It’s been a bit of time since I installed mine and I still love it! It’s definitely heavier than a stock tailgate but you get used to it quick. I wish we could retain the assists too! Wonder if there’s the possibility to add a gas strut to help with lowering effort 🤔
Nice work! To make the plastic cover clear the locks, have you considered placing a wedged piece on tailgate so that as tailgate closes, the plastic cover is slightly raised to clear the locks but when tailgate is open then the plastic cover is at normal level.
Thanks homie! I would definitely reach out - the new hardware is essentially flush with the carpet. I feel like that's a huge upgrade over the rounded hardware!
@@LexusOverland Thanks bud!! How are you liking the storage solution now that you've had it for a few weeks? Any additional creaks, rattles, or sounds since the old sheet metal reinforcement is no longer there?
I love it! It’s really great. No squeaks or rattles at all. The cover essentially becomes one with the tailgate so structural integrity is maintained. I was shocked at how quiet it is but I tried to put sound deadening everywhere I could and I’m only putting lightweight items in there
Great video! Wish I saw this before I went on to install the mod on my LC100. I was second guessing myself the whole time since it was my first time cutting metal. (ps. that code would have helped my pocket too)
Woulda liked to see a bit of the actual cutting and working etc, but overall, great vid. Helpful and informative for sure. P.S. Nice plate! LOL "Leroy Jenkiiinnnnnss!!!!"
I thought about that as well - to be honest I don’t have a tripod to set up my phone to get those kinds of shots so I compensate with detailed explaining - but the channel is growing so I’m going to invest in some equipment for better filming!
@@LexusOverland some good leather gloves might be the best thing for that bracing? Have you used a spring kit for the tailgate to help with the weight? There usually set for stock weight, but it could help.
Great video! I could not tell from the video or any research I did on this, do you have to remove all the screws and the entire cover to access the Tail light bulbs or is it easily accessible through the lift door?
John - I appreciate your emphasis on PPE but am concerned with your reaching/touching of the freshly cut metal edges (prior to deburr/filing). Please take care as to not cut yourself when handling those sharp edges! Great video and nice finished product. I agree with the other commenter that you should show the cutting process next time. The walkthrough of the issues you ran into was nice but video of that would be very cool.
Great step-by-step video! Thanks for taking the time to do it. It's a mod I plan to do soon.
I appreciate the kind words! Good luck when you dive into yours!
The plastic on my lock cables broke on my install attempt. Old and brittle. Thank you for your video man.
Oh no, that's awful! Hopefully you were able to get those fixed!
Can’t wait for the next video showing the cutting! Great job!
“It matched my eyes” Haha! Priorities, baby!
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Thanks, in the market for one and this helps me understand it better. Wish there was a way to retain the torsion bar things
It’s been a bit of time since I installed mine and I still love it! It’s definitely heavier than a stock tailgate but you get used to it quick. I wish we could retain the assists too! Wonder if there’s the possibility to add a gas strut to help with lowering effort 🤔
Nice work!
To make the plastic cover clear the locks, have you considered placing a wedged piece on tailgate so that as tailgate closes, the plastic cover is slightly raised to clear the locks but when tailgate is open then the plastic cover is at normal level.
Ooo that’s not a bad idea! I’ll have to see if I can make something like that work 😎
@@LexusOverland 🙏
Love the video! I'm impressed with the upgrades they've made since I first bought mine. I might reach out to them for some replacement hardware.
Thanks homie! I would definitely reach out - the new hardware is essentially flush with the carpet. I feel like that's a huge upgrade over the rounded hardware!
Awesome video. I'll definitely order it and follow you video for install steps.
Hey thanks! You won’t regret it. Good luck with the install 🤠
Great detailed step by step video! Nice work! Subscribed!!
Thank you!! Subscribed back 👊🏼
@@LexusOverland Thanks bud!! How are you liking the storage solution now that you've had it for a few weeks? Any additional creaks, rattles, or sounds since the old sheet metal reinforcement is no longer there?
I love it! It’s really great. No squeaks or rattles at all. The cover essentially becomes one with the tailgate so structural integrity is maintained. I was shocked at how quiet it is but I tried to put sound deadening everywhere I could and I’m only putting lightweight items in there
Great video! Wish I saw this before I went on to install the mod on my LC100. I was second guessing myself the whole time since it was my first time cutting metal. (ps. that code would have helped my pocket too)
Hey thanks! It is quite scary to irreversibly cut into a good body panel 😅
Woulda liked to see a bit of the actual cutting and working etc, but overall, great vid. Helpful and informative for sure.
P.S. Nice plate! LOL "Leroy Jenkiiinnnnnss!!!!"
I thought about that as well - to be honest I don’t have a tripod to set up my phone to get those kinds of shots so I compensate with detailed explaining - but the channel is growing so I’m going to invest in some equipment for better filming!
Also thank you on the plate, I love it 😂 it helped me get out of a ticket once. Cop couldn’t believe it was from the video! Lol
A multitool cutoff tool would cut that easily.
Almost as easy as a cutoff wheel! Good advice.
@@LexusOverland maybe? Maybe a small die grinder, or cutoff tool(dremel) with flex shaft?
The metal isn’t thick but it isn’t thin - you’ll want something that can cut it easily to help with controlled cutting!
@@LexusOverland some good leather gloves might be the best thing for that bracing? Have you used a spring kit for the tailgate to help with the weight? There usually set for stock weight, but it could help.
Great video! I could not tell from the video or any research I did on this, do you have to remove all the screws and the entire cover to access the Tail light bulbs or is it easily accessible through the lift door?
If I remember correctly, it’s really easy to remove the tail light assembly and replace the bulbs that way! No need to remove the cover.
John - I appreciate your emphasis on PPE but am concerned with your reaching/touching of the freshly cut metal edges (prior to deburr/filing). Please take care as to not cut yourself when handling those sharp edges! Great video and nice finished product. I agree with the other commenter that you should show the cutting process next time. The walkthrough of the issues you ran into was nice but video of that would be very cool.
I have Diamond hands sir 💎🙌🏼
where do you sell this item man?
There’s a link to the product in the description! You can also go to huracanfabrication.com and see their other product offerings.
Can you tell how to install your ram phone holder?
Are you referring to the one on the grab handle?
I am thinking if you save the cutting of torsion bar area is it going to be any interference with the lock?
Not sure! You might be able to tell from the video
@@LexusOverland Thanks! I am thinking maybe that way it can save some efforts.
The latches are beefy!
So beefy. And a super satisfying click when engaged!
Great video, unfortunately I have visions of the trunk monkey with a ball-peen beating dents into your tailgate from the inside.
Ha! It’s definitely best for soft and lightweight items 😆