Hello:

I've been reading alot of people having issues with tailgate straps (2000 to 2004). I not sure if this applies to the 2005 models? I have a 2005, 2500 GMC. Is there any aftermarket new style straps out there to replace the factory one's with? (something that will not break).

I traded my 93 chev for this new 2005 GMC. I never had a issue loading my ATV directly to the tailgate of my old truck, but I'm not comfortable doing this with these new trucks (due to the sissy tailgate straps). Does anybody have any helpfull information for this?

Thanks!

http://dsdd.com/vrstrap/
These work great, there are some older threads about the VR Straps also if you are interested.

VR straps! The real deal IMO

http://dsdd.com/vrstrap/

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Hello:
I've been reading alot of people having issues with tailgate straps (2000 to 2004).
Does anybody have any helpfull information for this? Harrington!
I've replaced mine via Chevy's recall ... my dad was waiting until he had a free day to do his when they broke and landed the 4 wheeler he was loading on his top and him under it on his back. Kinda funny but ... if you have received the postcard (or anyone reading), get it into the shop. Simple 5 minute fix will keep you happy ... and your wind in you instead of knocked out.

My dad's a pretty tough 67 year old farmer ... most people 15 years younger would have broken something. ... and most of them would have limped away saying something besides "dawggone it all!"

VR Straps!

Steve

Thank you to everyone for the info, I just ordered a set!