Can a tailgate cable handle the weight of an ATV?
With regards to loading multiple types of large recreational vehicles, most manufacturers will state that tailgate cables are not designed to handle to weight of an ATV, motorcycle, or golf cart. In the early to mid-90’s there were numerous recalls of tailgate cables from several makes and models of trucks.
What are tailgate cables made of?
Most tailgate cables are made of multiple thin steel cables wrapped with a protective rubber, nylon cover or other protective material. Today’s cables are designed for high performance and built to last. Both and after-market tailgate supports are designed to handle extra loads, however none carry set weight ratings.
Why are tailgate cables made stronger and more durable?
Today, tailgate cables are made stronger and more durable because more people are using their pickups for hauling a variety of different items that put stress on the tailgate, and its cables. Most tailgate cables are made of multiple thin steel cables wrapped with a protective rubber, nylon cover or other protective material.
How can I reduce the weight of my tailgate?
Laying planks of wood down lengthways on your bed and tailgate is one way to help disperse the direct weight of heavy loads on your tailgate, and you should always make sure your vehicle is rated to haul the entire weight of your cargo.
What is tailgate cable?
Why are tailgate cables so strong?
What happened to the tailgate cables on a 2004 GMC Ramp?
How to disperse heavy loads on a truck?
What to do if one of your cables looks like it's on its way out?
Can tailgate cables handle weight?
Did GMC recall tailgate cables?
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I'm new to the forum so please forgive me if I couldn't locate a thread that may have already covered this. I brought home a 2015 Silverado 1500 and would be interested to know if there is a weight limit for the tailgate. I'm sure driving an ATV or Motorcycle up to load it would be OK since all t...
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What's the chevrolet silverado tailgate weight limit?
The tailgate cable capacity for the Chevrolet Silverado can vary depending on factors such as placement of the load, the gross vehicle weight, wheelbase, and length of the loading Ramp. Typically tailgate support cables are 3/16" with a safe working load of 840 lbs. Cable tension ranges froM307 to 710 for the 2006 2500 HD with a 300 lb load placed evenly (i.e., 150 lbs on either side).
What is tailgate cable?
Tailgate Cables Share the Load. Tailgate cables level the tailgate to the truck’s bed whenever it is lowered, which makes it easier for loads to be put in and taken out of your vehicle. The tailgate can sometimes end up as a loading platform for ATVs, motorcycles, and other equipment; if the cargo is too large then sometimes it shares ...
Why are tailgate cables so strong?
Today, tailgate cables are made stronger and more durable because more people are using their pickups for hauling a variety of different items that put stress on the tailgate, and its cables .
What happened to the tailgate cables on a 2004 GMC Ramp?
In the fall of 2004, one of Discount Ramps’ salesmen was sitting on the back of his tailgate with a friend after a day of hunting when one of the cables snapped! The day before, they had unloaded a four wheeler with a ramp and if the cable had broken at any point in their transportation process it could have been a disaster for the four wheeler and their truck. It turned out that GMC had a recall on the tailgate cables. The truck was brand new so they took it to the nearest GMC dealership and got the cables replaced immediately. They asked what the cables were rated for, and were simply told by the staff that they should be replaced regularly if they look worn or damaged. Stay on top of manufacturer notifications regarding your make and model so that you can keep ahead of the game instead of doing damage control when a recalled cable fails.
How to disperse heavy loads on a truck?
Laying planks of wood down lengthways on your bed and tailgate is one way to help disperse the direct weight of heavy loads on your tailgate, and you should always make sure your vehicle is rated to haul the entire weight of your cargo.
What to do if one of your cables looks like it's on its way out?
If one of your cables looks like it’s on its way out, replace both cables are the same time – with the protective covering, hidden rust isn’t always visible so if one is compromised the other could be as well.
Can tailgate cables handle weight?
With regards to loading multiple types of large recreational vehicles, most manufacturers will state that tailgate cables are not designed to handle to weight of an ATV, motorcycle, or golf cart.
Did GMC recall tailgate cables?
It turned out that GMC had a recall on the tailgate cables. The truck was brand new so they took it to the nearest GMC dealership and got the cables replaced immediately. They asked what the cables were rated for, and were simply told by the staff that they should be replaced regularly if they look worn or damaged.
