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After market tailgate lifter for 2012 Prius V

Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by Bluesman2017, Sep 24, 2017.

  1. Bluesman2017

    Bluesman2017 Junior Member

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    Anybody know if there is an after market tailgate lifter for a 2012 Prius V. I have some medical issues that limit my ability to shut the back end and a automatic tailgate lift would be awesome. I don't want to get rid of my V with less than 25K on it and the great mileage for a new SUV with one getting less and a big price tag.
     
    #1 Bluesman2017, Sep 24, 2017
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    dang, i was hoping you had found one. all the best!(y)
     
    #2 bisco, Sep 24, 2017
  3. bobzchemist

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    There's nothing specifically designed for the Prius, but...there are for other cars/truck and kits/components are available. Any good auto customizing place should be able to handle the installation. (And you don't necessarily need a lifter - you could use springs to lift and a closer instead.)

    Here are some suggestions:

    Power operated tailgate lift assisting system TL105 – Autoease

    Heavy Duty Dual Bolt In Power Tonneau Cover Opener with Remote « autoloc.com

    TG-3 THE ULTIMATE UNIVERSAL TAILGATE/TONNEAU COVER COMBO LIFT KIT | Electric Life Power Window Systems & Accessories













    Electric Life Tailgate/Tonneau Cover Power Lift Kits | JEGS












    Add Hands-Free Function To Powered Liftgates | VAIS Technology

    What you use depends on your budget. I was once thinking of a low-budget way to do this with an electric winch, but it seemed more trouble than it was worth.
     
    #3 bobzchemist, Sep 25, 2017
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