{"product_id":"trucktok-1997-2025-ford-f150-f250-f350-tailgate-assist-shock-kit","title":"Trucktok 1997–2025 Ford F150 F250 F350 Tailgate Assist Shock Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- more --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFITMENT\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear (Variant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1997–2003 F-150 \/ 1999–2014 Super Duty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1997–2003 Ford F-150 \u0026amp; 1999–2014 Ford F-250 \/ F-350 (one kit covers both; excludes F-150 SuperCrew and Flareside\/Stepside models)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2004–2014 F-150 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2004–2014 Ford F-150 \u0026amp; 2006–2008 Lincoln Mark LT (excludes Flareside\/Stepside models)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015–2025 F-150\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015–2025 Ford F-150\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2017–2024 Super Duty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2017–2024 Ford F-250 \/ F-350 \/ F-450 Super Duty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Trucktok Tailgate Assist Shock Kit turns the harsh factory tailgate drop into a smooth, controlled lowering motion — protecting your cables, hinges, and pivot points from repeated hard impacts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether you're loading tools at the jobsite, hauling gear for the weekend, or opening the bed a dozen times a day, you get easy one-hand operation without changing how your truck works.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery kit is a true bolt-on: it installs using factory mounting locations and requires no drilling or permanent modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlows tailgate descent to eliminate sudden drops and loud slams.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen and lower the tailgate with one hand while carrying tools, equipment, or groceries.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces strain on factory tailgate cables, hinges, and pivot points over years of use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-strength steel hardware built for demanding work and daily operation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a protective Mylar sheet to guard painted surfaces during installation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory mounting points only — no drilling, cutting, or welding required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this make the tailgate open automatically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The system does not open the tailgate — it slows and controls the descent once you release it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to drill into my truck?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Every kit in this lineup is a true bolt-on that uses existing factory mounting locations. No drilling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does installation take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Most owners finish in about 10 minutes using basic hand tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the tailgate still open and close normally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The tailgate latches and closes exactly as before — the shock only controls how fast it lowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know if I have a Flareside or Stepside truck?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Flareside\/Stepside models have external rear fenders and a narrower bed. If your truck has a standard fleet-side bed, the kit will fit. Check your bed style before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is a tailgate assist useful on older F-150 and Super Duty trucks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Many of these trucks were never equipped with a factory tailgate assist, and their steel tailgates drop hard. 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