WHICH ALUMINIUM UPPER TAILGATE FOR CLASSIC RR

dougc · Aug 9, 2018

Hi

I have a 1988 Classic RR and need to replace the upper tailgate. I have looked at several online including Famous Fours with and without Pilkington glass (which is OEM) and BRITPARTS but have no idea which is the best.

I would appreciate any advice and recommendations.

Thanks

Ratae · Aug 11, 2018

Fitted the Famous Four frame to the existing glass on my 1986 some years ago. Works fine.
Be careful cutting the old frame to remove the glass - I used a hacksaw to minimise risk.
To close ally frames press on the bottom corners - they can bow slightly in the middle if you use the handle.

norseman · Aug 13, 2018

Ratae said:
To close ally frames press on the bottom corners - they can bow slightly in the middle if you use the handle.

Best practice, even for the original steel versions.

dougc · Aug 13, 2018

Thanks for the information and advice on closing. I could do with a new glass as well so will opt for the Famous Four one with the Pilkington glass (apparently it is thicker that the other glass which is produced in China).

norseman · Aug 14, 2018

Generally you get what you pay for.

WHICH ALUMINIUM UPPER TAILGATE FOR CLASSIC RR

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