Details

• Brand:

  

  

• SKU:

  PC3Z-99431B98-A

• Positions: Right
• Other Names:

  Tailgate Striker Plate Bracket, Tailgate Hinge Bracket, Plate Assembly Latch Striker

• Description:

  This genuine Ford latch striker plate, base number 99431B98, anchors a tailgate latch on current-generation Super Duty trucks, providing the fixed engagement surface the latch grips to hold the tailgate closed and aligned. Mounted to the body, the striker takes the load of the closed tailgate and locates it so it seals against the surrounding panels and opens and closes squarely. As a load-bearing latching component, it must be solid and correctly positioned so the tailgate latches securely and does not rattle or sag. Owners replace this striker plate when the tailgate no longer latches firmly, rattles or shifts when closed, has worn or damaged the original striker, or after rear-end or tailgate damage. It is also serviced when adjusting tailgate fit or replacing latch hardware. Built to Ford specifications for this body, it provides the correct shape, strength, and mounting interface so the latch engages properly. This striker serves one side of the tailgate, so confirm the side and body configuration before ordering. Mount the striker to the factory locating points, set its position so the tailgate latches and seals without binding, and torque the fasteners to specification. After installation, verify that the tailgate latches securely, sits flush, and releases cleanly so it operates as designed and stays aligned in use.

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