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

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by chris4x4, Feb 21, 2009.

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  1. Mar 12, 2012 at 7:07 AM
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    After hittin' the Master lock site high lighted in this conversation Master told me them didn't do sales from there & that I had to find my own retail outlet.
    I ended up goin' to DFW Camper Correl & got a Maguard unit. We only need to do the right side.Lookin' from the rear. The left side is already a solid circle.
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  2. Mar 12, 2012 at 9:16 AM
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    I'm not sure what you are talking about, unless you tried reaching them by phone to order it. You can order directly from the Master Lock website here:

    http://www.masterlock.com/product_details/TruckBedSecurity_No.8253DATTailgateLock/8253DAT
     
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  3. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:59 AM
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    Just ordered the master lock one (just had the hose clamp on yesterday :)). I assuming there is only one model at that site?

    Also, any locks for spare tire?
     
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  4. Mar 13, 2012 at 12:30 PM
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  5. Mar 13, 2012 at 2:02 PM
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  6. Mar 13, 2012 at 3:58 PM
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  7. Mar 13, 2012 at 4:58 PM
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    Thanks chris great writeup!
     
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  8. Mar 14, 2012 at 10:28 AM
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  9. Mar 16, 2012 at 9:04 AM
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    Question to those who have the Master Lock for the tail gate: Does it clamp snug or does it have some play? I just got mine yesterday and installed it today. I have some play, so just want to make sure I have it on right. Thanks
     
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  10. Mar 16, 2012 at 5:29 PM
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    you should have a little bit of play so that it can rotate when the tailgate is closed. sounds like you have it on just right.
     
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  11. Mar 17, 2012 at 5:38 AM
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    Yes, there should be some play but if you don't want too much play on it you can wrap some tape over the tailgate hinge hook, like I did, to keep it from rattling around too much.
     
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  12. Mar 17, 2012 at 2:35 PM
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    I bought the Hose Clamps 2 pack this afternoon at Advance Auto Parts for $2.99. Put one of the clamps on in minutes and am done.

    Thank you very much for this Mod!
     
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  13. Mar 17, 2012 at 2:38 PM
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    Those will rust in a year. Keep your eye on them. I got a stainless steel clamp that is only rusting on the screw head. These clamps don't last but a couple years in wet climate.
     
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  14. Mar 17, 2012 at 2:56 PM
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    Thanks for the heads up, I will keep my eye on it.
     
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  15. Mar 17, 2012 at 9:51 PM
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    Awesome thank you for confirming that. Cheers
     
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  16. Mar 17, 2012 at 9:53 PM
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    That is not a bad idea, what kind of tape did you use (electrical)? Cheers
     
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  17. Mar 18, 2012 at 6:48 AM
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    What I used when I had the hose clamp, Temflex, it is thicker than electrical tape. There is a picture of it at post 584 on this thread.
     
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  18. Mar 25, 2012 at 12:39 AM
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    Did my $1.89 mod today. Thank you for saving me a tailgate.
     
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  19. Mar 25, 2012 at 6:08 PM
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    I installed the Pop n Lock, because, I do take the tailgate off at times.

    Usually, when I am going to haul something heavier that a dirt bike; I use ramps to load; and the weight of some garden tractors, or similar equipment is more that the tailgate will take. Oh Yea, the famous bending tailgates. And I even have mine reinforced; but why take chances.

    The clamp is a great idea; if you don't usually take the tailgate off.

    The Pop n Lock wasn't hard to install at all.

    I won't say it it is theft proof; because somebody, maybe could prybar it. But it looks sturdy enough for the "occasional" thief.
     
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  20. Mar 28, 2012 at 1:31 PM
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    I installed just a simple hose clamp. Not a lot of protection, but it stops someone from walking by and taking it. Once I get my canopy on I'll feel a bit more secure.
     
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