It’s holding up fine.
     
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    Better to have both that and the pop & lock tailgate lock.
     
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    I have the bakflip and the pop & lock... no regrets getting it and easy install as well.
     
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    I’ve had the pop&lock on my truck for about a year now with no issues. Like @jules86 said the plastic feels cheap but I’m rough on mine and it hasn’t failed me yet!
     
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