OMT Tailgate Assist Shock Compatible with 09-26 Ram 1500 2500 3500, Black

Very nice product. Works as advertised, easy to install with or without supplied tools, no more slamming open tailgate!

My clip broke so it laid there until a year and half later when I decided to buy another to replace it and it came with another end piece that I used the clip from to hold the ball socket back on the swivel ball. Installed the new one on the other side. Thnxs

Does what it intended to do. Super easy installation just need a 10mm wrench the torx bit is in the package. Didn’t have to remove any tailgate bumpers and the cable clears nicely.

Installed in about 5 minutes. Comes with everything needed for installation. Has been working great for several years now.

Installed this tailgate assist on my 2020 Ram 2500 and it’s been working great so far. It makes a noticeable difference when lowering the tailgate. No more heavy drops, just a smooth and controlled motion. The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because a few of the parts included weren’t clearly mentioned in the instructions. That said, the install was still pretty straightforward, and I was able to figure everything out without any real issues. Overall, it feels well made, does exactly what it’s supposed to do, and is a great upgrade for the truck. If the instructions were a bit clearer, this would easily be a 5‑star product. I’d still recommend it anyone that is looking for one.

My entire experience with this Heavy Duty Tailgate shock was disastrous. I ordered it on Amazon which listed it as an “OMT Compatible with 09-22 Ram 1500 2500 3500 Pickup Tailgate Assist, Truck Tailgate Lift Assist Kit Compatible with 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Dodge Ram”. I have a 2020 Ram 1500. It did NOT fit. This comedy of errors began with the initial delivery from Amazon. They delivered an empty plastic bag addressed to me and emailed me a picture of the “flat” empty bag saying they had delivered my order. I the had a long call with Amazon Support trying to explain that my order had not been delivered, I received an empty bag (and they had a picture to prove it). After arguing that, “No, I did not need to check with my neighbors, or around the outside of my house, to make sure it wasn’t “just” lying somewhere else”, they agreed to send a replacement. And then the real fun began. When I finally received it and began to install it, the first thing I noticed was that the enclosed instructions stated under a “Fitment” header that it fit “2009-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500”. Before proceeding with the installation, I contacted OMT support to very it was supposed to fit my 2020 Ram 1500. I also told them that the nutsert included appeared to be too small for the slot the instructions said to put it in. The replied it was all the correct kit for my truck. I proceeded with the installation – or tried to. I had to deal with that the pictures in the instruction were all of a 2009-2018 Ram. 2019 and later is quite different. The tailgate latch post and cable bolt are recessed into the bed upright (and not on the earlier models). The hole on the tailgate hinge the instructions say to put the nutsert into is a slot and much bigger on my 2020 than what is pictured. I stated by installing the nutsert. I had difficultly because it did not fit snuggly in the slot and I had to tighten it considerably more than the 9 turns the instructions say before it became stable and ridged. I then moved to installing the Ball Mount, which the instructions said needed a 13 mm wrench. It wasn’t 13 mm, it was a 12 mm. This made me wonder if I should have gotten a larger nutsert and ball mount. I then moved to removing the cable bolt with the include torx wrench. That wrench did not fit, it was too big (T50). The cable bolt was a T45. I had to stop and go buy a T45 socket ($6.00). It wouldn’t have mattered if the included wrench had fit. It was too short to remove the cable bolt. It was so tight (with locktite) that I had to use my impact wrench to get it out. I finally got the ball posts in and started putting the shock on. I rubbed on the bed upright and pulled the rubber gasket off it. When I finally got it on and tried to lower the tailgate for the first time, it immediately pulled the ball mount and nutsert out of the slot on the tailgate hinge. The slot was so wide that only the very tips of the expansion arms on the nutsert had any purchase and two of the four immediately folded in. I removed the shock, boxed up all the pieces and threw it in the trash! That’s my advice.

Very easy install and it works. What else could you want??

At this point I’m giving this product a five star. Ok here it goes… Order was easy to find for my truck. Shopping arrived as advertised. All parts and instructions were in the box. So… installing was straight forward as per instructions. But, when I close my bed gate, it feels like the shock is just a hair too long. However it closes. I did close it very gently the first and not slamming it. I didn’t want to damage the truck or the part. Again, it does close fully at this point. If it start leaking fluid or doesn’t perform the soft opening as this product advertises only then will I truly know it was the wrong length. For now, works good.

I recently purchased the Orion Motor Tech compatible part for my 09-22 vehicle, and I couldn't be happier with the results! Installation was straightforward, thanks to the detailed instructions provided. The quality of the materials is top-notch, and it feels very durable. I've noticed a significant improvement in my vehicle's performance and handling since installing this part. What I love the most is that it fits perfectly, just as advertised. It's great to see that Orion Motor Tech has taken the time to ensure compatibility across a wide range of models. The customer support was also very responsive and helpful when I had a few questions before making my purchase. Overall, I highly recommend this product to anyone looking to upgrade their vehicle. It's a fantastic investment that delivers excellent results!

It doesn’t fit due to 2022 has two black brackets which will not close

Lo instale en mi F150 literalmente en 4 minutos, excelente calidad, muy fácil de instalar no se requiere mas herramientas que las que incluye! Esto es lo que espero al comprar un producto!!! Felicidades. No duden en comprarlo!! Lo mejor

Very good product. Advisable. I use it for F150 2019. Perfectly fitted.

This product has been a great update to my f150 Lightning. once installed there had been no going back. i had a few questions about the product and the company has been great to deal with in that aspect as well. i would recommend this