tailgate cable strap

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Feb 27, 2019 | 10:09 PM

#31

Motorsports One

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From: Kingston, Ontario (Canada)

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Originally Posted by goathead

considering getting an aftermarket assist.

Better off with the OEM one, it's out of sight and does the same job an aftermarket one would.

Feb 27, 2019 | 10:22 PM

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21RRF150

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Originally Posted by Motorsports One

Had a torsion bar in my '04, it kept the tailgate from slamming down as well as making it lighter to close.

I had an 04 lariat. Only helped with lifting on mine. I know because my wife slammed it open on numerous occasions.

Feb 27, 2019 | 10:26 PM

#33

PerryB

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From: Chico, Ca.

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Originally Posted by chewie

The Torsion spring only comes in tailgates with the built-in fold out step. Neither my dad's or mine has that feature.

Look closer, I think they all have springs, just bigger in the tailgates with steps.

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