MuchRespect Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 Been searching for an aftermarket adapter to secure my tailgate release handle by key. Anyone know of a manufacturer (looking for a link or product number) that fits an MJ? Here's one made by Pop & Lock that does not apparently fit, but it's pretty much what I'm looking for. Open to other solutions, too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youngfred Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 44 minutes ago, MuchRespect said: Been searching for an aftermarket adapter to secure my tailgate release handle by key. Anyone know of a manufacturer (looking for a link or product number) that fits an MJ? Here's one made by Pop & Lock that does not apparently fit, but it's pretty much what I'm looking for. Open to other solutions, too ... www.etrailer.com LH-090 - Bully Tailgate Lock for Removable Tailgates Might just slow 'em down, a-bit. youngfred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuchRespect Posted May 9, 2018 Author Share Posted May 9, 2018 Thanks 39 minutes ago, youngfred said: ... www.etrailer.com LH-090 - Bully Tailgate Lock for Removable Tailgates Might just slow 'em down, a-bit. youngfred Thanks, man. Definitely plan to get one of these as well to prevent tailgate theft. The handle lock is so that I can keep my bed contents secured with a rolling tonneau cover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 26 minutes ago, MuchRespect said: Thanks Thanks, man. Definitely plan to get one of these as well to prevent tailgate theft. The handle lock is so that I can keep my bed contents secured with a rolling tonneau cover Until you get a regulation lock, throw a radiator hose clamp on it. Most tailgate thieves won't risk the time it takes to remove it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 I like that hose clamp idea, I might just throw 2 on there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skorpyo Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 I wonder how hard it would be to use a toolbox or similar style lock by just drilling a hole in the handle and making a slot below. I figure if you do it right it could look pretty clean and would prevent the tailgate handle from being raised when engaged. Maybe I'll put this on the list of mods to try. Of course I'm gonna want a spare handle so if it won't work I can put the old one back on. Anyone know (off the top of their head since my MJs at home and I'm at work) how much clearance there is behind the handle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolwind57 Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 On 5/9/2018 at 3:53 PM, HOrnbrod said: Until you get a regulation lock, throw a radiator hose clamp on it. Most tailgate thieves won't risk the time it takes to remove it. Slick. Good thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SVPete Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Geez - tailgate thieves? Never heard of this. What is the incentive? For thrills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCO6 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 8 hours ago, SVPete said: Geez - tailgate thieves? Never heard of this. What is the incentive? For thrills? I hadn't either until I bought my MJ! I immediately bought the tailgate lock below ... before someone got a chance to turn it into a bench like the one below. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 historically my go-to technique seems to be to just have a tailgate that doesn't work. can't steal it if you can get it to open but after the MJ trailer is all fixed up, I think I'm going to get that pivot lock and some anti-theft screws for the taillights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertRat1991 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 2 hours ago, PCO6 said: I hadn't either until I bought my MJ! I immediately bought the tailgate lock below ... before someone got a chance to turn it into a bench like the one below. I use this one too. And have the same problem with that dinky rubber flap not staying closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCO6 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Ha Ha. Funny you say that. My flap didn't work right from the minute I took it out of the package. I have an Excel maintenance chart for each of my vehicles. On my MJ chart there is a line that reminds me to give that lock a squirt of rustproofing oil at every service interval. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpdriver1 Posted May 13, 2018 Share Posted May 13, 2018 14 hours ago, DesertRat1991 said: I use this one too. And have the same problem with that dinky rubber flap not staying closed. Is that the one made by Master Lock? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCO6 Posted May 13, 2018 Share Posted May 13, 2018 6 hours ago, jpdriver1 said: Is that the one made by Master Lock? Mine is a Master Lock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted May 13, 2018 Share Posted May 13, 2018 On 5/11/2018 at 8:55 PM, SVPete said: Geez - tailgate thieves? Never heard of this. What is the incentive? For thrills? They resell them. It's super easy to steal them, and they can get $50-200 a pop for them depending what they are. If you see a CL ad with multiple tailgates in it, phone and ask for one they don't have listed... See if they say "I"ll have one for you by the weekend" - they're probably stealing them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpdriver1 Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 12 hours ago, PCO6 said: Mine is a Master Lock. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Mistress Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 great idea on the Master lock tailgate lock, going to order https://www.masterlock.com/personal-use/product/8253DAT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howeitsdone Posted May 19, 2022 Share Posted May 19, 2022 Bringing this thread back because it never seems the OP was answered. Anyone actually done a handle lock mod? I know of the electronic mod, but interested in a keyed solution. Just threw my shell back on and plan on camping a bit this summer. Hoping to secure the contents of the bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted May 19, 2022 Share Posted May 19, 2022 10 hours ago, PocketsEmptied said: Bringing this thread back because it never seems the OP was answered. Anyone actually done a handle lock mod? I know of the electronic mod, but interested in a keyed solution. Just threw my shell back on and plan on camping a bit this summer. Hoping to secure the contents of the bed. Somebody definitely has. Not sure if I saw the pictures on here or ZuckerbergBook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted May 19, 2022 Share Posted May 19, 2022 Gjeep has, he just did a write up on here a month or 2 ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howeitsdone Posted May 19, 2022 Share Posted May 19, 2022 8 hours ago, Strokermjcomanche said: Gjeep has, he just did a write up on here a month or 2 ago Yup, he did electronic. I’m looking for keyed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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