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Tail Gate reborn

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by NorCal3056, Mar 6, 2020.

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Mar 6, 2020 at 7:21 PM

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Amazing stories behind a tailgate with 223k miles which left its marks. Just installed a Relentless Tailgate Reinforcement plate. AMAZING fit and looks. Before and After Picture.

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Stock. EZ pass.Dump pass.Inspection sticker.Convict printed lic.plates.FG cap.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...ur-tacoma-today-1st-gen-edition.138573/unread

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How about the lip overhang with the gate up

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wow looks legit. Maybe I won't macguyver tool bench worktops on to my tailgate...

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If OP is happy all is good!!

Just curious was the plastic removed or did the cover go over top.

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The bed liner was removed and the aluminum powder coated cover went directly onto the tailgate.

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Yeah - looks great

Thanks for choosing one of our reinforcements!

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Looks great

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