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Old May 6, 2011 | 03:56 PM
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Default Loose tailgate hinge
Has anyone had a issue with worn tailgate hinges on a 08?
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Old May 6, 2011 | 04:03 PM
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I have an 07, use my tailgate a bunch, but have had no problems with mine.
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Old May 6, 2011 | 04:10 PM
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Do you have bigger than a 32" tire on the tailgate?
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Old May 6, 2011 | 05:10 PM
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It has the stock wheel and tire but I live on a very rough road an it bounces alot.. I need to take the hinge apart I guess and see if it's a loose hinge bolt or bushing or something.. Anybody know how to get the plastic covers off the hinges?
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Old May 6, 2011 | 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Smizar
It has the stock wheel and tire but I live on a very rough road an it bounces alot.. I need to take the hinge apart I guess and see if it's a loose hinge bolt or bushing or something.. Anybody know how to get the plastic covers off the hinges?
They just pop off.
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Old May 6, 2011 | 05:42 PM
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Great thanks
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Old May 7, 2011 | 05:55 PM
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Bad bushings
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Old May 7, 2011 | 09:21 PM
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Had mind replaced too. Stock tire, lots of brutal logging roads n
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Old Jun 6, 2011 | 10:23 AM
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Bad bushings
Was it an easy fix? I drive on BAD Detroit roads! Lots o' potholes!!
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Old Jun 7, 2011 | 02:30 AM
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Is there anything that can't be fixed with Duct Tape?



I always keep a roll or two in the Jeep...
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