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Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist

Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist
$ 29.18

Score By Feature

Based on 2,405 ratings
Easy to install
9.28
Instruction quality
9.08
Value for money
9.08
Sheerness
8.08

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Product Description

Ensures the rate of tailgate drop on trucks is controlled safely
Each model is customized for a particular make and model
Designed to withstand heavy use and is of the highest quality
Worked in conjunction with factory cables
A vehicle is only permitted to use one Tailgate Assist. The classic 2007 chevy/gmc model is a 1999 model

Questions & Answers

When I try to order this item on Amazon it tells me that it cannot be delivered to my house?

You're a citizen of Chaz, aren't you?

How do I know if this is compatible with a 04 Cadillac Escalade ?

You can search for the DZ tailgate shock by typing in the year, make, and model, and it will show you the model number or part number. Once you enter that, you can go to Amazon and use that part number to determine if it will fit it properly. My research has led me to a few trucks that aren't manufactured

I am not sure whether it will fit my vehicle although Amazon says it won't but I was wondering if anyone else knew for sure. How do I get the best gas mileage for my 2012 GMC 2500HD?

Please forgive me for not knowing what year your truck is. Nevertheless, I can tell you that it didn't work with my 2006 GMC 2500 despite their claims. The mounting bolt for the pneumatic tube did not clear the opening of the side panel, but it might have if I had not cared about scraping paint off. Yet I believe that they are telling the truth in this case.

I am not sure whether it will fit my vehicle although Amazon says it won't but I was wondering if anyone else knew for sure. How do I get the best gas mileage for my 2012 GMC 2500HD?

GMC and Chevy trucks older than a decade old are not eligible. On Dee Zee's website, you can find out which one is compatible with the newer models.

Selected User Reviews For Dee Zee DZ43100 Truck Tailgate Assist

I did not experience any problems with the product, but be careful in installing it
4/5

Take a look at what I have to say. It is true that the product works as advertised, however, I am concerned with the directions. Reading other product reviews helped me decide which product to purchase. Someone said the truck was scratched up by it. As I installed the device according to the instructions, I took care to gently close the tailgate and look at it as it closed. The big round flat washer makes that top bolt stick out too far on my model due to the big round flat washer. Chevrolet Silverado 2006. The large flat washer was simply removed and the bolt reinstalled, and the bolt cleared enough for me to close the tailgate without rubbing/scratching Those were just words of experience I wanted to share with That's all I have for now.

Nolan Bartlett
Nolan Bartlett
| Feb 23, 2021
I was able to complete the steps quickly & easily
5/5

According to the reviews of others on this product, I also had the same experience. There were other washers that would fit the top post apart from the large, thick washer provided for it. I had some washers left over from another project (as pictured) that fit the top post so I used those. My nylon nuts were not overtightened due to clear space issues. Additionally, the instructions I received specifically indicated not to over tighten the nylon nuts on the last step. No, I did not overtighten the screws. As I opened and closed the tailgate on my 2005 Silverado 1500 WT several times, I noticed a problem. I did not run into clearance issues, the tailgate opened slowly using the piston to propel it. I could see that the piston was able to move slightly as needed, verifying that I did not overtighten the nylon nuts. As a result of the feedback for this product and the fact that I have used other Dee Zee products without issue on my trucks, I decided to rate this product In my opinion, an 8 out of 10 is a 5 out of 10.

Estella Berg
Estella Berg
| Jan 28, 2021
Served as an employee for two companies
3/5

Then the hair is sheared in half after five months. On September 29th, the part was bought, and it was installed on a 2003 Chevy 1500HD LT when it arrived. Everything worked fine up until December 12th. Fit was good, and it performed as expected. This broke the lower arm, which is now broken due to the way the tailgate is closed. Devices such as this one aren't very resilient to cold temperatures. There has been a temperature increase of about 15 degrees, while I have noticed that it is The Dee Zee company can send me a new one to try out if it wants. Despite this, I will not be purchasing a replacement. It seems that my tailgate was opened and closed a total of 20 times or less during this period, not used very much,.

Corbin Carter
Corbin Carter
| Sep 25, 2020
I was unable to get it to work Please see https//www
3/5

nbsp The reason I am giving this product 1 star is because it does not work with the make and model stated on the label (2007 GMC Sierra 2500hd Classic). Having used this product for years, I know that it works well with other brands and models. Seeing the video, I was looking forward to mine. The bolts on the tailgate are too long and scratch the interior - There is also no point in tightening the top nut all the way because then the parts won't work While they are loose enough to let he parts move freely, they are too loose to be acceptable. I could be just having a bad day. We wish the rest of the world a better outcome.

Orlando Neal
Orlando Neal
| Feb 17, 2021
I would not recommend it for 1999-2001 This classic GMC or Chevy truck is from the year 2007
3/5

For my 2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD Classic, I purchased this. On my truck, there were all kinds of clearance issues. Both top and bottom of the shock had clearance issues. Both studs and both nuts had to be ground down at least 1/6". On top of that, the washer mounted to the bed of the truck had to be thinner. An installation that was supposed to take ten minutes ended up taking an hour and ten minutes. In spite all the work, I was very disappointed when I saw the difference between before and after. It does not slow down the lift gate It may work on other trucks, but I wouldn't recommend it for trucks manufactured in 1999 or after This classic GMC or Chevy truck is from the year 2007.

Jenna Hendricks
Jenna Hendricks
| Apr 02, 2021
It is a well made product, which performs as expected
5/5

For those who have experienced the annoying noise of a dropping tailgate, this is the product too slows the opening of the tailgate as it drops and eases the burden Do you have to install it yourself? I got the job done mostly by my eight year old. In the event, he didn't ask before taking a look at the instructions he just grabbed some tools (thanks to the easy instructions that detailed the required tools) and got Because of the original being broken, I believe he stole a lot of information I would also like to add that this was not intentionally done After he decided it needed to be fixed, he fixed At the same time he was removing the old windshield washer reservoir from the other end, I was struggling with the windshield washer reservoir. In order to explain what I mean when I say the old one was broken, I have to say that he broke it. In response to my question, he claimed that he didn't do it and that it was broken. That same day, he walked to the edge of the tailgate and dropped his backside on it like it was a trampoline. Being that he is often mistaken for a kid three or four years old, it was just hard for me to deal with. I believe the tailgate assist is a good purchase and it comes with a three Put it on yourself or have your kid do it!.

Mavis Noble
Mavis Noble
| Aug 14, 2020
An Avalanche 2002 is in the works
5/5

Tailgate assist device for truck Dee Zee DZ43100. The body cladding on my 2002 Chevy Avalance Z66 is missing. There are reviews that say this will work, and there are reviews that say this won't. Due to an incomplete listing in the application guide for this product, I had to try it out for myself, since it does not appear to be compatible with the car in question. I found the software to be easy to set up and very effective. Excellent instructions (with color photos to guide you step by step). Installing the bracket was the most challenging part of the process on my vehicle because of the bolt by the tailgate pivot. I don't think the bolt can come all the way out because I have body cladding on my vehicle. problem was resolved following the removal of a phillips screw in the body cladding and pulling the metal back far enough to allow the bolt to come out of its socket. There were two clippings that fell out of their holes when clipping the cladding side back together however, they snapped right back in after the cladding had been back in place. It took about ten minutes to complete this process, even though it sounded complicated, and most of that time was spent trying to figure out how to do it. Two minutes is about the length of time it would take if I did another. There is also a suggestion to use two of these (one for each side) on the Avalanche because the tailgate is so Currently, the one that we installed seems to keep it from slamming down when it reaches the end of travel. With it installed, the heavy tailgate of my Avalanche opens and closes solidly when opened, and does not require any cushioning by my arm. Adding this feature to my Avalanche has been a great experience for me. I give this product five stars because of its instructions, ease of installation, and good quality.

Damon Little
Damon Little
| Nov 12, 2020

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