The feedback here combined with my preference for no logo led me to purchasing the Advanced Accessory Concepts tailgate reinforcement. Installation was a breeze and the coating looked good. Time will tell! The tailgate feels more solid and lots less squeaking.
Here is a route I did on West, which are mostly wider.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/pennsylvania-aoaa-west-may-2025-b6g-jlu-cj7-4runner.115368/
2012 Lincoln MKZ AWD that I owned from new. Wanted to keep it in the stable but wife did not agree so I sold it shortly after finding my Bronco at MSRP in early 2023. Always an American :flag: car person and loved the Explorers since debut. Brother had a 92. I also owned a 2007. Owned a 2001...
I had the same issue! https://www.autostopeliminator.com/ actually warranty replaced it for free as it is a known defect with their early offering. I replaced mine and it's perfect all year round now.
Did the homework... If you're installing both front and rear, you'll need...
(1) W717969S440 (Comes with four; need two for each of the rear)
(3) W715135S450 (Comes with four ea. so this nets 12; need three for each of all four)
All can be sourced from https://parts.ford.com and shipped to your...