How to Adjust Assist Tension on the Gorilla Lift Tailgate Assist

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I put my Gorilla Lift on and worked great and then I found that I need to add a piece of tail to my tailgate I added that And my lift does not assist now is there anyway to put more attention on the Gorilla Lift

asked by: Kenny G

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To incraese the tension on your Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable part # GL1 the connection points on the ramp should be mover higher on the ramp. Move it up and check for assist and just set it to your preference. Once you have found the sweet spot permanently attach the cables and you are set.

I've included the video I did on this system to show the exact process.

expert reply by: Randy B

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Answer 1

I attached a page from the install instructions for your Gorilla Lift Tailgate Assist #GL1 that covers how to lower the spring tension.

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Answer 2

I did some research and here are some thing you can do if your Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable - 300 lbs, part #GL1, does not lower all the way. Gorilla-Lift suggests you do the following. Put your tailgate in the upright…

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Answer 3

Thanks for reaching out! When you install the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable #GL1 there is a trial and error type of section where you use S hooks to hook onto different points of your trailer ramp so you can test out the…

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Answer 4

We carry two trailer hitch receivers that fit your 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport; the Draw-Tite #75229 and the Curt #C13243. Between the two I recommend the Draw-Tite because Curt requires a strap to be used if you're ever using the hitch for…

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Answer 5

I checked with M-3 and when you are ready to wind the spring on the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring #ERS120D81 you will need to use two 1/2 inch diameter bars (of around 18 inches long). You will insert the first bar into the winding cone of the spring…

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Answer 6

When installing the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist #GL1 you will want to attach the cable to the inside portion of the gate (closest to the trailer). This is simply because you want to have it secured to the stationary side of the…

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Answer 7

The easiest method to weighing your trailer's tailgate would be to use a hanging scale with the appropriate capacity as they are both inexpensive and easy to find. That would allow you to know whether or not you need the 200 lb capacity…

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Answer 8

The Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist part #GL1 is designed for tailgates no more than 300 lbs. There is not an option to upgrade the weight capacity nor is there a lift assist for a heavier tailgate. This would be he limit for a…

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Answer 9

If you wanted to use the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist part #GL1 on your utility trailer with tall sides you would need to have a rail that is 12" to 24" from trailer floor. It does not look like there is one from the…

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Answer 10

The Gorilla Lift #GL1 for trailer tailgates has a 300 lb capacity. For a tailgate that measures 5 foot by 4 foot you should be just fine getting by with just one.

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Answer 11

The Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Cable - 300 lbs #GL1 will be right on the edge of working with your trailer dimensions but it will not be a direct fit. You would need to use a different length of cable 3/16 inch diameter to…

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Answer 12

If the side rails of your trailer are between 12 and 24 inches above the bed the Gorilla Lift part #GL1 would fit and work well. The tailgate then has to be between 4 and 6 feet in height above the trailer bed when up. So if your tailgate/ramp is…

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