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The Orion Motor Tech Tailgate Assist is a heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant shock designed to control the drop rate of your 2007-2019 Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra tailgate. It installs quickly without drilling, protects your truck from damage caused by free-falling tailgates, and ensures a smooth, hands-free operation that extends the life of your vehicle’s rear end.










































| ASIN | B08MZVQZ46 |
| Auto Part Position | Rear |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,445 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #3 in Automotive Replacement Shocks |
| Brand Name | Orion Motor Tech |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,637) |
| Included Components | 1 x Tailgate Assist Shock, 2 x Mount Plates, 1 x Bolt, 1 x Blind Nut, 1 x Blind Nut Tool, 1 x Mylar Sheet, 1 x Threadlocker, 1 x Torx Wrench, 1 x Instruction Manual |
| Manufacturer | Orion Motor Tech |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Material Type | Carbon Steel |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
M**J
Just ok
The installation bolt and nut are very cheap and stripped almost immediately. Couldn't finish installation properly. Edit: Contacted company. They sent me a replacement unit. Installation was perfect this time and product works great
W**R
Good product
Easy to install and works great
R**S
No more loud drops
This shock was easy enough for anyone with a set of tools to install. It took no more than about 20 minutes and it makes a huge difference when I drop my tailgate. It doesn’t slam onto the bottom anymore, this make it fall down slower and quieter without much added noise. It isn’t intrusive either, it sits at the edge of the tailgate latch relatively tucked away so that’s a plus. I’m hopeful this will last a while given its < $10 price tag. I’ll update if anything happens but about 2 weeks with it and it’s working well
C**Y
Doesn't work on an Avalanche, sadly
I bought this product on a whim knowing that a 2013 Avalanche wasn’t specifically listed in the fitment details. It installed easy but the shaft isn't long enough (that's what she said?) to let the tailgate come completely down. Other than that, it operates very nicely and lowers the tailgate slowly and smoothly. The install was super easy and the rivnut thing holds very well. I might do an additional mod and move the upper plate down a bit to see if that helps but I'm not disappointed with the overall product. Great purchase that should be a factory item.
P**N
Works great
It fit great on my 2018 silverado. Now the tailgate opens smooth and everyone's not slamming it open. Hopefully it last for a while.
G**.
It will install easily If you have the proper tools.
I purchased two kits both have everything needed but the necessary tools. The instructions are for the drivers side and are easy to follow the drivers side installed easily. The second one was mounted on the passenger side the lower mount went on per the instructions the upper needs some modifications I had to remove about 1/4 inch from the side that faces to the front of the truck to get it it to fit because it is actually made for the drivers side after the modification it fit fine. I installed the second kit because the tailgate is really heavy but a second one is not really necessary.
H**N
Fits 2012 Chevy Avalanche!!
The product description will tell you that it DOES NOT fit a Chevy Avalanche, but I was purchased this anyway and got it to work on my 2012 Chevy Avalanche LTZ. No modifications needed other than just following the directions. Now the tailgate doesn't slam down and the product works just as it should.
F**O
Good product
Product works as described and good quality with all the parts to install your self
D**O
Excelente calidad y funciona muy bien , quedo perfectamente
J**S
Muy buena compra
ع**ن
ممتاز
M**.
Very easy to install, instructions are very straight forward. Works like a dream on my 09 gmc sierra. I will definitely be buying another kit for my other vehicle. Very smooth action coming down.
S**N
Delivery was quick within 1 day. Installation was quite simple and installed in 10 minutes,only installed a day ago but works flawlessly so far, tailgate came down nice and smooth and quiet as well. I think I went overboard ABIT and installed one on each side so it could last longer. Only designed to fit the left side but works on the right as well. So far so good.
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