Powder Coated Tailgate Cap System - Ready to Ship

As we all know, the tailgate cap on the 2nd gen Tacoma is weak at best.

Almost all of the clips on mine have broken off in the year and a half that I've owned my truck, just from putting bikes and ladders on it.



Aside from the broken clips, it just doesn't feel "sturdy" when you put your hands on it to close the gate.

So this is my solution:




It is a 1/8" thick aluminum powder coated tailgate cap SYSTEM.

What makes it a system??

It utilizes 1/4" thick gasket material that serves two purposes:

1. It isolates the cap from the tailgate, eliminating any metal to metal contact.

2. It raises the height of the new cap to match the height of the stock cap.


Here is the tape



The end result is a tailgate cap that is incredible sturdy, offers better protection of the tailgate from the outside of the bed, and has a finish that closely matches that of the stock cap.






Price is $98 plus shipping. Includes torx bit and gasket material, pre-cut to size. System uses factory bolts


Order here


Assembly Instructions

Step 1 - Crack open a tasty beverage.


Step 2 - With the supplied T-30 torx bit, remove tailgate cap bolts.




Step 3 - Remove old cap. Your clips are probably broken, but if they aren't, gently pull the cap up until they release.


Step 4 - Clean the area where the gasket material goes. You want a good surface for it to stick to.




Step 5 - Take a swig of your tasty beverage.


Step 6 - Apply supplied gasket material as shown.




Step 7 - Carefully set the new cap in place. It may take some pressure to get it over the gasket, it is designed to be tight.


Step 8 - If necessary, tap into place with a dead blow hammer, or use a steel hammer and a block of wood.




Step 9 - Make sure the cap is centered on the gate. Use the center bolt for reference, as that hole is round, and not slotted.


Step 10 - Re-install the factory bolts. Don't use too much torque, as they will strip if you do.


Step 11 - Chug the rest of that beverage, because you're done and you have a sweet new tailgate cap!!


If you have any trouble during the install, shoot me a PM and I'll help you out.

 

would this SYSTEM help fix this^ PROBLEM?
edit: the buckle as about 3 inches right of center (passenger side)

 

This system would make that problem disappear.

 

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Well then... $92 is a whole lot cheaper than a new tailgate.

 

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The first units are going out tonight. Can't wait to see the response they get.

 

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Installation instructions added to the first post.

 

This just jumped high up on my list. My plastic cap has many deep gouges in it from dragging heavy metal things across it.

 

My plastic cap is now collecting dust in the attic, where it belongs.

 

How far does it stick out from the tailgate? Looks like there's a pretty good gap.

 

1/4" gasket makes me think it sticks out 1/4" plus the gauge thickness

 

Is there anyway to get it a little closer to flush?

 

Read this review and you'll see that the gap is no problem at all.

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2n...ted-tailgate-cap-system-kb-voodoo-review.html

 

Sounds great! Thanks for posting that Chad.

 

Price is $80 plus shipping. Includes torx bit and gasket material, pre-cut to size. System uses factory bolts

Here is a map that breaks down shipping costs:



Zone 0 - $12

Zone 1 - $11

Zone 2 - $12

Zone 3 - $22

Zone 4 - $12

Zone 5 - $23

Zone 6 - $23

Zone 7 - $23

Zone 8 - $23

Zone 9 - $23

PM if you'd like one.