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tail gate handle #2460009
03/02/18 05:39 PM
03/02/18 05:39 PM
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I'd like to add a locking tail gate handle to my early 2009 1500 Ram for added security with my trifold tonneau cover. It's a simple swap. I checked dealer prices for the parts - they're very proud of them, quoting me about $350. Salvage yards are bare. There are after market handles on line. Has anyone done this swap and what parts did you use?

Re: tail gate handle [Re: dragracedr] #2460132
03/02/18 08:53 PM
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Check out Bully locking tailgate handle. They are the best I have found. On my 2012 Ram 1500 R/T I went with the PopLock electric set up. Works with the normal door lock switches and the factory key fob. Took less than an hour to install.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/POP-N-LOCK-PL83...0/142111657534?

Re: tail gate handle [Re: stumpy] #2460141
03/02/18 09:06 PM
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Thanks. I was looking at the Bully handle and I'll probably go with that. Your experience was very helpful.

Re: tail gate handle [Re: stumpy] #2461547
03/05/18 04:33 PM
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I have the Bully manual locking handle on my 07. It was the first thing I ever changed on it. It's been 11 years ago and I'm very happy with it.
Originally Posted By stumpy
Check out Bully locking tailgate handle. They are the best I have found. On my 2012 Ram 1500 R/T I went with the PopLock electric set up. Works with the normal door lock switches and the factory key fob. Took less than an hour to install.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/POP-N-LOCK-PL83...0/142111657534?

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Re: tail gate handle [Re: Jwilli500] #2462468
03/07/18 11:02 AM
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Thanks for the replies. I ordered the Bully key-in handle. Should be here today







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