{"product_id":"tailgate-molding-fd-f150-97-04-tailgate-mldg-upper","title":"1997-2004 Ford F150 Upper Tailgate Molding","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e1997–2004 Ford F150 Upper Tailgate Molding\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine upper tailgate trim that restores the factory edge detail on F150 pickup beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard panel construction engineered to match OEM profile and fitment. Direct replacement for worn, cracked, or missing molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Factory Mounting Points\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Profile Match\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sits flush with factory tailgate edge without modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On\u003c\/strong\u003e - Uses existing mounting holes; no drilling or fabrication required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Piece Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Covers the full upper edge in one clean installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard panel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle molding unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eUpper tailgate molding only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need new hardware to install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis molding uses the factory mounting holes on your tailgate, so hardware is not needed if your existing fasteners are still good. If yours are stripped or missing, standard fasteners from any hardware store will work—just grab what matches your bed bolt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I paint this before installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can paint it after install for a cleaner fit, or tape it off and spray it beforehand if you prefer. Either way, light sanding and a primer coat will help paint stick better to the hard panel surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if my tailgate has surface rust or damage where this mounts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean off any rust or old sealant where the molding will sit—a wire brush works fast—so the new piece seats flat and doesn't rock. Any gaps will trap moisture and cause problems later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45874506957034,"sku":"K2-10946-FORD-006-TA","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/OEM-TGM-FO1904102.jpg?v=1772778592","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-cr\/products\/tailgate-molding-fd-f150-97-04-tailgate-mldg-upper","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}