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Old 06-16-2013, 09:32 PM   #1
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1965 c10 Tailgate removal

I am in the process of restoring my Fleetside Pick up but cant work out how to remove the tailgate? please help!!!
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Old 06-16-2013, 11:30 PM   #2
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Re: 1965 c10 Tailgate removal

If it's the same as my 66 I think it's the four bolts at the hinges at the bottom of the tailgate.
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Old 06-16-2013, 11:33 PM   #3
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Re: 1965 c10 Tailgate removal

I have taken those bolts out but how do i remove from the groove it is in? does it slide out some how?
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Old 06-16-2013, 11:34 PM   #4
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Re: 1965 c10 Tailgate removal

Yep, unhook the chains, take out the four bolts, and wiggle the bushings out. Don't lose the mount/bushings!
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Old 06-17-2013, 02:04 AM   #5
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Re: 1965 c10 Tailgate removal

not sure how that works any photos?
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Old 06-17-2013, 08:01 AM   #6
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Hope this helps ...
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