Inside tailgate panel

[Firefighter681]

Are there any good options to replace the inside of the tailgate that aren't ridiculous price? I'm aware of the Mountain Hatch panel but I can't afford $260 for a novelty.

I'd be ok if the option only replaced the access panel for the tailgate Handle. I've just had a times where it would be really nice to have a flat surface to work on.

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[Dr3wDrop]

This is the opposite direction from price perspective. But something else that is out there.

https://billiebars.com/products/billiebars-ranger-tailgate-cover-2019-2022

 

[Dr3wDrop]

Another similar product

https://aloffroadusa.com/products/ford-ranger-trailgate-panel

 

[Dr3wDrop]

Our tailgate damper friends have their own too.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/dzz-dz284126

 

[Firefighter681]

Our tailgate damper friends have their own too.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/dzz-dz284126

Thanks for the links! I knew there had to be more options but hoped they'd be cheaper.

I'm surprised that the Dee-Zee polymer panelis still $200!

 

[Dr3wDrop]

If you are looking at a storage option.
https://hfabusa.com/products/ford-ranger-tailgate-storage

 

[2021Ranger]

I have weathertech cover. Fit is very nice and it works for me..

 

[Firefighter681]

I have weathertech cover. Fit is very nice and it works for me..

That's a decent option. Not a perfectly flat work surface, but has the added benefit of protecting the tailgate... and doesn't cost a ridiculous amount.

 

[RedDakooter05]

What exactly do you intend to do on it?
ABS plastic sheets will be a great option if you don't plan on slamming cinder blocks across it.

Easy to cut, and can be attached via adhesives(glue/3M tape) or screwed on if you're good at measuring...

https://www.acplasticsinc.com/categories/abs-plastic-sheet

Amazon has cheaper options, but most I've seen are 10x10 or 20x20".
https://www.amazon.com/abs-plastic-sheet/s?k=abs+plastic+sheet

 

[Firefighter681]

What exactly do you intend to do on it?
ABS plastic sheets will be a great option if you don't plan on slamming cinder blocks across it.

Easy to cut, and can be attached via adhesives(glue/3M tape) or screwed on if you're good at measuring...

https://www.acplasticsinc.com/categories/abs-plastic-sheet

Amazon has cheaper options, but most I've seen are 10x10 or 20x20".
https://www.amazon.com/abs-plastic-sheet/s?k=abs+plastic+sheet

That's not a bad thought!

 

[Danager]

HDPE sheets are available. Here is a quick example from Home Depot.

 

[Frenchy]

Honestly it will depend on how much you are willing to spend. I myself went with the Hurricane Fabrication tailgate storage. Reason for.me was the lack of storage under the rear seat(still can't figure out why Ford did that). In general it was nice but also made the tailgate a bit heavier. If you simply plan to leave the tailgate as it is even with a different plate o wouldn't even bother.

 

[OFC Ranger]

This is the opposite direction from price perspective. But something else that is out there.

https://billiebars.com/products/billiebars-ranger-tailgate-cover-2019-2022

JC what a rip off...

That ranks up there with GG's rear seat delete kit. $2,000 for some marine grade plywood with truck bed coating and by all accounts from users who bought it, shitty fitment of panels.

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

What exactly do you intend to do on it?
ABS plastic sheets will be a great option if you don't plan on slamming cinder blocks across it.

Easy to cut, and can be attached via adhesives(glue/3M tape) or screwed on if you're good at measuring...

https://www.acplasticsinc.com/categories/abs-plastic-sheet

Amazon has cheaper options, but most I've seen are 10x10 or 20x20".
https://www.amazon.com/abs-plastic-sheet/s?k=abs+plastic+sheet

This is a great way to go.

If you’re handy, have the proper tools, some skills, a good work space, and a ton of patience, you could fabricate something really nice.

 

[Dr. Zaius]

If you are looking at a storage option.
https://hfabusa.com/products/ford-ranger-tailgate-storage

After looking at a new Colorado, the tailgate storage is really slick.

I may have to consider this if I end up keeping my Ranger.

Lately I've been considering returning it to stock and trading it for something for the wife.

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