Automatic Tailgate Control For Your Pickup

Automatic Tailgate Control For Your Pickup PICKUPS Accessories 27-2-9 This new battery-operated actuator mounts inside your pickup bed and automatically opens and closes the tailgate on-the-go, improving the vehicle's fuel efficiency. Using a remote control, you can also manually open and close the tailgate at any position. The "Droptail" mounts along one side of the bed and takes up only about 1 in. of cargo space. A microprocessor receives a speed signal from the vehicle's computer processing unit. The actuator automatically opens the tailgate as soon as the pickup reaches a certain speed, then closes the tailgate before the vehicle comes to a stop. The open tailgate reduces aerodynamic drag and will improve fuel efficiency by 5 to 10 percent, says JSC Engineering, Inc., Calabasas, Calif. The open tailgate also improves back-up visibility. And, it makes it easier to hook up to a fifth wheel trailer. The tailgate's original support cables still carry all the load. If there's cargo in the bed, the tailgate will not open automatically as long as the tailgate was lowered before placing items into the bed. Also, you can lock the tailgate in any position manually using the remote control at any time. The unit fits over most spray-on and under-rail bedliners. Some liners may require modification. Fits 1988 and newer GM full-size Fleetside pickups and 1997 and newer Ford F-150 Styleside pickups. Sells for $499 plus $14.95 S&H. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, JSC Engineering, Inc., 26500 W. Agoura Rd., Suite 102-503, Calabasas, Calif. 91302 (ph 877 707-8245 or 818 878-0578; fax 818 880-5294); Website: www.droptail.com).

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