Tailgate options - anything better than that giant F-150 lettering?

[RavenYZF-R6]

I ordered and received my first Lightning compatible OEM FordMoCo accessory.

It arrived today from FairWay Ford Wholesale Parts eBay seller account.

eBay link - '21 thru '22 Ford F-150 OEM Genuine Ford Parts Tailgate Damper Kit - ML3Z-5D008-C $72.95

It's only needed for the '22 Lightning PRO models and XLT with the 311A Equipment Group (Base) package.

If you have a Lightning XLT with the 312A higher package, Lariat, Platinum you do not need this tailgate dampening kit.

How To Install video:




It will be sometime in June before I will hopefully get to install this mod. When I receive my Lightning = May 30th build. I will then confirm that this '21 - '22 Ford OEM tailgate dampening part will fit the Lightning.

You get your truck and install this yet?

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[vandy1981]

Maybe one of these stickers?

 

[Biobob]

So I know this has been the standard for a few years, but for me - that giant F-150 across the back is really just kind of hideous, and the way it comes from the factory very cheap looking. Knowing what they've done with the Platinum and King Ranch in the past I feel they missed a great opportunity here to set the Lightning apart.

Anyone have ideas other than enhancing that with the many vinyl or raised stick on letters which are available? I'd very much consider a Platinum style metal band with a cut out or back lighted "Lightning". Should be super easy to have power to tap into for those with the upgraded tailgate and light bar.

Looks like an easy install! I don’t want to order parts too early to make sure my return window is good lol.

Try your friendly neighbor pin Striper!

 

[bmwhitetx]

Anyone have ideas other than enhancing that with the many vinyl or raised stick on letters which are available?

Sorry this is not what you're wanting. But if you give up - I have been complimented on the black gloss with Lightning Blue outline vinyl sticker. They are raised/thick and look good on a dark truck. I got them off Etsy. I believe you have a dark color (AMB?) and would look good I think.

 

[EdRudy]

I’m the opposite. I hate the Platinum and other large silver/chrome plates on the back. One reason why I would rather get an optioned out Lariat F150 instead of a Platinum or higher. I love the simple F150 lettering. Everyone has a preference, but this way it gives you plenty to customize by giving you a blank slate.

I'm with you. I would say the only thing I hated about my 21 Platinum was the rear tailgate plaque. Even had it replaced once under warranty for warping issues.

 

[GDN]

Sorry this is not what you're wanting. But if you give up - I have been complimented on the black gloss with Lightning Blue outline vinyl sticker. They are raised/thick and look good on a dark truck. I got them off Etsy. I believe you have a dark color (AMB?) and would look good I think.

I do have AMB and that looks pretty good. I didn't like a solid black letter at all, but offset with the Lightning Blue truly doesn't look bad. Thank you for sharing.

 

[MickeyAO]

I installed the 'Thin Blue Line' so I can start sucking up to the cops who pull me over before they get to the window.

 

[Refactoringdr]

FYI, Lightning Platinum trim doesn't have the platinum tailgate trim. (Which I hated on my Powerboost. I prefer the standard F-150 tailgate)

 

[davehu]

I added this black lettering to my tailgate. It really pops over my iconic silver Lariat.

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