How to Install a Tailgate Cap
When loading and unloading objects from your truck bed, damage can occur decreasing the value of your truck. Things like scratches, dents and paint damage can be prevented on your tailgate by using a tailgate cap. Tailgate caps are usually made of hard plastic and are designed fit over the top edge of the tailgate. Often used as leverage when loading or unloading items from your truck, a tailgate cap tends to accumulate the most wear and tear out of any area of your truck bed.
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Things You'll Need
- Power drill
- Phillips head screwdriver
- Phillips head screws
- 9/64-inch drill bit
Instructions
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Clean the top edge of your tailgate using alcohol pads or rubbing alcohol and a clean cloth. The surface of the tailgate must be clean in order for the tape to stick.
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Remove the backing paper from the tailgate cap. Peel back the paper to access the adhesive tape.
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Align the tailgate cap with the top edge of the tailgate. Place the cap on the tailgate and press down using your hands to apply pressure to form a tight bond.
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Cut a few pieces of adhesive tape provided by the manufacturer. Cut the tape into two-inch pieces using scissors. Remove the backing paper from the tape and place it on the back of the tailgate cap.
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Drill four pilot holes, evenly spaced across the top rear of the tailgate using a power drill and a 9/64-inch drill bit. Insert four screws into the pilot holes and tighten them using a Phillips head screwdriver. Tighten the screws by turning them clockwise.
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References
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