Cap and tailgate lock question...

I'm VERY new to this site, and I'm learning how to navigate and find stuff, so apologies if this has already been discussed.

I picked up my first 2014 DCSB Tacoma last Sunday. Today I realized there is no locking tailgate. I have a cap ordered and it will be installed in a few weeks. I understand that the cap overlaps the tailgate a bit. Is this enough to keep my dog and gear in the back from getting stolen with ease? Should I get an aftermarket tailgate lock? The place that I'm getting the cap from said they can do it for $95 plus $75 for installation. Is this a good price?

Cheers!
Ryan

 

Welcome, When my cap is locked, it prevents the tailgate from opening, but I did install a pop and lock. There are various kinds available and the cheapest ones start around $40. Pretty easy to install, I was able to install myself, was very quick and I am not mechanically inclined.

 

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/technical-chat/27829-tailgate-theft-how-prevent.html

I went and purchased the E-Z clamp from Autozone, 2 for $2.99. I put one on and I feel like it is secure. It has such a odd fitting on the end, no screwdriver or socket can get it off, you need the key. Mine is 3 pointed, the one in the post I cut and pasted has a 5.

 

Damn. I just put on hose clamps. I should replace them with the E-Z clamps. I think I'm going to see how my cap fits and locks it all up before buying a tailgate lock.

 

Added the new pop&lock that your Toyota key will fit so no extra key to keep up with. Like it very much.

 

There's also the pop & lock

$108 PL8521 Pop & Lock – Power Tailgate Lock for Toyota Tacoma, Fits Models 2005 to 2015 (PL8521)

PL8521 electronic tailgate lock. Locks and unlocks with your doors.