

🚚 Elevate your tailgate game—smooth, safe, and built to last!
The Orion Motor Tech Tailgate Assist is a durable, carbon steel shock absorber designed specifically for 2007-2019 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks. It controls tailgate drop speed to prevent slamming, reduces wear on your vehicle, and installs quickly without drilling. Trusted by thousands, it’s the ultimate upgrade for a safer, quieter, and longer-lasting tailgate experience.










































| ASIN | B08MZVQZ46 |
| Auto Part Position | Rear |
| Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,604 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #4 in Automotive Replacement Shocks |
| Brand | Orion Motor Tech |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,519) |
| Date First Available | November 9, 2020 |
| Included Components | 1 x Tailgate Assist Shock, 2 x Mount Plates, 1 x Bolt, 1 x Blind Nut, 1 x Blind Nut Tool, 1 x Mylar Sheet, 1 x Threadlocker, 1 x Torx Wrench, 1 x Instruction Manual |
| Item Weight | 15.8 ounces |
| Item model number | TAS-0102-00 |
| Manufacturer | Orion Motor Tech |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TAS-0102-00 |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Package Dimensions | 11.02 x 3.11 x 1.46 inches |
J**X
Truck Tailgate Assist Good Reliable Product for Cost
Great inexpensive product you can quickly install to keep your tailgate from slamming down on older trucks. I purchased one for a 2011 GMC Sierra and bought a second one for a 2012 GMC Sierra. Works well and the hydraulic ram does not hit anything when using. Paper directions aren't the greatest but you can figure it out, a quick 2 minute installation video would be great.
A**A
You only need one.
Works great. Easy to install. Don't buy two, it works best with just one on the drive side. I installed two and had two issues. First, the tail gate went down too slow and didn't open all the way unless I pushed it down the last 25%. The main issue with having one on the passenger side was that as the tailgate opened, it would push away and start to come off. I popped the second one off and have it for when the other one fails. So, I would definitely recommend getting one of these and installing it on the driver side, which is what the company expect you to do. The mounting bracket is designed for the passenger side. The only reason I bought two was some reviews I read mentioned it. You only need one. Works great.
H**H
Good product and works as described.
Got this for a Christmas gift for my father. He loved it & put it on immediately. it works very well.
S**K
Nice add on, quick to install
Works as described but the instructions are a little unclear on the fact that the screw and washers that come inserted in the blind nut is actually the set tool for the blind nut and is not used after installation. Quick 10 minute install.
S**A
Hold up well!!
I installed this like two years ago and still works like new. Easy to install
D**C
Just BUY IT!! You won’t regret it
If you’re looking to get it, just get it trust me!! Worth the money super easy to install and can’t believe how much of a difference it makes and for the price you can’t beat it. Perfect fit and looks flush. I use my tailgate a lot for camping fishing and mechanic work and when my hands are full I don’t have to worry about my tailgate slamming down
Z**Y
Great buy
Easy installation and I haven’t had an issues with it in the year I have had it installed. So far the shock hasn’t blown and lowered my tailgate slowly and not allowing it to just drop. Love this little shock.
B**E
Easy to install
Its easy enough to install and works as advertised
D**O
Excelente calidad y funciona muy bien , quedo perfectamente
E**N
Came today one and a half days since I ordered it I could not believe it can't wait to install. It will let everybody know after installation looks good. Can't wait to install it.Jan 21/26 came back to update so far in this extreme cold it is working amazing. I love how slow it goes down very easy to close highly recommend it. Just hope it holds up should have good warranty. I'm hoping the seller gets back to me and tells me what warranty it does have but so far I give it a 10+.
J**S
Muy buena compra
J**.
Arrived on time and well packaged. Just like other reviewers, this fit my 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche perfectly. The “Blind Nut Tool” is used to insert the blind nut into the tailgate and then only used to tighten the nut. It is then removed and discarded. When you finally snap the piston on, the manual states to snap the top in first then lift tailgate and snap the bottom in. I would recommend doing it in reverse as you have more room to do the top. Also the installation manual is very small and the pictures are difficult to see. Wasn’t till I finished the install that I realized there was a link to an online manual that you can blowup and pictures are in color.
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