GM did something fantastic when they implemented their EZ lifting and lower tailgates. Duramax owners no longer have to deal with slamming tailgates, and they can easily lift their tailgate back up. You don’t realize how nice of a feature it is until you have it. About two months ago, I traded in my L5P for a Cummins. I love my Cummins, but I quickly realized I had reverted back to a primitive tailgate. Fortunately for me, RealTruck just hooked me up with a Dee Zee Tailgate Assist. The Dee Zee tailgate assist was designed to give you similar results as GM’s EZ lift and lower tailgates, without breaking the bank. Here are my thoughts after installing Dee Zee’s Tailgate assist and having it on my truck for a couple of days.
Your Tailgate Before A Dee Zee TailGate AssistYour TailGate After The Dee Zee Tailgate Assist
Have you owned one of the newer Duramax trucks? Their EZ lift and lower tailgate is a luxury every diesel truck owner can appreciate. With the use of an internal torsion bar, the EZ lift and lower tailgate makes raising and lowering the tailgate almost effortless. A rotary damper also controls the fall of the tailgate, so you can open the tailgate and let go without slamming it. While only the Duramax trucks come equipped with this feature from the factory, there is an aftermarket part for less than $40 that will give you similar features, the Dee Zee Tailgate Assist!
The Dee Zee tailgate assist is a quick fix for heavy and slamming tailgates. This product uses a gas dampened shock to not only slow the fall of your tailgate significantly, but it also helps you close your tailgate easier. Dee Zee built these specifically for each make and model truck, so there is no headache when it comes to installation. It is completely bolt on, and all hardware is included. It even comes with a three year warranty. Here is a full breakdown of the Dee Zee Tailgate Assist.
Finished Install On Our 2018 Ram 2500
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Features
Stops slamming tailgates
Makes lifting tailgate easier
Works with factory cables and tailgate components
Not universal, instead it’s specifically made for your truck
Easy Installation
1 Dee Zee tailgate assist needed per vehicle
Warranty
3 Year Warranty
Installation
Easy, Bolt-on Installation
Works together with factory components
20 Minute Maximum Install time
Easy-to-follow Installation Instructions Included
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