Do I need tailgate dampers?

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If so which ones work really well.
Use to the cables but seems many have opted to use the Dampers.
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You don't need a tailgate dampener, it's kind of a preference thing. I'm sure since ford skipped adding one that it should be fine after repeatedly being slammed down. I got this one and enjoy having it. Super easy install too.
 


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Of course you don’t! :LOL: Unless you want one.:giggle:
o_O I see I still have a lot of work to do. And we're not talking about your parking either. That's a whole other issue. :shock::giggle:?
 

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o_O I see I still have a lot of work to do. And we're not talking about your parking either. That's a whole other issue. :shock::giggle:?
I don’t really have anything against dampers.:wink: I’m sure if I had ever had one, I would want one on my Ranger. But, you know…it’s just one more thing to wash!:giggle:
 

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Aside from the constant banter on here over the damper, I honestly do really like mine.

Very handy to just pop the handle and let the tailgate drop.
 

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o_O I see I still have a lot of work to do. And we're not talking about your parking either. That's a whole other issue. :shock::giggle:?
You should mention the free park assist that comes with all TGD...kidding Tracy ?
 
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I had one on my previous truck so the first time I opened the Ranger TG I dropped it and knew I had been spoiled.
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