DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for Dodge Trucks
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DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for Dodge Trucks
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DeeZee Tailgate - DZ43301
- Truck Tailgate
- Tailgate Assist
- DeeZee
DeeZee's tailgate-lowering system is the safe way to lower your vehicle's heavy tailgate. Expertly designed and built to last, Tailgate Assist controls the drop of your tailgate, preventing injuries and making loading and unloading easier.
Features:
- Tailgate Assist provides safe, controlled lowering of tailgate
- Prevents injuries
- Makes loading and unloading cargo easier
- Smooth operation with built-in shock absorber and ball-and-socket connection
- Extensively tested and built to withstand heavy use for the life of your truck
- Custom designed for your vehicle
- One kit is all you need for easy opening of your tailgate
- Easy, no-drill installation on driver's side - hardware included
- 3-Year limited warranty
DeeZee's Tailgate Assist makes it much easier and safer to lower your heavy tailgate. It helps to prevent injuries and makes opening your tailgate easier on your back, arms and shoulders.
This tailgate-lowering system is custom designed for your vehicle's factory tailgate cable. It uses a shock absorber as well as a ball-and-socket connection at the truck to make opening your tailgate smooth and easy.
The Tailgate Assist is built to last. It's carefully tested to make sure it will stand up to heavy use. Installing a Tailgate Assist takes just a few minutes using the included hardware, and you don't have to drill into your truck bed. Only one Tailgate Assist kit is necessary for your tailgate. Just install it on the driver's side of your your tailgate, and you're good to go.
43301 Dee Zee Tail Gate Assist Lowering System
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This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2010 - 2024 Ram 1500
- 2019 - 2024 Ram 1500 Classic
- 2010 - 2022 Ram 2500
- 2010 - 2022 Ram 3500
- 2010 - 2014 Dodge Ram Pickup
- 2009 - 2009 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
97% were satisfied with this product
3% of customers were not satisfied
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Customer Reviews
DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for Dodge Trucks - DZ43301
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (704 Customer Reviews)
DeeZee's tailgate-lowering system is the safe way to lower your vehicle's heavy tailgate. Expertly designed and built to last, Tailgate Assist controls the drop of your tailgate, preventing injuries and making loading and unloading easier.by: Rob O 08/08/2016
Relatively easy to install.
1st timers should allow atleast 30 mins.
In operation:
Just pop the tailgate handle & let-go
the tailgate opens nicely w/o your
assistance.
(note: light weight Ram gate)
On Installation:
the nut assembly, for the tailgate empty
hole insertion, may need just a tap w/a
hammer to enter the hole; I know I had
to tap it.
Finally, I hope the spring clips in the ball
joint of the pump hold up under regular
use... time will tell.
Also, the clear protective mylar?
If, it's the 3x5 piece of paper I found in
item box; I couldn't peel it.
Satisfied & thanks!
Rob
by: John08/11/2014
Great product for lowering my tailgate, wish you made a device for raising the tailgate on my 2014 Dodge Ram lighter
John
8/11/2015
The lowering shock works very well and Im very pleased with it. Is there any plans on developing a system for making the raising of the tailgate easier ?Thanks again
Rachael H.
8/13/2015
Thanks for your follow up and reply. There is another option that does make lifting the tailgate easier. But it is not recommended to use a tailgate assist (what you have) to slow the drop of the tailgate in conjunction with the torsion bar style that helps reduce the weight while lifting your tailgate. Both of these items are fit guided specific to your truck tailgate.
by: James 05/26/2024
Easy install and works great!
by: Christopher02/11/2018
I love how easy the installation went ! The easy down feature is something I wish the manufacturer would have had as a feature but thankfully this product is out and works absolutely perfect. I also bought the tailgate lock and that was super easy to install as well and provides peace of mind . Even though the tailgate locks when truck is locked up it is nice to know that if I forget to lock the truck up my gate is still safe from thieves . Great products all the way around ! Thanks !
by: Bob 05/10/2024
Easy to install. Works great
by: Dave S09/13/2023
Works great. No more falling tailgate. This is the 3rd truck I've installed this on. Very satisfied.
by: Steve L02/12/2017
Fast shipping . Works great . The only trouble I had was getting the nutsert to not spin . Used the hints from the instructions and use masking tape to stop the spinning and that didn't work so I used duct tape and thread locker and that stopped the spinning and install worked out . I had my wife try the gate and it was a hit even though it will be the only time she will use it probably . Thanks E-trailer I have purchased plenty of things from you and will again .
by: Kimi09/07/2023
One of the best purchases I ever made to enhance my Ram 2500.
by: Matthew04/02/2019
This is a good product with easy to follow directions. With basic tools and only twenty minutes to install. Customer service was helpful getting me the right product the first time. Thanks DZ
by: Gary03/08/2022
Installation was very quick an easy. works great!!
Gary
3/8/2023
Still working as good as the day I installed it. Very satisfied with the product.
by: Bart 08/10/2018
Everything was easy from finding the product to putting it on. Etrailer let me know when they shipped and when it was delivered. Great service
by: Jeff04/17/2014
Great product and great service. I had trouble figuring out which item number I needed for my 2012 dodge ram 2500 so I emailed etrailer and sent me an email back showing the correct part and a short video of an employee talking to me about his research on the product. The part works good. Wish it had a slower drop but I'm sure it doesn't help that I have a little extra weight with spray in bed liner and a tailgate mat on top of it. The only issue I had was with the nutsert. That part is a little tricky for sure. Just remember to start counting 9 turns once u feel the nutsert itself tightening in the whole on ur tailgate. At least that's wat helped me figure it out.
Jeff
4/17/2015
Still installed and still working great. Fantastic product! Wife loves it!
by: Jim D02/24/2014
First, the product works great. So much easier to lift and lower the tailgate on my RAM 1500. Second, the instructions should emphasize that increased pressure is required pushing on the nutsert so the nutsert doesn't turn while tightening the 10mm nut. I initially tightened the nut 9 turns as instructed but the insert came out. By applying increased pressure on the allen screw the insert stopped rotating and started compressing as designed. Third, the T45 Torx wrench didn't fit the torx screws on my truck. I used my own T45 torx wrench to remove the screws. Fourth, thread lock should be applied to the cable mount screw on the tailgate prior to reinstalling. Lastly, wrap tape (electrical) around the jaws of your pliers prior to installing the cable clip to prevent scarring on cable rubber sheath.
Jim D.
3/5/2015
Great product. Im so glad I purchased it.
by: Randy B.06/05/2017
Received the unit and did not believe this little tiny shock would aid in the up and down motion of the very heavy tailgate. Well, guess what, it works like a champ. My wife can now open and close the gate w/o any problem. I can now open and close with one hand. I am in a wheelchair, so things can get a little difficult at times. this tailgate assist is a god sent for me. It is small, out of the way, and extremely easy to install. The installation was easy and quick-fifteen minutes. I would highly recommend this unit to anyone with a heavy tailgate.
Randy B.
6/6/2018
works great-I am a resent amputee and it takes a lot of the strain off of my leg. my wife loves it as she can now open and close the tailgate without any problem.
by: Patrick04/22/2022
This tailgate assist was supposed to have fit my 2020 Ram 1500 Bighorn, but incorrect hardware came with the package. As a result, I haven't been able to fully install yet because the correct parts were not included. To start with, there was no Locktite as pictured. Secondly the lower plate with the lower ball stud that mounts to the actual tailgate won't work because there are two factory bolts in the way. The Nutsert did work, but there was no ball stud to install so that I could connect the lower end of the shock. I have ordered a 10mm and a 13mm ball stud, and hopefully one of the two of them will work. Once they arrive I will be able to fully install this tailgate assist. I might update this review once the correct hardware arrives that I had to pay for... or I might not. We'll see.
Brooke M.
4/27/2022
Thank you for reaching out. I have sent your information along to our customer service team.
by: Rob 06/25/2021
Not the first time to buy from etrailer,. Always professional and helpful with answers. I would buy from them again. DeeZee Tailgate assist is an amazing product that was easy to install and a very nice add on to truck.
Rob
6/26/2022
Perfectly, you cannot go wrong with DeeZee products.
by: Joe01/18/2016
This product is a very good product. It assists in dropping the tailgate on my Ram 1500. As my wife and younger children love it because even they can put the gate down with one hand without fear of it dropping or hitting them. It was very easy to install using the instructions included.
Joe
1/17/2017
Works in the heat and extreme cold even a year later
by: Donald C08/23/2018
I installed the Dee Zee tailgate assist on my 2015
Ram 1500 EcoDiesel and it made opening and closing of the tailgate soooo much easier. I wanted to do this mod for a long time...wish I hadn’t waited so long to do it. The whole installation was fast and easy. Thanks Dee Zee for a great product !
Donald C.
8/23/2019
It’s been a year and my Dee Zee tailgate assist is still working great. This will be a accessory I will have on all my future trucks. Thanks trailer for your great service.
by: Handy Randy01/17/2018
Product works as described and keeps my tailgate from slamming down when I open it. Only negative I can think of is the clanking noise it makes when you close the tailgate. I’m wondering if, over time, it will damage my truck. No damage so far.
Handy R.
1/17/2019
Great news. My tailgate assist has worked exceptionally well over the last year. Still my only negative I could say is the clanking noise when I close the tailgate. I have been watching for friction damage and have seen no inkling of damage at all. The design and quality materials have made the difference. Great product. It was easy to install and I recommend it.
by: Jack M11/03/2019
After one year of service it still works good. I have noticed that the colder the weather the slower the tailgate drops but that is not objectionable. I love the convenience and it's great when my hands are full.
Jack M.
11/3/2020
The tailgate unit works as good after a year as it did right after installation. Im so used to it now I just take it for granted.
by: Steven 02/03/2023
This kit was super easy to install and work perfectly. One of the best accessories someone can install on a tailgate.
by: TJ08/27/2019
It works OK and was pretty easy to install. However, I guess I didn't understand what it actually does. It slows down the lowering of the tailgate but does nothing when raising it. I was expecting that it would make the tailgate easier to lift as well. I would not buy it again.
Victoria B.
9/2/2019
The DeeZee Tailgate Assist is designed to help slow the lowering of the tailgate to make it easier and safer to put the tailgate down. This product is not designed to support any weight of the tailgate when lifting it to close.
by: John F07/10/2020
This kit did exactly what I hoped it would do! I had a mini heart-attack every time my 10 year old would grab the handle of the tailgate on my 3/4 ton Ram, fearing a concussion or worse. The installation of this was easy enough for a novice like myself to pull off, and was actually kind of fun. I would now feel comfortable just opening the latch and walking away from the tailgate as it softly lowers and comes to a stop (although I still try to keep the kids from doing it out of an abundance of caution).
by: Scott05/19/2016
On my second one now for the same truck. Followed the installation instructions exactly both times however for whatever reason the first struts arm was bent making it inoperable. Since installing the second one, that I repurchased, this strut seems to be holding up ok so far. I do like the fact the tailgate doesn't just drop since I am in a wheelchair and holding onto the tailgate can pose a problem at times. So for me this is a safety issue. Wish there was a way to purchase just the strut without the whole kit but then again probably would not have cost any less.
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- Could Shock of DeeZee Tailgate Lowering System part # DZ43301 be Installed Upside DownThere's no reason the shock of the DeeZee Tailgate Lowering System part # DZ43301 couldn't be used upside down. The seal for the shock is tight enough that in either orientation it would work fine. To remove the ends off of the mounting post basically just requires you to pull hard enough so that they come off.
view full answer... - Is There A Tailgate Assist for a 1994 Chevrolet C/K 1500 StepsideI do have an option for you but unfortunately we do not offer a tailgate assist for a 1994 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Stepside. The best option we have if you if you have trouble lifting the tailgate is to replace this with a net, the Pilot Automotive Truck Tailgate Net part # TR-02.
view full answer... - DeeZee Tailgate Assist Recommendation for a 2014 Ram 1500 with RamBoxThe correct DeeZee Tailgate Assist for your 2014 Ram 1500 with RamBox is part # DZ43301 that you referenced. I spoke with DeeZee and confirmed that it is compatible with the Rambox, so you will have no problems.
view full answer... - Availability of Tailgate Assist for 2004 Dodge DakotaI checked the confirmed fits for each of the tailgate assist products we offer, all of which can be seen on the link at right. None of the DeeZee products are designed for the Dakota; my DeeZee contact confirmed this. However, I also checked with my contact at Hopkins, maker of the Tailgate EasyLift # 74211. He confirmed this will work on Dakotas up through the 2007 model year.
view full answer... - Tailgate Lowering System for 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 3/4 Ton DieselThe DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for your 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 is part # DZ43300. The DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System, # DZ43301, that you mentioned is designed for the 2009 - 2015 Dodge Ram Pickups.
view full answer... - Does the DeeZee Tailgate Assist Help in Lowering or Raising the Tailgate on a 2014 Ram 2500The DeeZee Tailgate Assist # DZ43301 makes it so that the tailgate doesn't just drop if you were to open it and let go. It does not make lifting the tailgate any easier, just lowering it. I have linked a video showing installation for you.
view full answer... - Will DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System Fit 2015 Ram 1500 SLT/OutdoorsmanThe DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System, part # DZ43301 is designed to fit all models of the 2015 Ram 1500 so this should work well for you. I have attached a link to an installation video for this system you can check out.
view full answer... - Tailgate Assist fit for 2019 Ram 1500 New Body Style and 2019 Ram 2500The new body style would actually only apply to the 2019 Ram 1500, and I can confirm for you that the DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System # DZ43302 does fit a 2019 Ram 1500 with the new body style. If you have a 2019 Ram 2500 the correct part is the DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System # DZ43301. I have added links to video reviews of both systems for you to check out.
view full answer... - Does Dee Zee Tailgate Assist Fit 2021 Ram 3500Yes it does! I verified with the manufacturer, Dee Zee, that the tailgate assist you mentioned is a fit for your 2021 Ram 3500 truck: - Dee Zee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for Dodge Trucks # DZ43301 This tailgate assist is a custom fit for your '21 Ram 3500, and is really nice because it is going to make lowering your tailgate so much smoother and easier compared to how heavy and awkward it is to lower your tailgate without an assist. I have added a link below to a...
view full answer... - Tailgate Lift Assist Kit for 2016 Ram 1500Yes, you can use DeeZee's Custom Tailgate-Lowering System for Dodge Trucks # DZ43301 on your 2016 Ram 1500. This system is confirmed to fit your truck and the installation process is shown in the video I linked for you. Installation requires no drilling and all hardware is included. The similar Hopkins EasyLift Truck Bed Tailgate Lift Assist # 74211 fits older models of Dodge Ram, Ford and GM pickups, just not your 2016.
view full answer... - Solution for Needing Replacement Shock for DeeZee Tailgate Assist for 2014 Ram 1500Since DeeZee does not offer replacement shocks for their tailgate assist kits like the # DZ43301 that you referenced you'd have to replace the kit with a new one for your 2014 Ram 1500. This gives you all new hardware as well as a new shock too.
view full answer... - Will DeeZee Tailgate Assist # DZ43300 Fit 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 PickupThe DeeZee Tailgate Assist, part # DZ43300 is designed to fit Dodge Ram Pickups through 2009. I recommend part # DZ43301 for your 2014 Dodge Ram 1500. This features an easy no-drill installation, and the built-in shock absorber is designed to help control the drop of your tailgate.
view full answer... - Is Replacemebnt Nutsert Available For DZ43200 TailgateWe offer the nutsert as part of the Replacement Bracket Kit for DZ43200 Tailgate, part # BKT43200. This kit includes the ball mount plate, torx wrench, nutsert tool, nutsert, and ball mount. We unfortunately do not offer the nutsert as a separate item.
view full answer... - Tailgate Assist Recommendation for 2019 Ram 2500For your 2019 Ram 2500 we have the DeeZee Tailgate Assist part # DZ43301 as a confirmed fit. This will allow the tailgate to lowered in a more controlled way. When you lower it the tailgate will slowly lower without you needing to support it.
view full answer... - Tailgate Lift Assist for a 2019 Ram 2500The DeeZee Tailgate Assist that fits your 2019 Ram 2500 is found as part # DZ43301 on our site. This is a custom design that features a no-drill installation on the driver-side of your tailgate. It is advertised as a lowering system but it actually makes lowering and lifting the tailgate much easier as you can see from the attached installation video. I have also linked the installation instructions for you to reference.
view full answer... - Recommended Tailgate Lowering System for 2018 Ram 1500Yes we do! For your 2018 Ram 1500 we have the DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System # DZ43301 that will work perfectly. This system features a built-in shock absorber and ball-and-socket connection to allow for a controlled and smooth drop when lowering the tailgate. It is designed specifically for your Ram and all the needed hardware is included. I have attached a sample installation video and the written instruction manual that you can check out as well.
view full answer... - Tailgate Lift Assist and Tailgate Liner for 2018 Ram 1500 with 8-Foot Bed.You can use the DeeZee Custom Tailgate Assist kit # DZ43301 on your Ram 1500 but the Hopkins EasyLift # 74211 does not fit your Ram. For a tailgate liner I recommend Bedrug's 3/4-inch thick carpet-over-foam tailgate liner # BMT02TG if you want a cushioned surface for working (or sitting). This is shown in the included photo. Or use the WeatherTech thermoplastic liner # WT3TG04 if you want tough protection for the tailgate from dings and dents.
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- Does DeeZee Tailgate Assist Help When Lifting Tailgate On 2012 Dodge Ram PickupThe DeeZee Tailgate Assist, part # DZ43301 is designed to help when lowering the tailgate on your Ram pickup. We do not have a system that will work that helps raise the tailgate on the truck.
view full answer... - 2020 Ram 3500 Deezee Tailgate Assist Popping OffIt could be the bracket on the Tailgate Assist # DZ43301 could be worn. Also make sure that the larger portion of the shock is connected to the truck bed and not the tailgate. If you have it set up like that I think that the bracket is just worn down. Double check that you have the brackets set up in the right orientation as well.
view full answer... - Tailgate Assist for 2016 Ram 3500Unfortunately, only tailgate assist we have for your 2016 Ram 3500 is the Lowering System you mentioned from DeeZee, # DZ43301. The tailgate lift assist we offer for most trucks, that is not a fit for your vehicle, is the Hopkins EasyLift Truck Bed Tailgate Lift Assist, # 74211, and I assume that is what you were looking for. I contacted Hopkins to confirm this was not a fit for your 2016 Ram 3500, and Hopkins let me know that Ram made some changes to their tailgate after the 2009 model...
view full answer... - Does Dee Zee Tailgate Assist DZ43301 Allow Easy Removal of Tailgate on 2019 Ram 3500The DeeZee Tailgate Assist # DZ43301 is confirmed to fit your 2019 Ram 3500 and it can be removed easily enough for those times when you need to take off your tailgate for towing your 5th wheel. This kit uses a small shock that has eyelets on both ends, which pop on and off the mating posts. This makes it no problem to remove the shock to then allow you to take off the tailgate. You can refer to the linked instructions and install video to see the installation process. We do offer 5th...
view full answer... - Is DeeZee Tailgate Assist Easy to Take Off When Removing Tailgate on 2019 Ram 3500It would be fairly easy to remove the DeeZee Tailgate Assist Custom Tailgate-Lowering System # DZ43301 that fits your 2019 Ram 3500. It will simply require you remove the DeeZee's shock the same way you installed it; the shock just snaps on and off. After that you can take off your tailgate like you normally would. I have added a link to a video showing how the DeeZee installs on a Ram 3500 so you can see how easy the shock is put on as well as a link to the installation instructions.
view full answer... - Hardware Availability for the Deezee Tailgate Assist part # DZ43301We have replacement hardware available for the part # DZ43301 that you referenced. For that you would want the part # BKT43301.
view full answer... - Tailgate Assist Options for a 2014 Ram 2500 I do still have an option that will help with lowering the tailgate on your 2014 Ram 2500 but the Hopkins EasyLift Truck Bed Tailgate Lift Assist part # 74211 which helps for both lifting and lowering will not work with any Dodge Ram made after 2009. In 2010 Dodge began to reinforce the walls of the tailgate and add extra reinforcements in certain areas which will just simply not allow the Hopkins EasyLift to seat properly. The only other option they make for your truck at this time is...
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Rob O.
12/12/2017
I enjoy it every time I open my tailgate. And, when Im with someone I make a point of demonstrating it to them because most of my friends have pick-up trucks but dont have the DeeZee installed.Also, worth mentioning, the DeeZee was an easy installation and you dont need to be a mechanic.Thanks again