How frequently do I need to replace parts?

When you notice something wrong.

If your pump is running but the tailgate is not going up and down:

This may be an electrical problem. Check the wires going to the solenoid valves. Otherwise, it could be caused by running out of oil - check the oil level in your reservoir.

If you hit the switch and nothing happens:

This may be a switch. It could also be that you need to replace the battery, the pump or both.

How to maintain your tailgate to extend its life?

Top up the oil regularly, clean electrical components, and clean the dirt off the cylinder & hydraulic fittings where there is a chance for dirt to enter the fluid.

How to tell if your hydraulic cylinders need to be repaired?

If oil is leaking from the cylinder head, it needs repair and re-seal. If your tailgate slowly drifts down when it is supposed to stay put, the cylinders could be leaking internally and will require repair and re-seal.

How do Tailgates work?

The pump takes fluid from the reservoir, and pumps it into the cylinder, powering the tailgate up and down.

Aftermarket tailgate parts and accessories in stock

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What is a tailgate?

Tailgates are common for smaller trucks transporting beverages, electronics, small courier packages, and pallets. It is a platform at the rear of the truck that is used to load and unload without a dock or forklift. The Holland SAF liftgates featured here can handle up to 5000 lbs. We offer the widest range of in-stock aftermarket Holland Tailgate parts for the TL 4000 and TL 5000 liftgates. Use the diagram to reference the part you are looking for and call for a quote.

Repairing And Replacing Tailgates

The Holland liftgate is a robust and simple design, which lasts long and wears well. Usually these tailgates have seen several years of wearing, dings, scratches and road salt before the parts need to be replaced. If your tailgate’s pins are corroded and making it difficult to operate the liftgate, it is time to replace them. With the hydraulic cylinders, exposure to road and weather conditions will tear the seals over time and cause it to leak. This is not only affecting the performance of your tailgate, but also causing environmental damage and a lot of mess.

Different types of tailgates

Tuck-away/Tuck Under: The Holland TL is an example of a tuck-away liftgate. The platform folds up to fit under the cargo entrance when you are not using it and therefore can be used to unload at a dock. When you need to unload cargo, it can be unfolded and brought to the right height. It is common for the cylinders on a tuckaway liftgate to get damaged as they are positioned near the road and exposed to more debris and road salt. Cantilever: This type of tailgate has a large platform that folds up against the cargo entrance. These are generally used for lighter loads and cannot adapt to load or unload from a dock. Cantilever liftgates also have cylinders underneath, often exposed to the elements. Rail-gate: Railgate tailgates use a set of rails to lower and raise the platform, which can be unfolded to on- or off-load shipments. These are usually fully remote operated, and have either one or two cylinders. The cylinders are more well-protected on railgate liftgates.