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**steveimpala** · 10-21-2021, 02:17 PM

The tail gate on my '69 will need to be replace at some point ( it's bowed out ) is there a good after market brand to replace it with or should I hunt down ( if possible ) a good used one ?

Thanks

**Palf70Step** · 10-21-2021, 04:37 PM

Most will probably agree to find a good original one. The fit almost always is better. IU have had aftermarket ones and they were good, but the originals just see to line up so much nicer.

NorCalC20LWB · 10-21-2021, 05:49 PM

I have a 72 and did not like the "banded" lettering across the tailgate for that year, prefer the raised lettering. So before paint I bought an aftermarket tailgate, looks really nice but that's about it. Metal is so thin I wouldn't even want to stand on it when open, and as mentioned above the fit is marginal at best. Since my truck has morphed into a non working truck, just cruising only, it's ok for me, but if you want a good heavy duty one then my suggestion is bite the bullet and pony up for an OEM.

Here's a pic, all hat/no cowboy.....

**steveimpala** · 10-21-2021, 07:40 PM

Thanks !

halfstep · 10-21-2021, 07:48 PM

If you can't or don't have the time to locate a good original - I would check with MAR-K.
They make great quality parts primarily for step beds here in USA - as close to original quality as there is. For the few products they don't make themselves, they claim to source the best available.
They do offer a fleet side tail gate but it is an outside source and not their stamping. I would still look into it though.
Someone here may chime in with experience on how good it is or who they source it from.

10-21-2021, 02:17 PM	#1
steveimpala Active Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Wappingers Falls, NY Posts: 122	1969 C20 Tail Gate The tail gate on my '69 will need to be replace at some point ( it's bowed out ) is there a good after market brand to replace it with or should I hunt down ( if possible ) a good used one ? Thanks

10-21-2021, 04:37 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,609	Re: 1969 C20 Tail Gate Most will probably agree to find a good original one. The fit almost always is better. IU have had aftermarket ones and they were good, but the originals just see to line up so much nicer. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-21-2021, 05:49 PM	#3
NorCalC20LWB Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Bigfork, MT Posts: 466	Re: 1969 C20 Tail Gate I have a 72 and did not like the "banded" lettering across the tailgate for that year, prefer the raised lettering. So before paint I bought an aftermarket tailgate, looks really nice but that's about it. Metal is so thin I wouldn't even want to stand on it when open, and as mentioned above the fit is marginal at best. Since my truck has morphed into a non working truck, just cruising only, it's ok for me, but if you want a good heavy duty one then my suggestion is bite the bullet and pony up for an OEM. Here's a pic, all hat/no cowboy..... Attached Images

10-21-2021, 07:40 PM	#4
steveimpala Active Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Wappingers Falls, NY Posts: 122	Re: 1969 C20 Tail Gate Thanks !

10-21-2021, 07:48 PM	#5
halfstep Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Maryland Posts: 244	Re: 1969 C20 Tail Gate If you can't or don't have the time to locate a good original - I would check with MAR-K. They make great quality parts primarily for step beds here in USA - as close to original quality as there is. For the few products they don't make themselves, they claim to source the best available. They do offer a fleet side tail gate but it is an outside source and not their stamping. I would still look into it though. Someone here may chime in with experience on how good it is or who they source it from.



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