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Weak tailgate reinforcement solution

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by RelentlessFab, Mar 4, 2009.

  1. Mar 29, 2014 at 11:00 AM
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    RelentlessFab

    RelentlessFab [OP] Eric @Relentless Fab Vendor

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  2. Mar 29, 2014 at 2:06 PM
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    I bought mine a while back only thing I really had to do is grind out a few holes so they would line up better. I've since gotten it powder-coated and applied the anti-slip tape to it. Works great loading up the quad.
     
  3. Mar 29, 2014 at 2:14 PM
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    Trying to read on my phone and maybe I missed so I apoligize if it has already been asked.

    Can this be powder coated black to match the bed color?

    And how much? :D
     
  4. Mar 29, 2014 at 2:26 PM
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    What is the Price and Do You Have Any More Ready To Ship???
     
  5. Mar 29, 2014 at 4:06 PM
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    Great idea, I will have to fabricate one at the shop..
     
  6. Mar 29, 2014 at 7:53 PM
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    RelentlessFab [OP] Eric @Relentless Fab Vendor

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    Hole locations were lightly modified about a year or so ago. Have installed a couple since then and they always fit nicely :)






    I can powder coat no problem, it's a mild texture and matches the bed quite nicely. All pricing can be done through my website. Don't forget the tw coupon code at checkout.




    I believe there's one aluminum left. More being made this week too
     
  7. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:06 PM
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    Just ordered an alum. one. One more possible future problem avoided.
     
  8. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:07 PM
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    Nice, plumber by trade, I solder a lot on my tail gate, this is just what I'm looking for. Plus it adds strength too. Will be placing order soon. Any pics of the aluminum one?
     
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  9. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:07 PM
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    How much weight does it take to f up a stock bed? Also, what's the TW coupon code? I didn't know u had one. Thanks!
     
  10. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:34 PM
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    Just got the order, thanks. I believe this is the last in stock claimed.






    I can add more to my website on Monday. Looks the same as the steel aside from the metal difference.




    Bed is pretty tough, but the tailgate is certainly weak! I've had 1200lbs in my bed.
    discount code is simple.... tw10off :cool:
     
  11. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:44 PM
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    Gearheadesw

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    So the aluminum one is still diamond plate? Not smooth? Sold.
     
  12. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:57 PM
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    No I asked a page or two back and the aluminun is now smooth.

    Hey Eric, you should make a few aluminum diamond plate ones up. They will sell.
     
  13. Mar 29, 2014 at 8:58 PM
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    If there are 4 people that will commit with an initial deposit I'll do a run of diamond plate for those that want one.
     
  14. Mar 29, 2014 at 9:03 PM
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    In for diamond plate aluminum.
    Transferring funds to pay pal now.
    Same price? $170 ish?
     
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    OK, sounds good. One down.
    Yeah I should be able to do them at the same price as smooth aluminum to my knowledge.
     
  16. Mar 29, 2014 at 9:32 PM
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    Come on, three more
     
  17. Mar 29, 2014 at 10:02 PM
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    I'll take a diamond plate aluminum. So there's two.
    I like the look of the diamond plate and think it will give better traction.
    Should I just order from your website and you'll know which one it is?
    What's the lead time?
     
  18. Mar 30, 2014 at 6:16 AM
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    I just ordered one, that makes 3?
     
  19. Mar 30, 2014 at 6:22 AM
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    I ordered a smooth aluminum one last November...but haven't been able to install it yet. Now I know it was for a reason! I'll jump on the diamond plate aluminum + black powder coat too.
     
  20. Mar 30, 2014 at 6:27 AM
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    The steel ones are diamond plate..correct?
     
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