Looking for Feedback on WagonGear's Tailgate Lid

[atomicshawn]

It is a great product, but if you are asking this question because you have a tight budget, you can make the same cuts and build your own much cheaper. Granted it will be rougher, but it depends on your personality.

...yeah thought about. I have family that work sheet metal for a living and I'm sure they would help. But it looks like Rowlands got this figured out, all the bugs worked out you know. And as far as my personality? Anal... very anal which is another reason for going with Rowland's product. Seems very clean and well constructed

 

[Mikesta]

Then support him and his creativity. There is nothing that tops it that I've seen. I'm broke so when I do it, I will use the carpet tabs and cut under them and slap the carpet back in. When I get some money, I'll stop by his shop.

 

[atomicshawn]

...I will use the carpet tabs and cut under them and slap the carpet back in...

Cool. I wondered if that was possible. Do you know if others have put the carpet back on? I'd like to see a photo.

 

[Mikesta]

I've seen a few so it. All you need to do is pull the carpet and cut a shallower opening. No picks here, the guys that did it were back woods guys that I respect. But again, there is nothing that tops this product that Wagongear makes.

 

[atomicshawn]

Ok I get what your saying I think... So youre just going to cut the hole and put the carpet back until you get around to buying WagonGear's lid? I thought you were saying you would cover the new lid with the original carpet.

Are the carpet tabs strong enough to hold all the goods in place?

 

[atomicshawn]

... I guess it would probably stay in place if the hole wasnt that big, the sheet metal holding most of it. Took a minute but I'm catching the vision. But wait, wouldnt it cave in if you sat something on it or whatever. Maybe I dont get it.

 

[MINO]

My recovery needs are pretty minimal, so I keep a small shovel, axe, tie straps, flashlight, belts, rags, Hi-Lift wheel-lift (barely fits) and shotgun. Got the keyed cam latch for security.

 

[TemboTusk]

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I love my WagonGear tailgate. They are very well made and they are worth the money. I've had mine now for over four years in my daily driver and it is no worse for wear.

I store light things that easily get lost in the truck. For example: Tire repair kit, fuse kit, gloves, tie-down straps, extra fuel pump, idler pulleys, jumper cables the list goes on and on.

Not only that as many have said, it makes your tailgate stronger. I can jump from the roof rack down onto the tailgate with no issues. I don't even think about it.

Kevin is a an outstanding guy and very forward thinking. He a great guy to support.

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[treerootCO]

One of the best purchases I have made. Even used it to straighten my bent tailgate

 

[NLXTACY]

Here is where mine stands now:
I've packed most of the stuff into small ripcord bags or canvas bags to contain everything. The shotgun has since been moved out of the tailgate.

Extreme tire repair kit, shovel, axe, air hose and all connectors, wheel chocks, spare hoses and belts, my $600 jumper cables, interior hammock , bailing wire spool, torque wrench, air deflator, prybar, chain w/ grade 8 bolts and nuts and bungy cords. It's stuffed to the brim.

 

[NW European]

My truck came with one from the previous owner, but I had it on my list anyway. I think it is great -- really an smart use of space, and the quality is unmatched. I love it and would recommend it.

 

[greentruck]

I've got a fairly decent drawer/sleeper unit I built myself. The tailgate is going to be WG, though, when I can swing it. It's an expedition build, so all the usable space I can get with functional access is money well spent.

It's high on my list of wants, just not much of a budget this year....but the tax refund is coming
Have to talk to the better half about that.

Ehh, probably not, but maybe I can talk her into buying it to celebrate finishing this %&#@*(! dissertation.