Will a 1987 Japanese Tailgate physically fit a 1982 Japanese bed? I have aksed about tailgates before but have found a 1987 japanese tailgate but not sure if it physically fits (dimension wise). I am travelling and the truck isn't with me to measure and/or check so trying to find out if it will fit. The tailgate is 75 dollars and its almost worth it to buy it just to try it. I have had a hard time finding a tailgate for my toy

Randy

 

I understand that it does. I am in search for late 70s tailgate for my 87. The difference that Ive noticed is the 82 and earlier the bottom of the bed, is rounded. while 84-88 has an 1" skirt that passes the bottom

 

I have a pre 79 tailgate in pretty damn good condition white with red letters

 

i tried to fit a 79 gate to an 86 and they are not the same size.

it will not bolt right up.

 

Thanks everyone. I am going back up there in a few weeks and probably going to drive my toyota (I miss driving it) and will simply see if it physically fits. Will post whether it does or not in case someone in the future wants to know.

 

garagedoorman, there are two 197* model tailgates on fleabay if you are still looking for one.