What’s the tail gate lock add on? ($40 Canadian)

[Halabrad]

What does this add, is it worth the small cost?

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[fordtruckguy]

I think it’s so somebody can’t steal your tailgate off the truck

 

[Ricstar]

It makes it harder for someone to steal your tail gate, but if you keep it locked then it wont matter.

 

[UberGadgetFreak]

The hinge lock is exactly that - it locks the hinge so the tailgate is not easily removed.
You can do the same with a simple hose clamp for a few bucks. The one from Ford (McGard brand) is essentially a rubber-covered hose clamp with a unique screw pattern like their wheel locks where not just any screwdriver or socket will fit. This link is to the same one:
Tailgate Lock – McGard

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