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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by lutter5-0
They're easy targets because they are easy to remove, and are pretty valuable to replace, esp with a camera built in.
And in some cases like my truck, a built in bed step. Mine stays locked, I also have a lock on the disconnect hinge so it's going to take a lot of effort if they want mine.
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by antony1103
That is a good point. When I bought mine, the dealer warned me that the tailgates were easy targets (being aluminum and all). I usually keep mine locked to help slow anyone down who wants to steal it.

Still, its an easy fix if those are the only problems.
The hood is the only body part on that truck that's aluminum.
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Rnlcomp
The hood is the only body part on that truck that's aluminum.
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hmm that's odd. Dealer definately told me it was aluminum. And my bumper magnet doesn't stick to the tailgate...
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 05:33 PM
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Originally Posted by antony1103
hmm that's odd. Dealer definately told me it was aluminum. And my bumper magnet doesn't stick to the tailgate...
Must be a weak magnet or an aftermarket tailgate. Magnets have no issue sticking to my tailgate and I'm the only owner of my truck, bought her new.


P.S. You did state a 2014, the 2015's ^ are aluminum.

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Yesterday went and looked at a nice 2014 f150 screw xlt
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 05:37 PM
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Yeah bought mine new so it's original. Feels so light I just believed them. Guess I need a new magnet
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 06:57 PM
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Looks nice and if rockers, cab corners and fenders look good that's a plus. Tailgate wouldn't be a big deal to me , $26k is a little high but not terrible. I would get them to fix backup camera. I bought almost same exact truck but a 13 and I love it
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by WIF-150
Looks nice and if rockers, cab corners and fenders look good that's a plus. Tailgate wouldn't be a big deal to me , $26k is a little high but not terrible. I would get them to fix backup camera. I bought almost same exact truck but a 13 and I love it
Well sadly for me they wouldn't budge and accept my offer and I can't afford a 450$ payment right now. Sad to see it go as it had everything I wanted just not the right time
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 08:41 PM
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I hear ya, but always smart to stay with what you can afford. Maybe you'll get a call next week and they'll drop the price
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by WIF-150
I hear ya, but always smart to stay with what you can afford. Maybe you'll get a call next week and they'll drop the price
I thought about that. He knows where I stand so just maybe.
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Old Aug 16, 2017 | 01:04 PM
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