Possible to convert to Platinum tailgate?

[rico]

Hello, my question: Is it possible to convert a Platinum tailgate? I'm thinking of the tailgate with the retractable entry. Greetings from Germany, Rico

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[FaaWrenchBndr]

Sure…..you just need to get a platinum tailgate and install it

 

[Buyer2021]

Sure…..you just need to get a platinum tailgate and install it

Just FYI, noting the OP says they have a 2021 Platinum, based on USA Order Guides:

• The 2021 Platinum 700A came with the manual tailgate, no retractable step; the powered tailgate with step was an available option
• The 2021 Platinum 701A came with the powered tailgate including the step
• Beginning in 2022 all Platinum got the powered tailgate including the step
• Apparently, there was never any Gen 14 Platinum with manual tailgate including the step

IF the OP has a 2021 700A with the standard manual tailgate without step, the swap to a Platinum powered tailgate with step will involve much more than just a drop-on installation due to the mechanical mounting and electrical control differences between those tailgates.

The manual tailgate with step from a lower trim (e.g. 2021+ XLT) might be a drop-on replacement but of course would not have the Platinum tailgate trim. I say might because I'm not sure what electronic step-open interlocks a manual tailgate with step may have that the OP's truck isn't equipped for .

Good Luck!

 

[FaaWrenchBndr]

He asked if it was possible to convert one.
ot may not make fiscal sense, but it can be done if he want to pay for the fab work.

 

[Buyer2021]

you just need to get a platinum tailgate and install it

You may disagree, but IMO that strongly implies a drop-on swap. Maybe technically correct but a bit of a disingenuous 'trick' answer given what it doesn't explain.

I'm just providing a more complete answer in the spirit of full disclosure and helpfulness without any hidden got-ya's.

IMO that, not incomplete 'trick' responses, is the purpose and spirit of the forum.

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