Need Advice: Tailgate Worth It?

[amcordo]

Hi!

Taking the top off the Series 3 this summer once I'm done with the first wave of galvanizing. Just got the opportunity to purchase a tailgate used for $200. Is it worth it?

[KevinNY]

Tailgates make for a very nice place to sit, or alternatively, a nice table for lunch.

[kevin-ct]

Tailgates make for a very nice place to sit, or alternatively, a nice table for lunch.

Kevin, What no salsa dip? :D

[galen216]

I bought mine used for $100 and RN was selling new take off's for $100 last year. $200 seems awful high unless it is perfect.

I wouldn't worry about one unless you carry a ton of crap you are worried about falling out or a dog. Of course those girls from work might appreciate something to hold onto.

[luckyjoe]

$200 is pretty steep for a tailgate. However, you'll need more than just the tailgate itself:
- (2) hinges
- (2) latch eyes
- (2) limit chains
- (2) brackets (for limit chains)
- (2) chain pigtails
- (2) antiluce catch pins
- all bolts/hardware

Find out if any of this stuff is included in the price.

Regards,

[Les Parker]

If it has all the hardware (chains and fastenings) and the frame is not cracked, sounds like a good deal.

:thumb-up:

[galen216]

Also, if it's a military tailgate with all the pioneer attachments still in place that stuff is worth good money.

Mine had about half of the pioneer parts and I got the shovel and axe too. But I paid extra for them.

[Tim Smith]

I find that the tailgate makes it a bit tough to access stuff that is way deep in the back.

The grass is always greener on the other side, right? ;)