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๐Ÿšš Tailgate Assist for 15-21 F150 Pickup, Lift Assist Shock for Ford F-150 XL XLT Platinum Raptor King Ranch (2015-2021) Review

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Description of ๐Ÿšš Tailgate Assist for 15-21 F150 Pickup, Lift Assist Shock for Ford F-150 XL XLT Platinum Raptor King Ranch (2015-2021)

EASY ON YOUR HANDS: Even hands-free, Orion Motor Tech's heavy-duty tailgate assist safely and smoothly controls the drop rate of your pickup's tailgate, making it safer and easier to use; it also acts as a tailgate lift and makes your tailgate easier to close for the whole family. BUILT TO LAST: This tailgate assist is constructed of structural-grade 45# steel electroplated for outstanding strength, durability, and corrosion resistance; the riveted mount plate outlasts its welded competition to ensure years of satisfied use. WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Our tailgate assist is specially designed for compatibility with all Ford F-150 XL, XLT, Platinum, Raptor, King Ranch, and Limited models from 2015 to 2021. FAST & EASY TO INSTALL: With the clear instructions, this tailgate assist will be out of our box and working on your truck within minutes; a few wrenches (M5 and 10 mm) are needed but no drilling or taillight removal is required and an optional ball mount plate comes included for worry-free installation. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED: This helpful truck accessory comes with OMT's usual strong warranty and friendly 24/7 customer service to provide a worry-free purchase, easy installation, and long service life!.

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Works best with truck bodies and tailgates

Installed on a 2016 F150, instructions on location of bracket not clear. Tried both ways. Exactly as pictured in the instructions, it's pictured both ways in the small booklet that comes with it. The one-way gate descends quickly, then slows, reverses the yoke and descends slowly as it should. Also, there is no instruction to remove the piston after installation.

Pros
  • Quality construction
Cons
  • I vaguely remember

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Doesn't hold well in cargo boxes and tailgates

Would have liked to discuss this directly with seller but can't find where to get it. This product worked as described for a few months and just fell apart. I don't see how this could be user error, neglect or overuse of an element when set correctly with its placement and purpose. Just want other buyers to know this won't last long.

Pros
  • Durable test results
Cons
  • Wrinkled packaging

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Works well but previous version was better

I had the previous version but had to return it when the weld on the mount broke after a few weeks of use. This version was a little more expensive, but the top mount is different and kept pushing the cable out. It is very good at preventing the tailgate from falling and helping to close the tailgate. Driving me crazy, the cable seems to be working too.

Pros
  • Great for outdoor activities
Cons
  • Speed

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Not suitable for 2016 F150 XLT.

Contrary to the description, this product does not fit in my truck; 2016 F150 XLT. The brackets are not flush with the sides of the liftgate and the shock absorber is too long (fully compressed) to close the liftgate. In other words, the damper is fully retracted before the tailgate is closed. Sent it back annoyed that the description is wrong and misleading buyers. Beware.

Pros
  • Excellent design
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