{"product_id":"2020-2025-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-2500-3500-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit","title":"2020-2024 Chevy Silverado GMC Sierra 2500 3500 Tailgate Assist Shock Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- more --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFITMENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500\/3500 HD \u0026amp; GMC Sierra 2500\/3500 HD \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe factory tailgates on Silverado HD and Sierra HD trucks are larger and heavier than standard half-ton pickups. Repeated hard drops can place unnecessary stress on hinges, cables, and mounting components.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Tailgate Assist Shock Kit is specifically engineered for 2020-2024 Silverado 2500HD\/3500HD and Sierra 2500HD\/3500HD models, providing a controlled lowering motion that improves everyday usability while helping reduce impact loads on factory tailgate components.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether you're on a job site, towing equipment, or accessing your truck bed multiple times a day, this upgrade makes every tailgate opening smoother and more controlled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrated specifically for the larger tailgates found on 2500HD and 3500HD trucks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps minimize sudden drops that can place stress on factory cables, hinges, and pivot points.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for trucks that see frequent bed access throughout the workday.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a nutsert mounting system and installation tool designed for a solid, reliable attachment.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA protective Mylar sheet helps reduce the risk of scratches during installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this different from a standard Silverado 1500 tailgate assist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. HD truck tailgates are heavier and require a system engineered specifically for their size and weight characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is a tailgate assist useful on HD trucks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: HD trucks are commonly used for towing, hauling, and job-site work where the tailgate is opened frequently. Controlled lowering improves convenience and helps reduce repeated impact loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does the included nutsert do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The nutsert creates a secure mounting location for the assist system and helps provide long-term installation stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this be installed with basic hand tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The kit includes the necessary installation hardware and mounting components for a straightforward installation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Need a tailgate assist for a 1500 or an older platform?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For 2019-2024 Silverado\/Sierra 1500, we carry a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www..com\/collections\/tonneau-cover\/products\/-2019-2024-chevy-silverado-gmc-sierra-1500-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edirect-fit 1500 kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. For 2007-2018 Silverado\/Sierra 1500\/2500\/3500, check out our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www..com\/collections\/tonneau-cover\/products\/-2007-2018-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-1500-2500-3500-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGMT900\/K2XX platform kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True American Diesel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47261114171580,"sku":"TA-C-0008","price":83.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/4101\/8044\/files\/1_d5ce7646-31f6-4ead-a5ca-227fef2f1e38.png?v=1786464577","url":"https:\/\/trueamericandiesel.com\/products\/2020-2025-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-2500-3500-tailgate-assist-shock-damper-kit","provider":"TrueAmericanDiesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}