Dee Zee Full Tailgate Protector

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Features

  • Your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector is custom-designed for a perfect fit onto your specific year, make and model
  • Gives you complete coverage of your tailgate—from the top edge all the way down to its base
  • The Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector's full coverage stops shifting cargo from destroying your vulnerable cargo bay door
  • Wrought from thick, durable slabs of heavy-gauge aluminum, and finished with an eye-catching diamond-tread
  • Your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector comes in your choice of powder coats: the polished UltraGuard or the glossy Black-Tread
  • For the ultimate protection, pair your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector with a set of Brite-Tread Side Bed Caps and the Brite-Tread Full Front Box Protector
  • Utilizes a sturdy 3M adhesive and bolt-down mount—ensuring a shift-free fit with only minimal drilling
  • Your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector is covered by a 1-year warranty

Description

Your tailgate has to put up with a lot of abuse—freight dragging across it, timber crashing down on it and, finally, being slammed shut against overfull loads. Give your cargo bay door complete protection against dents, grazes and nicks with Dee Zee’s Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector.

The Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector is fully custom-designed for a precise fit onto your truck. Your entire tailgate is protected—from the top edge down to the base. That way, you’re always covered when your cargo decides to start sliding around.

Wrought from heavy-duty aluminum, your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector can withstand even the most punishing conditions. Plus, the diamond-tread finish adds a tough edge to your truck’s presence.

For an intense defense against the elements, your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector is treated with Dee Zee’s special powder coating. Choose between the BriteGuard polished coating or the glossy Black-Tread finish. 1-year warranty.

Notes

  • For the most secure mount possible, some light drilling is required to install your Brite-Tread Full Tailgate Protector.

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Posted on 08/26/2009 by Jon S. - 2009 Chevy Silverado (Cedar City,UT)

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"I really like the tailgate protector but needs to be shaped better around the top of the tailgate"

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2009 Chevy Silverado
 
Tailgate Protector

Posted on 07/30/2009 by Tammy B. - 2008 Dodge Ram (Potlatch,ID)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"We were disappointed at how thin this "protector" is and feel the thickness or gage should have been in the item description. It arrived with two dents from the strapping material on the box for shipping. Dented awful easy but we did get it straightened out. The black is beautiful just hope it doesn't scratch off easily."

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About Tammy B.
Vehicle
2008 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
Hunting,fishing, camping, etc.
 
I love it

Posted on 07/22/2009 by Denny L. - 2006 Ford F-350 (Charlotte,NC)

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"I love my full tailgate protector!!!! It was easy and simple and it looks great with my sprayin liner that abuse has eaten away on my tail gate."

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About Denny L.
Vehicle
2006 Ford F-350
I use my vehicle for
Full duty work truck,Dually
 
Tailgate Protector for Toyota Tundra

Posted on 04/16/2009 by Alan R. - 2008 Toyota Tundra (San Marcos,CA)

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful.

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"Mounted easily and offers some additional strength for the wimpy 08 Tundra tailgate. I had already torn up two plastic top caps, so the protector helps this part survive and offers some additional rigidity for the tailgate. It's a big piece of shiny aluminum, however, I would have preferred it to be black anodized (but then it would show scratches)."

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About Alan R.
Vehicle
2008 Toyota Tundra
I use my vehicle for
Towing, 4 wheeling, daily driver
 
Tailgate protected

Posted on 02/18/2009 by Ron S. - 2008 Toyota Tundra (Jeffersonville,IN)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

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"I run an electrical service truck and carry a 1 man lift in the bed of the truck. I was in need of protecting my tailgate from being bent when ever I pulled the 1200 lb lift off to use. With a little reinforcement under the plate (12x12x3/16" steel plate) it handles the job great. It helps to hide the reinforcememt plate and provides a smooth transition from bed to tailgate plus the diamond plating adds grip to the surface when walking on it. It will prevent me from replacing this tailgate several times from removing and loading the lift. A new taigate costs 600$, plus paint, plus installation I called to see about this option and it's no comparison. The ease of installation had most of the factory screw holes line up with the plates making it so I was able to install and not have to pay someone else to do it. Overall this item is well worth the cost which is reasonable and it looks great."

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About Ron S.
Vehicle
2008 Toyota Tundra
I use my vehicle for
Electrical service
 
Good News/Bad News

Posted on 02/04/2009 by John D G. - 2004 Dodge Ram (Angwin,CA)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

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"I bought the DeeZee tailgate protector and the side rail protectors. They look really GREAT!! Quality of the product was good and they really improve the looks of my Dodge. But there were several negatives. The side rails were missing some of the installation screws and the tailgate protector had no double sided tape. I think DeeZee needs better quality control to be sure every kit is complete before shipment. Also, bear in mind these protectors are aluminum and can scratch, dent and scuff fairly easily."

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About John D G.
Vehicle
2004 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
Work and Play
 
GOOD LOOKING TAILGATE COVER

Posted on 12/17/2008 by Randy W. - 1996 Dodge Ram (El Cerrito,CA)

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

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"ORDER CAME ON TIME,UNBOXED IT AND INTALLED IT IN LESS THAN 5 MINUTES.LOOKS GREAT"

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About Randy W.
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1996 Dodge Ram
 
Happy but!

Posted on 07/24/2008 by Michael B. - 2009 Ford F-350 (Granby,MA)

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"Overall this is a excellent product. My only complaint is the mounting holes are not drilled in exact locations. Some mesaging of the protector was need to get the screw started. Overall it is a great product."

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About Michael B.
Vehicle
2009 Ford F-350
 
Money well spent

Posted on 07/01/2008 by Barton K. (Port Charlotte,FL)

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"The protector went on easy.Looks good.Couldn't beat your price."

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About Barton K.
 
awesome product

Posted on 03/26/2008 by Christopher R. - 2003 Dodge Ram (Topton,NC)

2 of 5 people found the following review helpful.

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"its one of the best additions ive put on my new dodge 1500 it changed the whole appearence of the rear end of my truck i love it and the installation was simple i had it on and down the road in ten minutes"

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About Christopher R.
Vehicle
2003 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
everything
 
Tailgater

Posted on 02/11/2008 by Rod K. - 2008 Dodge Ram (Cambridge,OH)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

"Tailgate protector not only looks good, but fit very well. I installed the 8 metal screws that came with the protector and it secured it perfectly. I'm very pleased that the order only took several days."

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About Rod K.
Vehicle
2008 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
work
 
LOOKS GREAT

Posted on 02/05/2008 by Gary M. - 2006 Dodge Ram (Needville,TX)

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

"The Dee Zee tailgate protector looks great"

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About Gary M.
Vehicle
2006 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
travel
 
Dee Zee is great

Posted on 01/10/2008 by Aaron B. - 1996 Chevy C/K 2500 (Marysville,OH)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

"I've never had a problem with anything from the "Dee Zee" brand. Their bed rail covers are the best around and I'm sure I'll have the same experience with the tailgate protector!"

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About Aaron B.
Vehicle
1996 Chevy C/K 2500
I use my vehicle for
hauling and play
 
2nd time purchaser

Posted on 12/22/2007 by Michael S. - 2008 Dodge Ram (Cook,MN)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

"I use the deezee full endgate protector on my delivery vehicle it makes for a smooth skid resistant surface to dolly stuff across also I like the way it looks I pop rivet mine on as the screws eventually work loose 20 min install clamping corners insures a good fit."

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About Michael S.
Vehicle
2008 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
commercial delivery
 
D. F./Fredericksburg Virginia

Posted on 11/13/2007 by Shawn F. - 1996 Chevy Silverado (Fredericksburg,VA)

"The Dee Zee tailgate protector was a gift for my son, and he absolutely loves it! He has gotten so many compliments on it. It totally changes the appearence of his truck. Also great price."

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About Shawn F.
Vehicle
1996 Chevy Silverado
I use my vehicle for
commuting and family activities
 
Tailgate Protector

Posted on 09/13/2007 by Paul S. - 1987 Ford F250 (Idaho Falls,ID)

"Very nice, but could be longer to cover more of the lower tailgate."

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About Paul S.
Vehicle
1987 Ford F250
I use my vehicle for
business
 
Dee Zee Full Tailgate Protector

Posted on 09/05/2007 by Scott V. - 2003 Dodge Ram (Egg Harbor Township,NJ)

"Great product, very easy to install. I like the way it looks so much that I ordered the full front protector also."

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About Scott V.
Vehicle
2003 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
Travel, Family Activities, Communiting, Etc.
 
Great product

Posted on 09/01/2007 by Michael L. - 2005 Dodge Ram (Glen Burnie,MD)

""Great looking product and easy to install. A++++"

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About Michael L.
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
work and pleasure
 
Just Right

Posted on 05/13/2007 by Ian S. - 2006 Dodge Ram (Bristol,RI)

"Took minutes to install,looks great and does the job."

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About Ian S.
Vehicle
2006 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
Work
 
nice addition

Posted on 04/22/2007 by Joe G. - 1999 Ford F250 (Rock Springs,WY)

"looks great but also protects"

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About Joe G.
Vehicle
1999 Ford F250
I use my vehicle for
everything, constantly towing trailers, hauling parts
 
full tailgate protector

Posted on 03/26/2007 by Ricardo P. - 2005 Dodge Ram (Laredo,TX)

"not only protects the tailgate, but allows easier platform to slide stuff into the bed. I used rivets instead of the screws supplied."

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About Ricardo P.
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
ranching, hunting
 
nice, but noisy

Posted on 10/18/2006 by William K. - 2007 Dodge Ram (Tomball,TX)

"You'd think I had both my kids banging trash can lids together in the back of my truck with the amount of racket. Fixed it (and a lot of possible damage to my paint, I reckon) with a couple of well placed pieces of Dynamat."

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About William K.
Vehicle
2007 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
Ranch
 
No Curves

Posted on 09/06/2006 by Drayton D. - 2006 Dodge Ram (Elk City,OK)

"The protector is made of good diamond plate but, its not molded to the curves of my tailgate. It still looks great and does what its meant to."

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About Drayton D.
Vehicle
2006 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
work
 
Super Duty black tailgate protector

Posted on 07/01/2006 by Michael B. - 2002 Ford F250 (Orangeburg,SC)

"I've had my tailgate protector for a few weeks now and so far have been fairly pleased. It fits fairly well but you should know that it doesn't come all the way to the bottom of the tailgate (none of the protectors do for any models that I know of) and you will probably want to keep your factory tailgate cap on under it for a cleaner look. Other than that, it looks very sharp, and I'm pleased with both it and the promptness of my order!"

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About Michael B.
Vehicle
2002 Ford F250
I use my vehicle for
every day driving, towing, farm use, hobby use
 
Tailgate Protector

Posted on 04/25/2006 by John M. - 2006 Dodge Ram (Parkesburg,PA)

"Very sharp looking and not slippery so you can work on it while saving the paint job on my tailgate which take a lot of abuse."

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About John M.
Vehicle
2006 Dodge Ram
I use my vehicle for
Work
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