Weatherstriping the tailgate

XTRUKY · #1 07-12-2006, 11:02 AM

Has anyone weatherstriped the tailgate before or after installing a bedrug.
I have just ordered one, but notice a LOT of sunlight around the tailgate seams, which means dust will get in. I know someone makes it, I've read about it, just can't find the subject, when you need it.

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masshol · #2 07-14-2006, 05:22 PM

Pretty sure jcwhitney has tons of weatherstripping, some vehicle specific but also some universal kits and i think they may even have a tailgate weatherstripping kit.

MassFord · #3 07-15-2006, 08:25 PM

Home Depot. You can buy the stuff by the roll...

rkmass06 · #4 07-28-2006, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MassFord

Home Depot. You can buy the stuff by the roll...

My 2005 F250 had a wide opening at the tailgate. I purchased the weather striping specifically for this purpose at the local Full Metal Jacket Dealer(spray on liner dealer). It solved that problem. The cost was about $20.00. I suspect it might be the same as what you can find in Home Depot or Loews.

mgraves8 · #5 07-28-2006, 10:29 AM

I'm pretty sure you should be able to pick that up at your local Ford Dealership or any place that does Truck Accessories. . . and $20 should get it done. .

I put a bed rug into my 2006 FX4 i picked up 2 weeks ago and didn't put a seal kit in but I am going to shortly. . went throught the car wash for a quick rinse and got just a little water inside the bed around the tailgate. . no big deal but might as well have her sealed up. .. . .

good luck!!

BlueFlareside · #6 07-28-2006, 11:48 AM

Go to Home Depot and buy some wehaterstripping. It will only cost you around $8-$10. Save some money for another mod. Look for Marine & Automtive EPDM rubber weatherseal.