08 Tailgate removal

[teameyecatcher]

I was thinking of upgrading to the 08 tailgate for my rig, but was wondering if it removes in the same way as the older models. Will I have to get new hardware for attaching it other than those two tethers? Thanks in advance!

[DKR]

I believe it is the same hardware. Where's Nate when you need him?

He is also considering a swap to a 08 gate.

[BamaSixGun]

THIS thread will show you everything you need to do for a Non-step tailgate conversion.

hope it helps ya out.

[BamaSixGun]

Originally Posted by Delaware King Ranch

I believe it is the same hardware. Where's Nate when you need him?

He is also considering a swap to a 08 gate.

nope, you will have to change some hardware on the rollers(hinges)

[DKR]

My bad.. Thanx for straighing me out Bama, I really thought it was th same. Oops

[BamaSixGun]

Originally Posted by Delaware King Ranch

My bad.. Thanx for straighing me out Bama, I really thought it was th same. Oops

no prob buddy. the local ford parts man and me did alot of homework to make sure we had it right when i did the swap on my truck.

it was actually fun and had a good time doin the work. i like being able to do something and pass the info on to others. makes it alot easier that way.

[Cj Ford]

Stephen you have the tailgate with the superduty stamped in it??? cause I would love to have one of those!!! my gate is toast..its so bent its not even funny...well it is kinda...

[teameyecatcher]

Thanks for all the quick help fellas. So basically it all works the same (IE removing the tethers and pulling it out at a 45 deg angle), but I do have to get the new hinges. 'Preciate it!

[BamaSixGun]

Originally Posted by teameyecatcher

Thanks for all the quick help fellas. So basically it all works the same (IE removing the tethers and pulling it out at a 45 deg angle), but I do have to get the new hinges. 'Preciate it!

hey team, the hinges are really cheap, under 10.00 bucks i think. the reason you have to change hinges is that the newer tailgates have torsion bar that runs the lenght of the tailgate. it helps to aid in easier lifting of the tailgate.

[Cj Ford]

so if i got a complete gate all i would need is the hinge and the bushing for the driver side only right???