got a new f450 and have the old louvered tail gate from my 06. as well all the know the body is the same, but the 08 has a bit more "anti theft" for the tail gate, and the old gate will not work without somesort of an adaptor to allow for a different shape at the end. anyone know where to get this adpator?? thanks.
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08 f450 KR 4X4, no roof, no tv, everything else
05 KZ New Vision 41ft toy hauler
03 harley roadking classic
03 honda rubicon
05 bombardier DS650 http://i5.tinypic.com/4ue76eq.jpg
any chance u could take pics of where it needs to go and where it is
have a metal shop fab it up for u?
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88 F-250 body,550 rear frame setup, 7.3 idi, 3:73 dana 80 rear, srw, dana 50 front, heavy duty leaf springs, back up camera, 20$ wallyworld fog lamps, class 5 bumper hitch welded to frame and gusseted, 32" steering tires all around, ac power converter,jeep bucket seats, deezee runningboards (cab only),cobra 29 cb w/ 102" whip, 2 trucklight worklights on front stake pocket each side,high lift jack behind seat, toolbox for the junk, visor, running lights, 6600 lbs with all my junk
its the driver's side of the truck the end over there is different. no metal fabbing, its the end on the tailgate that needs sometype of diffrent shape. thanks.
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08 f450 KR 4X4, no roof, no tv, everything else
05 KZ New Vision 41ft toy hauler
03 harley roadking classic
03 honda rubicon
05 bombardier DS650 http://i5.tinypic.com/4ue76eq.jpg
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88 F-250 body,550 rear frame setup, 7.3 idi, 3:73 dana 80 rear, srw, dana 50 front, heavy duty leaf springs, back up camera, 20$ wallyworld fog lamps, class 5 bumper hitch welded to frame and gusseted, 32" steering tires all around, ac power converter,jeep bucket seats, deezee runningboards (cab only),cobra 29 cb w/ 102" whip, 2 trucklight worklights on front stake pocket each side,high lift jack behind seat, toolbox for the junk, visor, running lights, 6600 lbs with all my junk
I ran into the same problem. I solved my situation by taking a piece of wood & making an adapter which fit the 08 truck & the old tailgate. If you don't have tools to make it, check with a friend who could make it. It is quite easy to make & can be done with minimum of effort. Good Luck.
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I had to buy a new rv tail gate when I traded my Chevy 3500 for an 08 F450. Purchased at Camping World (don't remember the brand, but made in Canada) and it came with a separate bracket that is designed just for the Ford application. The tail gate fitting on the drivers side is a unique shape. You might be able to get a bracket from this company (check for the company name at the Camping World web site) and solve your problem.
I have a Job #2 with the rear camera and tail gate step. The weight of that tailgate is really substantial compared to the Chevy---almost need two people to manage it otherwise I love it.
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2008 F-450 Lariat Black over Silver, Med Gray Leather, Automatic, High capacity tow 4:88s, 200A Alt, Nav System, Sirius Sat, Upfitter switches, Moonroof, backup camera, tailgate step, traction control, Audiophile 6-disc, heated seats, rear sensors, tailgate step.
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I have the same tail gate. Used it on my 99, 01, 05, and now the 08. I did have to buy a new drivers side bracket for the 08. It cost $25.00.
I have the tail gate step on the 08 and I cannot change it by myself. Of course I'm in the "GEEZER" stage of life. [img]/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/cool.gif[/img]
Shawn
__________________ 2008 F-450, 4 X 4 with 4.30's, auto with manual transfer case with factory cup holders. All options except sunroof and nav. Line X with Extra. 24K Draw-Tite Signature Series Fifth Wheel Hitch. 65 Gallon KSH Marine fuel/tool combo in bed. Viar 480C compressor with 8 gallon tank. Hadley Air Horns hooked up to Auto Mate alarm. PICTURES
gearjammer where did you buy it? i checked with the place i got the gate from and they said they have nothing for it at all. could not even sell me a new gate (which i would not buy)
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08 f450 KR 4X4, no roof, no tv, everything else
05 KZ New Vision 41ft toy hauler
03 harley roadking classic
03 honda rubicon
05 bombardier DS650 http://i5.tinypic.com/4ue76eq.jpg
I originally purchased my tail gate from Camping World. I knew the make of it and Googled the manufacturer which was in Canada. Called them up and they sent me the new part and a letter was attached asking for $25.00 for the part since my gate was out of warrenty. I sent the $25.00.
Shawn
__________________ 2008 F-450, 4 X 4 with 4.30's, auto with manual transfer case with factory cup holders. All options except sunroof and nav. Line X with Extra. 24K Draw-Tite Signature Series Fifth Wheel Hitch. 65 Gallon KSH Marine fuel/tool combo in bed. Viar 480C compressor with 8 gallon tank. Hadley Air Horns hooked up to Auto Mate alarm. PICTURES
I know this is a little late, but does the bracket supplied by the gate manufactuer, the bracket for a 07' or later. I am just curious, because I saved my gate from my 05'
__________________ 2008 F-450, 4 X 4 with 4.30's, auto with manual transfer case with factory cup holders. All options except sunroof and nav. Line X with Extra. 24K Draw-Tite Signature Series Fifth Wheel Hitch. 65 Gallon KSH Marine fuel/tool combo in bed. Viar 480C compressor with 8 gallon tank. Hadley Air Horns hooked up to Auto Mate alarm. PICTURES
I have a Stromberg Carlson V gate which I originally bought for my '03. I emailed them about an adapter for my '08 and they put one in the mail no charge! That's what I call customer service.
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2008 F-450, 4 X 4 with 4.30's, auto with manual transfer case with factory cup holders. All options except sunroof and nav. Line X with Extra. 24K Draw-Tite Signature Series Fifth Wheel Hitch. 65 Gallon KSH Marine fuel/tool combo in bed. Viar 480C compressor with 8 gallon tank. Hadley Air Horns hooked up to Auto Mate alarm.
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