Replacement Bushing for a Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series Tailgate

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Question:

I purchased a used vg-97-3500. You list vg-97-4000 as the replacement for the vg-97-3500. I am missing the passenger side bushing on the gate. Will the 4000-V10 replacement pilot tube also work for the vg-97-3500 gate?

asked by: John H

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Expert Reply:

The Replacement Pivot Tube Inserts # 4000-V10 that you referenced will fit all 4000 series Stromberg Carlson tailgates so it would work on your # VG-97-4000.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I attached a picture that has all of the dimensions of the Replacement Pivot Tube Inserts #4000-V10.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 10

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