245 Tailgate Wiring Harnesses

[weslan]

Any tips for a do-it-yourselfer about to take on this job?

I've got all the parts (and new hinges to replace the 20+ year ones), but I'd like to hear from anyone with experience completing this job before I jump in.

My main question -- what's a good/reliable way of propping up the tailgate after I take the hinges off? It seems like that's a necessary part of the process?

Any tips/advice greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Wes

[gdill2]

The Brickboard is asleep right now but once it stirs...

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Fwas me I'd have backup transportation and the wagon inside.

George Dill

[Naxcel]

well my 6ft ladder had a paint can holder that was the perfect height to hold up the tailgate so i used that and got the job done. maybe you could tie it to the ceiling? just a thought. and my tailgate lift struts were in good shape. do one side at a time.
good luck

[gdill2]

Any tips for a do-it-yourselfer about to take on this job?

I've got all the parts (and new hinges to replace the 20+ year ones), but I'd like to hear from anyone with experience completing this job before I jump in.

My main question -- what's a good/reliable way of propping up the tailgate after I take the hinges off? It seems like that's a necessary part of the process?

Any tips/advice greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Wes

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George Dill