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Tailgate Anti theft device

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by christian06, May 31, 2019.

  1. Aug 12, 2020 at 8:53 PM
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    Grossomotto

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    Go to post #1 and "Start a Conversation" with Chris.

     
  2. Aug 12, 2020 at 9:09 PM
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    Too bad it's illegal to set up a shotgun to go off when the tailgate is opened. You might damage the tailgate, but it would be worth taking out a thieving scum.
     
  3. Aug 13, 2020 at 9:21 AM
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    Locking it and this device will deter 99.99% of thieves.

     
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  4. Aug 13, 2020 at 10:33 AM
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    Yea, but there’s no additional benefits.
     
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  6. Aug 14, 2020 at 8:46 AM
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    Send me a PM for details thx.
     
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    Contact christian06 via On his profile - “start a conversation”.
     
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    Want to get one!
     
  10. Feb 6, 2021 at 4:22 PM
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    Looks sweet! Maybe include an anti tamper T40 screw with the device for added protection.
     
  11. Feb 6, 2021 at 6:53 PM
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  12. Feb 6, 2021 at 9:59 PM
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    Got mine the other day. Put a coat of primer on it and then the temp dropped below 40. Waiting for warmer weather to paint it and mount it.
     
  13. Feb 7, 2021 at 5:56 AM
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    I do offer a T45 tamper proof screw
     
  14. Feb 7, 2021 at 6:12 AM
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  15. Feb 7, 2021 at 7:21 AM
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    To the masses. Thinking out loud.
    What's the point of having the bracket?
    I would replace the counter-sink/Torx with a stock replacement, given the difficulty of removal.
     
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  16. Feb 7, 2021 at 1:25 PM
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    The point is to keep your tailgate.
    Without it, your tailgate will come off in 3 seconds.
    With it, and the T45 tamper proof screw, by the time they figure it out, they would have just stole your neighbors.
    Not sure what you mean by "stock replacement" ? You can use your OEM screw that came with the truck if you choose to do so, with or without the bracket, maybe I'm just not understanding.
     
  17. Feb 7, 2021 at 1:33 PM
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    Sorry @christian06. Edited above.
    The part: "Thinking out loud", that was not to be included in the quote (you) of my referencing your bracket.

    It was suppose to be directed to those, not using a factory Torx Bolt when mounting it.
    My bad.
     
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  18. Feb 7, 2021 at 1:51 PM
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    Ah ok
     
  19. Feb 14, 2021 at 9:22 AM
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  20. Feb 14, 2021 at 12:06 PM
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    Got it my friend thx
     

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