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Tailgate Locks

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Kevinztaco, Aug 22, 2013.

  1. Aug 22, 2013 at 6:34 PM
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    Kevinztaco

    Kevinztaco [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys,

    Good news. As some of you may have seen some pictures I've posted back in February about my tailgate lock not fitting my 2013 Tacoma v6 TRD Sport 4x4. I tossed that tailgate lock in the trash and didn't even think about emailing or calling Pop&Lock to get a replacement. I email Jason at Pop&Lock and I received good news. He said he will be making OEM tailgate locks for TOYOTA TACOMA. He sounded like a great guy to work with. I'm hoping to get an OEM lock soon :).

    website: popandlock.net
     
    Last edited: Aug 24, 2013
  2. Aug 22, 2013 at 6:38 PM
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    BuckeyeTacoFL

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    Sweet!! I'll be getting one as soon as they become available.
     
  3. Aug 22, 2013 at 6:39 PM
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    tagaman670

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    Nice ill be sure to be on the look out when they come out..
     
  4. Aug 22, 2013 at 6:40 PM
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    Colt562

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    Nice!! I may have to get one depending on the price.
     
  5. Aug 22, 2013 at 6:54 PM
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  6. Aug 22, 2013 at 7:31 PM
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    SkottK62

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    Codeable lock? Very nice! :)
     
  7. Aug 22, 2013 at 7:53 PM
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    thegrandpoohbah

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    Of course, right after I just installed the PL5300...
     
  8. Aug 22, 2013 at 9:43 PM
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    Kevinztaco

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    I don't think you'd miss out on anything other than having to carry an extra small key just for the tailgate with what you have on now.
     
  9. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:02 PM
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    jw1983

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    Pop Lock for 2013 Tacoma OR Access Cab. Installed March 13'.

    Pop Lock - 03-09-13.jpg
     
  10. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:19 PM
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    thegrandpoohbah

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    That and I'm not thrilled with the build quality of the PL5300. It doesn't operate anywhere near as smooth as the factory tailgate handle.
     
  11. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:35 PM
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    BXTACOMA

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    I'll be interested in one.
     
  12. Aug 23, 2013 at 5:52 AM
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    ATHiker

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    I'm very interested. Thankfully someone is picking up the slack from Toyota.
     
  13. Aug 23, 2013 at 6:11 AM
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    atebit

    atebit What's all this, then?

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    Group buy to get tem started off right with the new product? :)
     
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  14. Aug 23, 2013 at 8:06 AM
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    ouyin2000

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    There would be a rather large interest in an OEM-like tailgate lock on the forum here. Definitely see if they're willing to offer a group buy discount. If I hadn't gotten a powered DynoLock, I would be getting this for sure.
     
  15. Aug 23, 2013 at 10:27 AM
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    bueller

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    I'd be in for that.
     
  16. Aug 23, 2013 at 2:44 PM
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    Kevinztaco

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    great idea
     
  17. Aug 23, 2013 at 3:13 PM
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    I'm glad I waited, I'll be getting one of these as soon as they are available! I would be in for a group buy if it mean a discount!
     
  18. Aug 23, 2013 at 3:41 PM
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    I bought a pop n' lock for 2005 + Tacoma's and it fit perfectly and I have a 2013 TRD Sport.
     
  19. Aug 23, 2013 at 5:34 PM
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    SAXD Taco

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    This is something I wish I had known about a month ago. Just bought the PL5300... Wish I would have waited on my purchase after hearing this.
     
  20. Aug 23, 2013 at 9:35 PM
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    adio

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    I'm tryin to picture how the "codeable lock" function. would it function like the power version?
     
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