{"product_id":"trucktok-2015-2025-ford-f-150-tailgate-assist-shock-slow-drop-damper-kit","title":"Trucktok 2015-2025 Ford F150 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\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2015-2025 Ford F-150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003eThe Trucktok Tailgate Assist Shock Kit slows the tailgate's descent with a controlled hydraulic motion, making everyday use more convenient while helping reduce impact on factory tailgate components.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for 2015-2025 Ford F-150 models, this easy-to-install upgrade provides smooth one-hand operation and helps protect your truck from unnecessary wear caused by repeated hard openings.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether you're loading tools, hauling equipment, or using your truck for daily tasks, this simple upgrade adds comfort and convenience every time you open the tailgate.\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\u003eHelps prevent sudden tailgate drops by slowing the tailgate's descent for a more controlled opening experience.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease the tailgate with one hand while carrying tools, gear, groceries, or equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces impact stress on tailgate cables, hinges, and pivot points caused by repeated hard drops.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from high-strength steel and designed to handle years of everyday operation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a protective Mylar strip to help prevent metal-to-metal contact during installation.\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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The system does not automatically open the tailgate. It controls and slows the tailgate’s descent after it is released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to drill any holes during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. This kit is designed for bolt-on installation using factory mounting locations — no drilling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why should I install a tailgate assist on my F-150?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A tailgate assist helps prevent hard tailgate drops, improves everyday convenience with one-hand operation, and helps reduce wear on factory cables, hinges, and pivot points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the tailgate still close normally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The tailgate will continue to close and latch normally while benefiting from controlled lowering when opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Need a tailgate assist for an older F-150 or a Super Duty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For 2004-2014 F-150, we carry a\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-2004-2014-ford-f150-lincoln-mark-lt-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edirect-fit kit for the earlier generation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. For Super Duty F-250\/F-350\/F-450, check out 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-2017-2024-ford-super-duty-f-250-f-350-f-450-tailgate-assist-shock-kit\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2017-2024 Super Duty tailgate assist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TruckTok","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44336528719955,"sku":"TA-F-0003","price":42.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8861\/2179\/files\/sku-0_b5c9dcb7-37e8-48e0-9db8-c7ac5924edcb.jpg?v=1775184205","url":"https:\/\/www.trucktok.com\/products\/trucktok-2015-2025-ford-f-150-tailgate-assist-shock-slow-drop-damper-kit","provider":"TruckTok","version":"1.0","type":"link"}