Got a surprise from my dealer today free tailgate lock bolt kit

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Hit the unlock button on your door when you get out. But, you should not be polluting the air at the dump. LOL :crackup:
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+1 on "Can the tailgate be stolen if the truck is locked?"

I'm not really worried ... that's why I pay for insurance. Peace of Mind. ?
 

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I was recently at the dealership and saw all the new Rangers now had one installed... as a $110 add on.
 

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I was recently at the dealership and saw all the new Rangers now had one installed... as a $110 add on.
At least that worthless dealer add on can be removed easily.
 

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I was recently at the dealership and saw all the new Rangers now had one installed... as a $110 add on.
What????? That is absurd...$110 add on! That sucks big time! :angry:

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At least that worthless dealer add on can be removed easily.
It isn't exactly worthless...
Without it, the tailgate tends to jump the hinge if something in the box load floor interferes when closing. also it is a bit of a theft deterrent, at least as good as a bicycle lock.
 

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What????? That is absurd...$110 add on! That sucks big time! :angry:

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Wanna see something even better? Here's what the Stealership tried charging for their "Performance Package". o_O Needless to say I didn't pay close to that. lol


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Wanna see something even better? Here's what the Stealership tried charging for their "Performance Package". o_O Needless to say I didn't pay close to that. lol


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Hi Dave,

Pbllllllt! Dealer go suck eggs.

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Hi Dave,

Pbllllllt! Dealer go suck eggs.

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Phil Schilke
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Pretty much what I told them Phil. I said it was worth $500 max and I was being generous. Actually I told them to take the nitrogen out and refill it with air. ?
 

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Wanna see something even better? Here's what the Stealership tried charging for their "Performance Package". o_O Needless to say I didn't pay close to that. lol


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How can a Factory Bed Liner be a Dealer Installed Option ?

Double charging ?
 

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How can a Factory Bed Liner be a Dealer Installed Option ?

Double charging ?
I think they meant it was a OEM Ford liner not an aftermarket one. There was never a factory charge on the window sticker. Still $3K for these items? I'm sure some will walk in and just say it though. :headbang:
 

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It isn't exactly worthless...
Without it, the tailgate tends to jump the hinge if something in the box load floor interferes when closing. also it is a bit of a theft deterrent, at least as good as a bicycle lock.
Worth is something determined by the individual.

I can see where the tailgate closes, I don't live in a shithole where I worry about tailgate theft, and I can lock my doors.

Worthless, indeed.
 

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Worth is something determined by the individual.

I can see where the tailgate closes, I don't live in a shithole where I worry about tailgate theft, and I can lock my doors.

Worthless, indeed.
Of course "Worth is something determined by the individual"
I don't have the tailgate retainer but I might consider spending $20 on one.
On the other hand... I have a well equipped STX SuperCab, eschewing the Lariat 4X4 with about $20,000 in "worthless" extras!
 

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Of course "Worth is something determined by the individual"
I don't have the tailgate retainer but I might consider spending $20 on one.
On the other hand... I have a well equipped STX SuperCab, eschewing the Lariat 4X4 with about $20,000 in "worthless" extras!
Exactly. Different strokes and and all.
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