weight of the tailgate, can 1 person remove it?

[xtopherfishing]

I was reading the owner's manual and it stated that they recommend two people when trying to remove the tailgate. I live alone, so how many of you think one person can remove it without having to drop it? I am thinking I can lift about 80 lbs maximum for a short while...so you think the tailgate is heavier than that? HAve any of you removed it using just one person without dropping it? Thanks for the help.

[nizmut]

I have removed and reinstalled mine by my self

[05N1SM0]

Suggest that for the first time you have two people, then you can make an educated judgement for yourself safely. FYI, I also have done mine by myself.

[Autospirit]

Re-installing can be a little awkward the first time, but its easily do-able. I'm around 5'11" 165 if that helps

[FitzIngarage]

You might want to roll up a heavy blanket and place it on top of the bumper and place another one or two on the driveway below. That way, if it's too heavy or awkward, you'll have a cushioned place to set it down. Smart of you to think of this!

[Serrated]

i took mime off no prob, by myself.

[mustard23]

I take mine off and on by my self.. putting it on is a little tricky 'cause my taligate hinges are bent, (who's arn't?) so it take little bit of force to pop it in.

[UpFront]

Just curious... Why are you removing it?

[2WD_NISMO]

they say that for liability reasons. anybody except for a 3rd grade girl should be able to remove it.

[jaf06se]

Ya, our tailgates are exremely light. They are a little akward, first time itll be a little weird to get balance with it, but its not hard at all. Just open it, grab in center, tilt to I think it's like a 45* angle and lift. My hinges are bent too, I had to take mine off to pound out a dent that I got in it from the tailgate lifting up when it was opened once I think. Not that hard to do.