Got a question about running the wires from the cab to the back. Any reason why I couldn't or shouldn't run the wires covered in split loom through the frame rails? I'm considering trying it that way, but may end up just tying them up somewhere along the way.

 

I dont see a problem.. Go for it..

 

I did mine that way (wire loom) ran it thru the frame but once you get to the axle area I found it to be blocked so I ran it outside the frame for about 18 inches.

 

I believe that is how they ran my wires for my power lock on my ARE LSII fiberglass tonneau...

 

Got it done today, much easier than I imagined. I was able to run my leads inside the frame from the rear all the way up to the front door. I did get "blocked" right in front of the rear axle where the crossmember comes through the frame. I used a coat hanger and had just enough space to squeeze under that crossmember. Thanks to Myst and everyone else for sharing info on this.

 

I'd like to say hi and thanks for the great idea and detailed instructions. Just finished my tailgate lock and it works great. The job took a couple of hours and didn't really cost much as the electric lock was donated and I already had all the wiring and connectors from work. Except I own the business so I guess I did pay for the misc parts that I needed. It's nice knowing that the tailgate is locked when the truck is. Bill

 

Finally did this little project today...well not so little, it took me about 3 hours... My 04 tailgate is just different enough than Dave's 05 that I had to re-analyze the mounting of the actuator. But it all worked out in the end - sorta. The actuator is so dang big that I lose one of the panel mounting screws, but don't think it will be an issue. I couldn't beleive how big the actuator is in real life! And loud, too. Looks just like Dave's so I assume it is the correct one.

Oh and one of my connectors turned out to be bad so for now the tailgate wiring is not removeable, but I'll fix that in a day or two.

Still very happy with the MOD, thanks to Dave for the instructions and pictures...
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