Just finished installing the Ford tailgate dampener strut and it's so nice. Don't have remote operation as I'd imagine this piece comes from the factory if equipped with remote opening. I especially like that its all hidden behind the taillight for a clean look. My son loves to open the tailgate and pull the step out. At least now the opportunity for a concussion is reduced.

I highly recommend this to anyone with a truck that needs it.

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I had a 2005 Silverado way back when. Had a wheelbarrow sitting behind the truck when I unlatched the tailgate and let it drop.... Needless to say, had the truck had a tailgate damper, would have prevented a huge dent!

 

I got mine installed 2 weeks ago. It's so easy and a great feature! For how little it costs, it ought to be standard on every truck!