Tailgate Damper

[RedlandRanger]

After seeing this detailed install, I went out to look thru my parts bin and found a couple of old struts and mounting brackets from when I put a strut on the trunk lid of my Capri - I had to experiment a bit with that to get the right strut and mounting. Anyway, I thought that my strut was just about perfect, and I had two brackets I could modify that I thought might work. I got close, but the upper bracket is too close to the tailgate cable. I'm going to see if I can find a longer bracket (or make one). I didn't want to drill into my new truck, so what I did thus far fits in the factory holes.

If I get it working I'll post the parts I used. At this point it has cost me nothing since these parts were just laying around. But I think parts wise it could probably be done for $20 or so.

More to come.

I've given up on my homemade setup. I modified the bracket tonight, but it still doesn't fit quite right. I don't want to drill into my truck, so I've given up.

If anyone wishes to experiment more, I was using a gas strut from mcmaster-carr:

https://www.mcmaster.com/gas-springs

And a couple of their mounting brackets - I modified both -one to fit behind the bolt where the tailgate cable attaches and another one where the tailgate hinge attaches:

https://www.mcmaster.com/standard-gas-spring-mounting-brackets

I was using this gas strut - it is very close to what is needed:

https://www.mcmaster.com/4138T54

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[Crismac]

Well mine stills says July 15. I'll believe it when I see it.

 

[tgRanger]

Well mine stills says July 15. I'll believe it when I see it.

Unfortunately. Like the rest of us, you wont see it. Ive talked to deezee, there is no ETA. Get your money back asap and use it on another mod.

 

[James Nelson]

Has anybody with their Ranger figured out which tailgate damper will work?

I ordered mine on April 11th I was told it would ship in May, then June the last notice was 5 July. I spoke to Carid yesterday only to be told that they have no idea when the Dee Zee tail gate assist will be available and we agreed to cancel my order and get a full refund.

 

[TheMarkP]

Ordered mine and it’s a fit for 25 bucks go gettem while they are available

 

[RedlandRanger]

Ordered mine and it’s a fit for 25 bucks go gettem while they are available

Have you installed it yet? Wondering how well it works and fits.

 

[Shavlik]

Ordered mine and it’s a fit for 25 bucks go gettem while they are available

Make sure you let us know how long it took to get, the install experience and of course if it worked.

 

[User79]

I hope it works but it looks like it's for the rotw Rangers.....that pic says for 2012 & up, the rest of the pics show the rotw tailgate.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Tailgate-A...TMAAOSwigpdOfhm:sc:USPSFirstClass!77901!US!-1

 

[AzScorpion]

I hope it works but it looks like it's for the rotw Rangers.....that pic says for 2012 & up, the rest of the pics show the rotw tailgate.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Tailgate-Assist-Shock-Struts-For-2019-2020-Ranger-Lift-Support/333276819609?fits=Year:2019|Model:Ranger|Make:Ford&hash=item4d98d8b099:g:WTMAAOSwigpdOfhm:sc:USPSFirstClass!77901!US!-1

The companies right in CA and I'm going to call them tomorrow morning to confirm it's for the NA Ranger. If you put in your trucks info it does say "
This part is compatible with 1 vehicle(s) matching 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door 2.3L 2300CC 140Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged." They do have a 60 day money back guarantee with shipping payed back by the seller so it's a win/win either way.

 

[Sandman Ranger]

With how light the tailgate is, we run the risk of it not opening on it's own with those assisted close dampers

Damper selected based on load.
Should work.

 

[tgRanger]

I took a shot and picked one up. 12 sold in 2 days, great feedbacks and return policy, for the price I figured why not. I also contacted them and asked if they were for NA Rangers, and this was their response.

New message from: dt-autotech

(158,585

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Thank you for contacting us

yes these ones are built for American cars
Sincerely,

Customer Services
DT Trading Inc.
7141 Paramount Blvd, Pico Rivera 90660
Phone: 562-821-5057

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[TKDMasterV]

I just ordered one of the GT Pro's as well. Ill let y'all know how I like it.

 

[Northlight]

Just ordered one now.

Delivery guaranteed for the Friday!

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[lawrence]

I took a shot and picked one up. 12 sold in 2 days, great feedbacks and return policy, for the price I figured why not. I also contacted them and asked if they were for NA Rangers, and this was their response.

New message from: dt-autotech

(158,585

)
Thank you for contacting us

yes these ones are built for American cars
Sincerely,

Customer Services
DT Trading Inc.
7141 Paramount Blvd, Pico Rivera 90660
Phone: 562-821-5057

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I ordered one, I will let ya'll know how it works out.

 

[TheMarkP]

Mine comes in tomorrow (Tuesday) they’re 20 min from me and the dude said it went on a local guys 2019 ranger so...It’ll work just fine.

I wasn’t down with paying 160 dollars for one and I also wasn’t down with waiting 6 more months so here we are. Lol

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