

🚚 Elevate your tailgate game—smooth, strong, and built to last!
The Orion Motor Tech Tailgate Assist is a heavy-duty, vehicle-specific shock absorber designed to slow the drop of your tailgate for safer, smoother operation. Compatible with 2004-2014 Ford F-150 and 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT models, it features electroplated alloy steel construction with riveted mounts for superior durability and corrosion resistance. Installation is quick and drill-free, and it includes a protective mylar sheet to prevent scratches, making it a must-have upgrade for truck owners seeking reliability and convenience.










































| ASIN | B08CD3VFPC |
| Auto Part Position | Rear |
| Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | #519 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #1 in Automotive Replacement Shocks |
| Brand | Orion Motor Tech |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (7,207) |
| Date First Available | July 5, 2020 |
| Extended Length | 36.6 Centimeters |
| Exterior Finish | Black |
| Item Weight | 1.46 pounds |
| Item model number | OMT-43200 |
| Manufacturer | Orion Motor Tech |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Orion Motor Tech |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Model | OMT-43200 |
| Package Dimensions | 13.54 x 5.51 x 1.46 inches |
| Vehicle Service Type | Truck |
A**Y
GREAT PRODUCT
Everything you need for installation is included, minus a wrench. Instructions are very clear, and the setup process was quick and easy! It took me about 10 minutes. This product works great on my old truck. My tailgate is very rusty and dented, but this strut still works great! Very high quality and worth the money!
B**1
It’s only made for drivers side.
It will only work on the drivers side. I bought two because of the reviews but the bottom bracket is only made for the drivers side. Easy to install and it does help tremendously but two would be better. I thought I’d be able to cut the mount to fit but it will not align properly. I attempted to return the item but the seller stated no need to return! Fantastic to work with, amazing customer support and refund was immediate!
K**R
Actually works, well worth it!!
Honestly very impressed with this kit. I never leave reviews but I have to for this. Cheap and very nicely packaged. Comes with detailed picture instructions and is very easy to install. I have a 2011 f150 with a heavy step tailgate with 0 support left in it as the brackets broken, now with this I can open the handle and let the tailgate drop with no hands and it slowly drops. Highly recommend
K**Z
Fits and works great, really need longer Torx wrenches
The mounting plates fit perfectly and installation straightforward. I encountered two issues: 1. I was unable to remove the T50 and T30 Torx bolts without using a bit and large rachet (which luckily i already own), you need more leverage than the provided wrench enables 2. Once the bottle opener was removed i faced the choice of re-inserting the bolts to fill the holes or buy two plugs. I opted to buy plugs (picture attached) once installed the tail gate opens so much better without worrying about it dropping.
R**W
Great purchase
Easy to install and works excellent. Slows tailgate falling and even makes it easier to close
J**N
Easy Install. Works Great
First of all. Before it broke, this tailgate assist device worked perfectly. Lowered tailgate 3 times since installation and pin broke from weld. 1 Month update. Bracket broke within a week. Contacted seller and they sent me a replacement within a week. Very good customer service. Thank you.
A**T
Keeps tailgate from slamming open. Does not do much to assist closing tailgate.
Since these were only 20 dollars a piece I went ahead and ordered and installed 2. I tried the tailgate after the drivers side was installed. It slowed the tailgate opening considerably. Not much help with closing the tailgate but everything worked as it should. After the passenger side was installed it is much slower to open. Still no difference in closing. There are slight clearance issues with the passenger side installed when the tailgate is almost closed. It would probably be fine with just one shock. Given the price of this kit and how easy it was to install, I'm happy I got two. I'll keep looking at it to see if I can locate and eliminate the friction I'm currently experiencing. I will update this review if/when I figure it out. Overall this seems like a quality kit for the money.
E**D
One is good, two will make it better.
I ordered this for a 2014 F250. Very pleased with the price and quality. Instructions were provided and very adequate for installation. I am ordering a second one to place on the passenger side of the tailgate. The tailgate I have has a fold down step and grab bar to climb into the bed. Pickup is a crew cab with 4 wheel drive. Tailgate is very heavy. One assist mechanism works good and slows down the drop of the tailgate. I think a second one would slow it down better where my adult daughter could easily operate the tailgate.
C**N
don't buy don't as work how they say it does tail gate still drops hard
F**Z
Fácil instalación
M**K
No me ayudó en nada en mi F250 modelo de 1997 a 2003, la tapa sigue bajando de golpe y sigue costando bastante subirla, no quiero gastar más pero a lo mejor necesitaba dos de estos y dudo que aún así pueda ayudar en algo notabe.
G**K
Super simple to install and works great. Instructions were good with pictures and simple wording. Made a huge difference in my tailgate.
S**L
Muy bien y fácil de poner
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