Tailgate Saver Shock (Strut) – 99-06 GMC Chevy Truck

The dampener, two ball studs and a jam nut. Some year kits are also offered with a pair of replacement tailgate cables as an option at the top of the page.

Both. It works with tailgate cables on either side of the gate, and it works on a truck running straps - though on a strap truck the driver side strap has to come off to make room for it. Use your own judgement about what the gate will carry on a single strap.

The rate of fall depends on gate weight, so a box liner, a tailgate cap, heavy body work or anything else added to the gate changes how fast it drops. The dampener is sized for a normal gate.

Yes - the ball stud locations are drilled, and the written installation instructions on our site give the measurements. Measure and centre punch before you drill: the most common install mistake reported to us is a hole placed slightly too high, which then fouls the lower taillight screw.

This part is listed for 1999–2006 Chevy and GMC Sierra and Silverado. 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.

It is a stock item and leaves our warehouse in 1-3 business days. Transit after that is typically 2-5 business days in the United States. Larger orders can arrive in more than one box on different days.