To Tailgate or not to tailgate.

Off.

I think newer tailgates are designed to be able to be run when down. If not, then why are tailgate extenders a factory option?

Some TCs, a tailgate isn't an issue. Others, the gate may need to be removed and put somewhere secure (the local tweakers love stealing truck tailgates.)

So you have the use of your bed, you can pay $60 for a Pro Net that you can carry along rolled up in your TC, but when the TC is off, you still have tailgate-like functionality for items.

I had a TC and traveled many a mile with tailgate down without damage.

put the tailgate to better use …



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I had a long camper on a short bed and would leave the tailgate on when I carried it. I never had a problem myself with damage when leaving it on and liked the fact that I had it when I got to where I was going. I still have a short bed with a Lance 855 and have to remove my tailgate when in use. I don't like not having the tailgate when I get to where I am going.. JMTC

Nay. Won't help being on, but could damage the tailgate.

Nay. Camper doesn't need it and it's only going to do damage to the tailgate.

I'd take it off to save weight. With a TC, especially on a 250 diesel 4x4, you'll need to save weight anywhere you can.

That what salesman say that don't THINK!

Tailgate down, rocks punching dings and holes and scratches all over the TG as you drive.

Not a good idea ...