Product Summary

C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, K3500, C35, C15

  • Fits 1988 - 1998 Old Body Style GM Trucks
  • "Gate Saver" is an easy install and addition
  • Slows the tailgate opening action allowing your tailgate to open freely without slamming after unlatching
  • Comes complete with: dampener, balls studs (2x), and jam nut for an easy install
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Key Specs

MFG. Part #8898TGS
BrandLS Fabrication
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LS Fabrication 8898TGS Details

LS Fabrication's "Gate Saver" or Tailgate Assist Shock/Strut – 1988-1998 Chevy Truck adds eye catching customization to your OBS Chevy truck. The "Gate Saver" is an easy install and addition to the tailgate of your 88-98 Chevy truck.

  • Fits 1988 - 1988 Old Body Style GM Trucks
  • "Gate Saver" is an easy install and addition
  • Slows the tailgate opening action allowing your tailgate to open freely without slamming after unlatching
  • Comes complete with: dampener, balls studs (2x), and jam nut for an easy install.

The Tailgate Saver will work with both tailgate straps and cables but in the case of tailgate straps require the removal of the driver side tailgate strap is required to install. Please use your discretion on the weight capabilities with a single tailgate strap.

LS Fabrication 8898TGS Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #8898TGS
BrandLS Fabrication

Ratings & Reviews

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Customers are very satisfied, highlighting the product's excellent quality and simple installation. Its practicality is praised, with features working as designed and users considering modifications to further enhance its usability. Its ease of integration offers a notable upgrade to older models. Superior to competitors, it's a recommended product, despite weight holding concerns.

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2.0

5 months ago

Toolman

Fort Thomas KY

Verified

There are no instructions am I supposed to guess where the bolts go?

Really happy with operation

5.0

5 months ago

Joe

Defiance ohio

Verified

Used on 88 c10. Works as designed. Debating on making it dual action. Only issue with that is that it wouldn't hold any weight.

Would Recommend

Excellent "Modern" upgrade for an OBS Truck!

5.0

a year ago

Ernie

Ellabell, GA

Verified

Easy to install, simply drill one hole. Hardware and instructions were easy to work with. Nice addition!

Would Recommend

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Questions & Answers

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Does installation use existing holes/hardware, or is drilling required?

by Tim

• 3 months ago

1 answer

Is there any drilling required? Jay/Seattle

by Jay

• 3 months ago

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