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I wanted to review the Bobbercycle tailgate lock, and mention other options to slow or prevent the physical removal of the tailgate.
@MargaritavilleNH has posted a thread regard Stolen tailgates. However, the thread digressed into crime statistics and the Pro edition unlock being accessed if the cab is breached. I am in no way suggesting this isn’t important, just thought keep the review limited to the physical removal of the tailgate.
https://www.tacoma4g.com/forum/threads/stolen-tailgates.10013/
All of the devices are designed to limit or deter the removal of the tailgate. Typically by adding a sleeve over the hinge.
Several options are available. The cheapest being a section of radiator hose over the hinge with a couple hose clamps.
An Amazon search shows 3 vendors making the tailgate locks for the 2024. However, checking the individual websites, the vendors don’t always claim they fit the 2024.
A couple members had mentioned the McGard and Pop & Lock devices. They appear to have worked.
I went ahead and ordered the Bobbercyle plate. They offer three kits for the 2024, each use a star wrench to remove gain access. They offer a tailgate hinge cover plate bolted to the bed, a second kit with a star bolt and cover washer for the cable, and a third kit that includes both. Amazon sells the third kit. Individual kits can be ordered from their website.
The only instructions are a video on their website. It’s pretty simple. The kits come with star sockets, but you’ll need a wrench and 10mm.
The solution seems to work well, no rubbing or interference with the functioning of the tailgate.
@MargaritavilleNH has posted a thread regard Stolen tailgates. However, the thread digressed into crime statistics and the Pro edition unlock being accessed if the cab is breached. I am in no way suggesting this isn’t important, just thought keep the review limited to the physical removal of the tailgate.
https://www.tacoma4g.com/forum/threads/stolen-tailgates.10013/
All of the devices are designed to limit or deter the removal of the tailgate. Typically by adding a sleeve over the hinge.
Several options are available. The cheapest being a section of radiator hose over the hinge with a couple hose clamps.
An Amazon search shows 3 vendors making the tailgate locks for the 2024. However, checking the individual websites, the vendors don’t always claim they fit the 2024.
A couple members had mentioned the McGard and Pop & Lock devices. They appear to have worked.
I went ahead and ordered the Bobbercyle plate. They offer three kits for the 2024, each use a star wrench to remove gain access. They offer a tailgate hinge cover plate bolted to the bed, a second kit with a star bolt and cover washer for the cable, and a third kit that includes both. Amazon sells the third kit. Individual kits can be ordered from their website.
The only instructions are a video on their website. It’s pretty simple. The kits come with star sockets, but you’ll need a wrench and 10mm.
The solution seems to work well, no rubbing or interference with the functioning of the tailgate.
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