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Old 12-20-2004, 11:59 PM
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Re: Sticking Tailgate

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Originally Posted by skipr
Check the striker plates (on each side) I have seen them bend in too much and it hangs up the latch mechanism. Very easy to fix, get some channellocks and bend it back.
It's not actually sticking shut It's not closing. The mechanism that closes around the post is stuck. I sprayed them with penetrating oil, then put on some lithium grease. Still seems to be not closing. Wondering if I need to change the cables?

Just a little post script. This truck which I just bought is already nickel and dimeing me to death. Only had it 3 months, already have had to replace the 4x4 switch, rear window, passenger side mirror, now maybe cables in the tailgate. What a pain in the ass! Chevy needs to put better quality stuff on thier trucks. Not sure I'll ever buy another one!
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