ECOTRIC Trailer Gate Lift Assist, Utility Trailer Ramp & Tailgate 450 lbs

ECOTRIC 2-Sided Assist was delivered on time with all the parts needed to install. I looked up a YouTube video for installation of a Gorilla lift. I didn't need the written instructions after viewing the video. Total install took about one and a half hours. I used a hammer drill to pilot the holes with a 1/8" bit then used a step bit in the hammer drill to finish to 1/2". Both center holes fell inside a removable side pocket stake. I could access one bolt but the other one was totally hidden. I just spot welded the carriage bolt head inside the tube and hot melted the washer on the nut before trying to start it using a socket on a 3" extension. I replaced the supplied metric bolts with 3/4" long 5/16" carriage bolts and used lock nuts. The lift worked well and my test with the "S" hooks (supplied) went well. I intent to try the test location for a few days before attaching the cable gate bolts. I like the lift at this point and would buy it again.

Easy install if you are inclined mechanically and installation wise. I could tell you also that it doesn’t seem like it has enough washers so the bolts that are close together when you join the two I would use only one washer because the washer is run into each other and then you could use those washers on the back bolt that attaches to the tailgate

Been using these for the past couple of weeks and I will say that it’s a whole lot easier to lift the ramp. The product is made of decent quality that gives the best value over more expensive options.

This product works great and is a good value for the money. You definitely need to upgrade to the aluminum rollers for the cable guide. After approximately one month of use, the plastic rollers wore out. Decoded cable has already come apart but probably due to the plastic roller failure. I would suggest purchasing the aluminum cable rollers on Amazon for $17 to go with it! Also, there's no adjustment for cable tension or at least nothing easy

Do not buy. The hardware that is comes with is inadequate and most of the bolts came out on first use. I replaced them with new bolts and nylok nuts, which lasted. But then after a couple of months, the cables broke. I spent more time working on it than I did using it. It now has a new home in the scrap metal pile.

I’m really happy with this ECOTRIC lift assist system. I installed it on my utility trailer, and it instantly made raising and lowering the tailgate way easier and safer. No more straining or wrestling with a heavy ramp — it practically floats up and down now. The setup took a little time (measure twice, drill once!), but once installed, it’s rock solid. The assist works smoothly and makes a huge difference, especially if you’re dealing with a tall or heavy gate. I’ve got mine on a 6-foot ramp with about 18" side rails, and it fits great. You can tell it’s built to last — sturdy hardware, solid feel, and handles my steel gate without breaking a sweat. The 400 lb capacity gives me peace of mind too. If you're loading mowers, ATVs, or heavy gear on the regular, this is a must-have upgrade. I should’ve bought one years ago!

Works well some adjustments had to be made

It was not as hard to install as some of the other reviews indicated. But, I have lots of tools and do a lot of stuff like this. It may not be a job some would want to tackle. I drilled 3/8 inch holes instead of 1/2 for the mounting. Be sure to have a really good drill bit for any of the drilling. It made my heavy trailer ramp easy to pick up. Other reviewers said the cable clamps did not hold, so I gave them a few blows with a hammer where they were crimped to hopefully make a better hold on the cable.

Nice tailgate lift assist, instructions could be better. Easy install once you figure it out.

Really easy to install. Went from dreading lifting the metal ramp on my trailer to almost looking forward to it! Would recommend to others and buy again myself.

Works great

Powder coated but the inside was rusted and not powder coated... I peimmed the inside as well and then use the color to match the trailer.

Very low quality and not as described in the sales add.. then i was charged shipping to send it back..do not buy from this seller !