3rd gen tailgate on a 2011?

Does anyone know if this would work without major mods? I kinda like the new turd gen tailgate.

 

I believe turd gen gate is taller as the bed is deeper on the 3rd gen.

 

3g has that lip that sticks out.

You could make it work but... should you?

 

I've measured and compared the 2 and it would require MAJOR metal fab work.

 

It would most likely be easier to just put an entire third gen bed on the second gen then try to modify the metal to fit the new tailgate.

Or do what this guy did and mod your existing tailgate

 

I guess I should let it go. Was hoping it might be an easy mod.

 

Where are you located in WKY? I'm in Gilbertsville

 

Buy a 3rd gen. if you like them so much.

 

Symsonia

 

Kentucky showing up. Hello from
Paducah!

 

C A T S...Cats..Cats..Cats!!!!

 

I have an '05 and was wondering the same thing. I really like the built in tailgate drop assist the 3rd gens have, oh well..

Maybe THAT could be transferred?

 

I looked at that also. It would definitely not be a direct bolt on. The bolt spacing on the tailgate is different. It might be possible to change the bolt holes, but you would need to buy all the parts and start assembling and then see what other problems you run into.

 

I'm thinking will the actual torsion spring fit inside an '05 tailgate pivot?

 

The tailgate pivots are completely different.

 

Yeah, I figured.

 

Nah, it will
fit easily, will it look right? No unless you change the bed panels. 2005 Single Cab

 

¿Cómo va eso?¿Qué te falta?