Pro Access Tailgate Question
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Pro Access Tailgate Question
Those that have the pro access tailgate (more so with the 6.5 bed) any issues with them?
Also > > > with the tailgate 'down' will it take the same weight as a standard tailgate?
As in... if I got a few pieces of 8' sheetrock or 8' plywood etc and the weight on the lowered tailgate.
OR > > > with the tailgate up, and I have a few sheets of 8' plywood, sheetrock or even some 8' 2x4's up on the edge of the tailgate.
No more 8' bed trucks for me but, I do have interest in the 6.5 bed with the Pro Access Tailgate... but I don't want the Pro-Gate it 'if' it's kinda flimsy and weak... and more of a grocery-getter.
Thanks for your feedback!
Also > > > with the tailgate 'down' will it take the same weight as a standard tailgate?
As in... if I got a few pieces of 8' sheetrock or 8' plywood etc and the weight on the lowered tailgate.
OR > > > with the tailgate up, and I have a few sheets of 8' plywood, sheetrock or even some 8' 2x4's up on the edge of the tailgate.
No more 8' bed trucks for me but, I do have interest in the 6.5 bed with the Pro Access Tailgate... but I don't want the Pro-Gate it 'if' it's kinda flimsy and weak... and more of a grocery-getter.
Thanks for your feedback!
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I have the 5.5’ bed. Recently hauled some stuff to the dump. Included long scraps of wood, a bed frame, and box spring - all of which sat on the closed tailgate and was tied down with a ratchet strap. It felt pretty secure, had no issues.
I’d feel confident in hauling 4x8 sheet goods as you have described. A few at a time with the tailgate up would not be a problem. If I had more, haul them with the tailgate down.
The owner’s manual states the load on the multi-access tailgate’s swing gate is 180lbs.
The multi-access tailgate is a combination of tailgate and swing gate. You can open the swing gate without opening the tailgate to access the pickup bed.
Note: Fully close the power tailgate to operate the swing gate.
Note: Fully close the swing gate to operate the tailgate.
Note: A tone sounds if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The tailgate cannot be opened if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The maximum load on the swing gate is 180 lb.
Note: From the closed position, only open the swing gate halfway to avoid hitting the trailer jacks
I’d feel confident in hauling 4x8 sheet goods as you have described. A few at a time with the tailgate up would not be a problem. If I had more, haul them with the tailgate down.
The owner’s manual states the load on the multi-access tailgate’s swing gate is 180lbs.
The multi-access tailgate is a combination of tailgate and swing gate. You can open the swing gate without opening the tailgate to access the pickup bed.
Note: Fully close the power tailgate to operate the swing gate.
Note: Fully close the swing gate to operate the tailgate.
Note: A tone sounds if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The tailgate cannot be opened if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The maximum load on the swing gate is 180 lb.
Note: From the closed position, only open the swing gate halfway to avoid hitting the trailer jacks
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I have the 5.5’ bed. Recently hauled some stuff to the dump. Included long scraps of wood, a bed frame, and box spring - all of which sat on the closed tailgate and was tied down with a ratchet strap. It felt pretty secure, had no issues.
I’d feel confident in hauling 4x8 sheet goods as you have described. A few at a time with the tailgate up would not be a problem. If I had more, haul them with the tailgate down.
The owner’s manual states the load on the multi-access tailgate’s swing gate is 180lbs.
The multi-access tailgate is a combination of tailgate and swing gate. You can open the swing gate without opening the tailgate to access the pickup bed.
Note: Fully close the power tailgate to operate the swing gate.
Note: Fully close the swing gate to operate the tailgate.
Note: A tone sounds if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The tailgate cannot be opened if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The maximum load on the swing gate is 180 lb.
Note: From the closed position, only open the swing gate halfway to avoid hitting the trailer jacks
I’d feel confident in hauling 4x8 sheet goods as you have described. A few at a time with the tailgate up would not be a problem. If I had more, haul them with the tailgate down.
The owner’s manual states the load on the multi-access tailgate’s swing gate is 180lbs.
The multi-access tailgate is a combination of tailgate and swing gate. You can open the swing gate without opening the tailgate to access the pickup bed.
Note: Fully close the power tailgate to operate the swing gate.
Note: Fully close the swing gate to operate the tailgate.
Note: A tone sounds if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The tailgate cannot be opened if the swing gate is not fully closed.
Note: The maximum load on the swing gate is 180 lb.
Note: From the closed position, only open the swing gate halfway to avoid hitting the trailer jacks
A little confused > > > would that mean with the tailgate down the 'swing-gate area can only support 180lbs as in a 200lbs person can't sit on that area of the swing-gate?
-or- with the tailgate fully up and closed that top area of the tailgate can only support 180lbs > > > know what I mean?
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I know what you mean. And no, I would not put anything more than 180 pounds on the swing gate portion of the tailgate when the tailgate is down. When you see how the various pieces flex when the tailgate closes, you’ll see why I wouldn’t have that much confidence in putting that type of weight on the tailgate.
Tailgate up is a different story. I would think it would support more because it does not push outwards on the swing gate in the same way. The latches on the side of the tailgate a more robust. A load that is distributed across the width of the tailgate should be able to exceed the safe working limit of the swing gate alone.
In either case, a portion of the load will be supported by the bed and a portion by the tailgate. With the tailgate down: If you load 8’ drywall into the 6.5’ bed, 19% of the weight sits on the tailgate. Quick math indicates one could carry a total load of 900lbs of 8’ material and still be under the weight limit of the swing gate (what one could assume is the rating for the tailgate).
Tailgate up is a different story. I would think it would support more because it does not push outwards on the swing gate in the same way. The latches on the side of the tailgate a more robust. A load that is distributed across the width of the tailgate should be able to exceed the safe working limit of the swing gate alone.
In either case, a portion of the load will be supported by the bed and a portion by the tailgate. With the tailgate down: If you load 8’ drywall into the 6.5’ bed, 19% of the weight sits on the tailgate. Quick math indicates one could carry a total load of 900lbs of 8’ material and still be under the weight limit of the swing gate (what one could assume is the rating for the tailgate).
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I know what you mean. And no, I would not put anything more than 180 pounds on the swing gate portion of the tailgate when the tailgate is down. When you see how the various pieces flex when the tailgate closes, you’ll see why I wouldn’t have that much confidence in putting that type of weight on the tailgate.
Tailgate up is a different story. I would think it would support more because it does not push outwards on the swing gate in the same way. The latches on the side of the tailgate a more robust. A load that is distributed across the width of the tailgate should be able to exceed the safe working limit of the swing gate alone.
In either case, a portion of the load will be supported by the bed and a portion by the tailgate. With the tailgate down: If you load 8’ drywall into the 6.5’ bed, 19% of the weight sits on the tailgate. Quick math indicates one could carry a total load of 900lbs of 8’ material and still be under the weight limit of the swing gate (what one could assume is the rating for the tailgate).
Tailgate up is a different story. I would think it would support more because it does not push outwards on the swing gate in the same way. The latches on the side of the tailgate a more robust. A load that is distributed across the width of the tailgate should be able to exceed the safe working limit of the swing gate alone.
In either case, a portion of the load will be supported by the bed and a portion by the tailgate. With the tailgate down: If you load 8’ drywall into the 6.5’ bed, 19% of the weight sits on the tailgate. Quick math indicates one could carry a total load of 900lbs of 8’ material and still be under the weight limit of the swing gate (what one could assume is the rating for the tailgate).
Prior to your reply I was hunting on YouTube for "F150 pro access tailgate cons/weaknesses" ... didn't find much except people describing it's operation or the occasional rattling noise on washboard roads.
At any rate, my heavy construction/building years are behind me but, the occasional 4x8 sheet of plywood or 10' 2x6 deck boards may still be a thing.
Note to self > > > self, your 225lb butt can't sit on the lowered tailgate.
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I know what you mean. And no, I would not put anything more than 180 pounds on the swing gate portion of the tailgate when the tailgate is down. When you see how the various pieces flex when the tailgate closes, you’ll see why I wouldn’t have that much confidence in putting that type of weight on the tailgate.
Tailgate up is a different story. I would think it would support more because it does not push outwards on the swing gate in the same way. The latches on the side of the tailgate a more robust. A load that is distributed across the width of the tailgate should be able to exceed the safe working limit of the swing gate alone.
In either case, a portion of the load will be supported by the bed and a portion by the tailgate. With the tailgate down: If you load 8’ drywall into the 6.5’ bed, 19% of the weight sits on the tailgate. Quick math indicates one could carry a total load of 900lbs of 8’ material and still be under the weight limit of the swing gate (what one could assume is the rating for the tailgate).
Tailgate up is a different story. I would think it would support more because it does not push outwards on the swing gate in the same way. The latches on the side of the tailgate a more robust. A load that is distributed across the width of the tailgate should be able to exceed the safe working limit of the swing gate alone.
In either case, a portion of the load will be supported by the bed and a portion by the tailgate. With the tailgate down: If you load 8’ drywall into the 6.5’ bed, 19% of the weight sits on the tailgate. Quick math indicates one could carry a total load of 900lbs of 8’ material and still be under the weight limit of the swing gate (what one could assume is the rating for the tailgate).
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Ahhh, the “truck stuff” line. When you’re doing stuff with your truck, you’re doing truck stuff.
I would recommend checking out how this tailgate works in person. To be honest, I would not load something much above the weight limit posted. Using ramps can put a lot of the weight on the tailgate. And I wouldn’t drive with something heavy on the tailgate. Thats my opinion.
To be honest, I would prefer the standard tailgate with the integrated step. My girlfriend is not very tall. She prefers the door that allows her to reach in and get stuff out of the bed.
I would recommend checking out how this tailgate works in person. To be honest, I would not load something much above the weight limit posted. Using ramps can put a lot of the weight on the tailgate. And I wouldn’t drive with something heavy on the tailgate. Thats my opinion.
To be honest, I would prefer the standard tailgate with the integrated step. My girlfriend is not very tall. She prefers the door that allows her to reach in and get stuff out of the bed.
