{"product_id":"trucktok-1999-2007-classic-silverado-sierra-tailgate-shock-kit","title":"Trucktok 1999-2007 Classic Silverado Sierra 1500 2500 3500 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\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado \u0026amp; GMC Sierra 1500 2500 3500\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2007 \"CLASSIC\" Models (Old Body Style)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNOTE: Does NOT fit 2007 \"New Body Style\" models. Confirm your body style \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003eThis Tailgate Assist Shock Kit adds smooth, controlled lowering to your factory tailgate, making daily use easier while helping reduce stress on aging hinges and support cables.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for 1999-2006 Silverado and Sierra trucks, as well as 2007 Classic models, this upgrade preserves your truck's original functionality while adding a feature commonly found on newer pickups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransforms a heavy steel tailgate into a controlled, easy-to-manage opening experience.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces repeated impact loads that can contribute to wear on factory cables, hinges, and mounting points.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes loading tools, equipment, groceries, and gear easier when using your truck every day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed from high-strength steel hardware designed for years of reliable service.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls discreetly and works with your original tailgate system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know if I have a 2007 Classic model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 2007 Classic uses the previous-generation Silverado\/Sierra body style carried over into early 2007 production. If your truck is the newer redesigned 2007 body style, this kit will not fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is a tailgate assist especially useful on older trucks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Older tailgates often have heavier steel construction and may place more stress on factory hinges and cables when dropped repeatedly. A tailgate assist helps reduce that impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the tailgate still open fully?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The assist system only controls the speed of descent and does not limit tailgate travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this designed for steel tailgates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. This system was engineered specifically around the factory steel tailgates found on compatible Silverado and Sierra trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Need a tailgate assist for a newer Silverado\/Sierra or an HD model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For 2007-2018 Silverado and Sierra 1500\/2500\/3500, we carry a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trucktok.com\/collections\/tonneau-cover\/products\/trucktok-2007-2018-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-1500-2500-3500-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGMT900\/K2XX platform kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. For 2020-2025 Silverado\/Sierra 2500 3500 HD, see our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trucktok.com\/collections\/tonneau-cover\/products\/trucktok-2020-2025-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-2500-3500-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eheavy-duty specific kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TruckTok","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44337021288531,"sku":"TA-C-0007","price":43.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8861\/2179\/files\/6_b2dbebff-511f-417e-8401-49443709ac7d.png?v=1775134013","url":"https:\/\/www.trucktok.com\/products\/trucktok-1999-2007-classic-silverado-sierra-tailgate-shock-kit","provider":"TruckTok","version":"1.0","type":"link"}