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Description
An Altman Easy Latch tailgate kit for the 1967–1972 Ford F-100. It brings the same smooth, positive close found in the Altman Easy Latch door systems to the back of the truck, and it mounts using the holes already in your tailgate.
Features
- Altman Easy Latch mechanism for a smooth tailgate closing action.
- Mounts to factory holes — no drilling new holes and no major fabrication.
- Stainless steel striker plates.
- Stainless steel latch cover plates.
- Stainless steel striker pins and hardware.
- Upgraded tailgate support cables replace the factory steel safety straps.
Fitment notes
The kit is engineered specifically for the 1967–1972 Ford F-100.
Truck compatibility and specs
Fits these trucks
1967–1972
Not sure this is the right part for your truck? Send us your year, make and model and we will confirm the fit before you order.
Specifications
- Part number
- AETGL-FT6772
- Material
- Raw Steel
- Brand
- Tre5
- Interior / Exterior
- Exterior
- Weight
- 2.3 kg
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Installation
The kit mounts using your factory holes, so there is no drilling and no major fabrication.
The latch assembly does need minimal trimming to fit.
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Tailgate Latch Kit - 67-72 Ford Truck
Common questions
How do I know it fits my truck?
This part is listed for 1967–1972 Ford F100, F150, F250, F350 and Bronco. The full year, make and model list is in the Truck Compatibility tab on this page. If your truck has been modified, or you are between two of the year ranges we list, send us the year, make and model and we will confirm the fit before you order rather than after.
What if it is not right for the truck?
You have 30 days from delivery to return it by mail. Return shipping is on you, and the part needs to come back uninstalled and unmodified - once a part has been trimmed or welded it cannot go back. Made-to-order items are final sale. The full terms are on our returns page.
Can I install this myself?
It is designed for a home install with ordinary hand tools, and the fitment notes on this page list anything that needs drilling, trimming or welding. Where an installation guide or video exists for the part it is linked in the Installation tab.
Still not sure? Contact us before you order.
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