Product Description
Ford F-150 2015-2020 Stainless Tailgate Insert Trim, 0.5" Wide, 1 Piece (TGI55308)
TGI55308 is a single polished stainless steel tailgate insert strip for the 2015 through 2020 Ford F-150. The note gives its width, 0.5", and the included line matches: QAA's 1 piece stainless steel tailgate insert trim, 0.5" width. That makes it a slim, single accent rather than a multi-piece set. It is listed for 2-door and 4-door F-150 pickups from 2015 through 2020.
Insert strip versus tailgate accent
QAA links RT55309, a one-piece tailgate accent w4 with no cut out. At four inches against half an inch, they're very different parts. TGI55308 is the narrow insert; RT55309 is the wide accent. If you're deciding between them, or want both, compare the photos.
Fitment
Ford F-150, 2-door and 4-door pickups, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. No trim limits are listed.
Construction
Made in the USA from high-quality polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel. 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; QAA states it will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Installs directly over the existing surface.
Length isn't listed
Only the 0.5" width is given. Check the photos for where the strip runs and how long it is, or ask us before ordering so you can measure the matching spot on your tailgate.
Getting it straight
A half-inch strip is unforgiving if it wanders. With the liner on, hold it in place and sight along it from one end. A strip of painter's tape just above or below gives you a straight guide.
Cleaning
Wash, rinse, dry and wipe the insert area with isopropyl alcohol, paying attention to edges where wax sits.
Applying
Peel a few inches of liner, anchor one end against your guide, then peel the rest as you press along the length. Go over it again with firm pressure. Wait a day before washing.
F-150 trim QAA links
GC55308 gas door cover; MC55307 top-half mirror covers for non-painted mirrors, and MC55307B; molding insert kits MI55302, MI55305, MI55316 and others w1.5; upper rocker kits w4.5 by cab and bed, some with a cut out for the side sensor under the mirrors (TH55303, TH55306, TH55317); WS55302 and WS55316 sills. Check each listing for its finish.
Care
Mild soap, a soft cloth, and a non-abrasive polish when the shine fades. Rinse road salt off in winter, and skip scouring pads.
Questions
Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 for the strip's length or help choosing between this and RT55309.
Weather and timing
Work on a dry, mild day, or in a garage if it's cold, since tape bonds best on warm steel and paint. Keep the tailgate closed for a few hours afterward.
Why a slim insert
A half-inch strip puts a fine polished line on the tailgate without covering much of it. It goes on with tape over the existing surface, and the single piece means a quick job once the surface is clean.
Supplies
Soap, water, isopropyl alcohol, lint-free cloths and painter's tape.
Questions about the 0.5-inch 2015-2020 F-150 accent TGI55308, UPC 691821606979, go to 877-752-3811.
TGI55308 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TGI55308 |
| UPC | 691821606979 |
| Part type | Tailgate Insert Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 0.5" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2015-2020 Ford F-150 |
Fitment: TGI55308
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2015-2020 | 2-door, 4-door, Pickup Truck |
Fitment is listed exactly as QAA catalogs it. Confirm the body style as well as the year and model. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2015-2020 Ford F-150
- GC55308: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- MC55307: 2-piece Mirror Cover Set
- MI55302: 12-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
- MI55305: 12-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
- MI55316: 12-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
- RT55309: 1-piece Tailgate Accent Trim
- TH55302: 12-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- TH55305: 12-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Insert Trim
- Unpack the piece and hold it in position to confirm the fit before mounting it.
- Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so clean and dry the mounting surface first; the tape needs paint or trim free of dirt and wax.
- Align the piece and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface, working along its full length so the tape bonds evenly.
- Step back and check alignment before pressing along the full length of the piece.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: TGI55308 Tailgate Insert Trim
How wide is TGI55308?
0.5", per the note.
How many pieces?
One.
How is it different from RT55309?
RT55309 is a one-piece tailgate accent w4 with no cut out; TGI55308 is a 0.5" insert strip.
Which F-150 years fit?
2015 through 2020.
How does it attach?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Call 877-752-3811 for the length.
