bringittailgates.com

What BringItTailgates.com is (and what it isn’t)

BringItTailgates.com is not a tailgate party rental site. It’s an e-commerce site for replacement truck tailgates that add utility features you normally don’t get from a factory gate. Their core product line is the BringIt “Multi-Function TOOLGate,” built around two ideas: store loading ramps inside the tailgate so you always have them, and extend the truck bed length with a folding extension they call the Elongator.

This is meant for people who load things up a tailgate often: motorcycles, e-bikes, lawn gear, jobsite equipment, dollies, and similar rolling loads. The site positions the TOOLGate as a functional upgrade versus a straight OEM replacement, and it even calls out the typical cost of replacing a factory tailgate as a comparison point.

The core feature set: ramps inside the tailgate + a bed extension

The most distinctive feature is the “Ride Inside” ramp storage. Every TOOLGate includes two aluminum ramps that store inside the tailgate and then attach to the gate for loading. The site says the ramps travel “rattle-free,” are designed so they can’t disconnect while loading, and include some built-in play to deal with uneven ground.

There are also safety and capacity claims worth noting because they shape who this product is for. BringIt says the ramps are rated to 700 lbs each, and that the tailgate structure is “twice as strong” as the OEM tailgate on a typical top-selling pickup.

Then there’s the Elongator extension. It’s built into the gate and swings out to extend the bed “almost two feet,” then folds back so you can secure loads with straps or bungees. On the TG-1 product page, BringIt also notes the extension locks at 180 and 210 degrees, which matters if you’re trying to control where the extension sits while loading or securing cargo.

Materials, durability, and what “heavy duty” means here

BringIt gives fairly specific material callouts. On the homepage they describe the TOOLGate as using Strenx 700 CR steel (they describe it as Swiss-made), with parts also made of stainless steel, ABS, and 6063 aluminum. They list the tailgate rated at 650 lbs.

On the TG-1 page you also get a more “parts list” view: a high-impact ABS external skin, top cap, and interior ramp tray; plus a UV coating on the matte black exterior if you don’t paint it.

If you’re comparing this to an OEM tailgate, the practical takeaway is that BringIt is trying to engineer around common real-world annoyances: ramps that rattle, ramps that get left behind, and a tailgate that’s basically a door rather than a loading system.

Configurations and options: TG-1 vs TG-2 vs TG-3

BringIt presents three main TOOLGate configurations:

• TG-1: matte black gate with a keyed lock.
• TG-2: adds a plug-and-play backup camera and an electronic lock that works with your existing key fob (for supported trucks).
• TG-3: builds on TG-2 with the “SwitchBack” dual camera system plus the electronic lock. BringIt notes SwitchBack isn’t compatible with some digital/360/surround camera systems and is limited to select trucks.

Pricing on the “Find Your TOOLGate” page shows TG-1 at $1,627, TG-2 at $1,764, and TG-3 at $1,864, and it also flags free shipping in the contiguous U.S.
At the same time, the homepage includes a separate comparison statement saying a BringIt TOOLGate “starts at $2754,” and the site displays a “warehouse clearance” banner. So if you’re evaluating cost, treat the exact price as promotion-dependent and use the product pages as the point-in-time reference.

The SwitchBack camera behavior (why it exists)

The SwitchBack system is meant to solve a specific visibility problem: when a tailgate is down, many factory backup cameras aren’t showing the “behind the truck” view the way you want.

BringIt’s FAQ describes how their system uses two cameras in the tailgate. When the gate is up and the truck is in reverse, the traditional backup camera is active. When the tailgate is lowered past 45 degrees, the system switches to a second camera at the top of the tailgate, and the display shows whichever camera is active.

Even if you don’t care about cameras, this section is still useful because it signals how integrated the tailgate is with factory electronics on certain trims. If your truck has a more complex camera suite, that compatibility note becomes a buying checkpoint, not a footnote.

Color matching and finish: what you actually receive

Default is a matte black skin with UV protection. If you select color matching, BringIt says they’ll request your VIN after the order so they can pull the factory color code and paint the tailgate. They also acknowledge a real limitation: older trucks may have paint fade, so a factory-code match can look slightly brighter than the surrounding bodywork. Their blunt recommendation is: if you want the closest match to your truck as it sits today, buy unpainted and have a local shop match it, but that requires disassembly and reassembly.

Fitment: which trucks it’s built for

Fitment is not universal. In the FAQ, BringIt lists coverage across common U.S. pickups and model years, including ranges for Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra, Ram (including “Classic”), Ford F-150/F-250/F-350 and Ranger, and Toyota Tundra (2010–2021). If your truck isn’t on that list, you’re in “ask first” territory, even if the site suggests more makes are in progress.

Everyday usability details that matter more than marketing

A few smaller FAQ answers are actually high value if you’ve ever used ramps and tailgates a lot:

• The system is designed so it doesn’t reduce bed interior dimensions (no bed intrusion).
• You can’t order it without the ramps; they’re part of the integrated design.
• They put real emphasis on no ramp rattle, describing how the ramps nest snugly, the extension folds down to hold them tighter, and the bottom gets “pinched” in place when closed.
• Locking is still available on the base model via a physical key; the remote lock option is about integrating with newer OEM key fobs, not about whether the gate locks at all.

BringIt also mentions “modules” as a future-leaning add-on idea: removable accessories that snap onto the tailgate (they mention concepts like cases, containers, tool/tackle storage, and even a tailgating module). The important constraint they highlight is that modules shouldn’t block the extension function and can’t be removed or opened once the tailgate is closed and locked.

Buying, shipping, and support signals

The site emphasizes free shipping in the contiguous United States.
It also provides a business address in Bluffton, South Carolina, and routes questions through its contact and FAQ pages.

If you want a quick read on customer sentiment without digging through third-party marketplaces, the testimonials page includes short quotes praising service responsiveness and overall product satisfaction. It’s not the same thing as independent reviews, but it does show what the brand chooses to highlight: support and follow-through.

Key takeaways

• BringItTailgates.com sells multifunction replacement tailgates (TOOLGates), not tailgate party services.
• The main value is integrated ramp storage plus a folding bed extension (Elongator) for loading and hauling long items.
• There are three main configurations (TG-1/TG-2/TG-3) with increasing electronics integration for camera/locking needs.
• Fitment is model-year specific across major pickup lines; camera features have extra compatibility constraints.
• Pricing can vary (the site shows a clearance message), so evaluate based on the current product pages and your truck’s required options.

FAQ

Is BringItTailgates.com about football tailgates and party rentals?

No. It’s about truck tailgates as hardware: replacement tailgates with ramps, extensions, and optional camera/lock integration.

How long are the ramps, and are they actually usable for loading?

BringIt states the ramps are 52 inches because they store inside the tailgate, and when used with the Elongator extension they effectively create about a 6-foot ramp at roughly a 27-degree angle (based on a standard 2-inch 4×4 lift).

Will the ramps rattle inside the tailgate?

BringIt says no, describing a nested storage compartment and an extension mechanism that holds the ramps tight when the tailgate is closed.

Do I have to buy the ramps with the tailgate?

Yes. BringIt says the ramps are part of the integrated system and they don’t sell the tailgate without them.

What’s the difference between TG-2 and TG-3?

TG-2 adds a backup camera and electronic lock integration; TG-3 adds the SwitchBack dual camera system on top of that, but it’s only for select trucks and not compatible with some 360/surround camera systems.