bfast54 wrote:
I did that as well, and I painted a sheet of plywood black, fastened it to gate inside..when I used my flexible cover .
Bingo!
The SC $200. variety from Northern Tool
Ditto on the black plywood - plus a DIY removable section for the "V" notch.
E-Z ....TG stays "up" when hitching-unhitching.
And yes - I use a Fold-A-Cover when not towing.
Sure the factory -or a higher priced variety would look better - but
stock (factory) TGs on pickups are a "HOT" item.
Make sure you have a theft deterrent if you prefer the factory item!
High demand due to damages - E-Z to steal, non-traceable.
Also "viscous cycle" - stolen? Owner needs another.
Insurance "covers theft? Check your deductible.
Mine stays on all the time...:C
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