PSA for all damper users

[Bludrok]

If you aren't a damper user, either join the club, or get out of here!


After installing my damper, I noticed the tailgate was no longer lined up when closed. I took it off and back on and off again, and still couldn't get it. Finally, I discovered it wasn't due to the damper at all. I simply had not used enough force to close the tailgate. So keep in mind, the damper is only for opening, and not closing.

The good news is the strength lost from the damper is regained by closing the tailgate with some umph!

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[FloggingBishop]

If you aren't a damper user, either join the club, or get out of here!


After installing my damper, I noticed the tailgate was no longer lined up when closed. I took it off and back on and off again, and still couldn't get it. Finally, I discovered it wasn't due to the damper at all. I simply had not used enough force to close the tailgate. So keep in mind, the damper is only for opening, and not closing.

The good news is the strength lost from the damper is regained by closing the tailgate with some umph!

but does your damper have sport mode!?

 

[Tom_C]

Check out the damper mod thread to be sure your cable doesn't get pinched.

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/damper-mods.9661/

 

[Bludrok]

but does your damper have sport mode!?

Nope, but it does mimic the sound of a blow off valve when the tailgate is lowered.

 

[RoadtripsOfUnusualSize]

Maybe a small winch in the back to help with tailgate closing? There's got to be a solution.

 

[FloggingBishop]

Maybe a small winch in the back to help with tailgate closing? There's got to be a solution.

I was actually going to figure out how to install the auto tailgate thing on an escape on to my Ranger. Probably isn’t too hard.

 

[Texasota]

Dang, these damper things are high maintenance!

 

[Bludrok]

I was actually going to figure out how to install the auto tailgate thing on an escape on to my Ranger. Probably isn’t too hard.

Make sure the motor is rated for at least 3 ounces. These things are heavy!

 

[Dr. Zaius]

I want to put a slide whistle on mine so that everyone knows when it is in action.

 

[P. A. Schilke]

If you aren't a damper user, either join the club, or get out of here!


After installing my damper, I noticed the tailgate was no longer lined up when closed. I took it off and back on and off again, and still couldn't get it. Finally, I discovered it wasn't due to the damper at all. I simply had not used enough force to close the tailgate. So keep in mind, the damper is only for opening, and not closing.

The good news is the strength lost from the damper is regained by closing the tailgate with some umph!

Hi Folks,

I am trying to see if I can make my damper sound like a lengthy fart..aka woopie damper.... So far no success.

best,
Phil Schilke
Ranger Vehicle Engineering
Ford Motor Co. Retired

 

[FoD]

but does your damper have sport mode!?

Mine does...

 

[FoD]

but does your damper have sport mode!?

BTW: You appear to have a cable problem though...hope the damper isn't your TG limiter also

 

[AzScorpion]

If you aren't a damper user, either join the club, or get out of here!


After installing my damper, I noticed the tailgate was no longer lined up when closed. I took it off and back on and off again, and still couldn't get it. Finally, I discovered it wasn't due to the damper at all. I simply had not used enough force to close the tailgate. So keep in mind, the damper is only for opening, and not closing.




The good news is the strength lost from the damper is regained by closing the tailgate with some umph!

That's what I thought too but as you can see future is inevitable!

 

[AzScorpion]

Dang, these damper things are high maintenance!

See Al more and more are realizing the importance of the best mod out there. And you thought all these noobs were joining your resistance.

It's only a matter of time now Al until you wake up one morning and realize it ......

 

[TremorOwner]

I just installed a damper. And then I went to the spa and my 22 year old sugar baby and I got pampered. After that we went to my place and her and I ran to the bedroom in a scamper. 30 seconds later, she was on all fours while I rampured. And after she climaxed (twice, of course), she was nice enough to put my clothes in the hamper. And after that we cuddled like a couple of campers.

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