Dorman 38645 Tailgate Hinge Kit - Left

Tailgate Hinge Kit for GM Trucks

This Dorman tailgate hinge kit restores proper tailgate alignment and movement on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks. Built with metal components and a bolt-on attachment method, it is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles that need a precise tailgate hinge repair.

Key Features

• Specific-fit tailgate hinge kit for select GM full-size trucks
• Metal construction for dependable tailgate support
• Bolt-on design for direct replacement of worn hinge hardware
• Engineered to restore tailgate alignment and function
• Fits Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C35, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 applications, plus GMC C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 applications

Detailed Description

Dorman 38645 is a tailgate hinge kit made for specific 1988-1992 Chevrolet and GMC truck applications. It is designed to replace original tailgate hinge parts that wear, loosen, or no longer hold the tailgate in proper position. The metal construction and direct bolt-on fit help restore smooth tailgate operation and correct alignment on trucks such as the Chevrolet C1500 and GMC K2500.

This part cross-references AP Exhaust 38645 and OE number 15545203 for the same application. Use Dorman 38645 when servicing tailgate hinge wear on 1988-1991 Chevrolet and GMC models, or on 1992 Chevrolet and GMC trucks with the listed left-side tailgate mounting configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Tailgate sag or poor alignment
• Loose or worn hinge movement
• Difficulty opening or closing the tailgate
• Excess play at the tailgate mounting point
• Noise caused by worn hinge components

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 1988-1991 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C35, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500, mounted on tailgate; 1992 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C35, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500, left, mounted on tailgate with 2-bolt mounting; 1988-1991 GMC C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500, mounted on tailgate; and 1992 GMC C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500, left, mounted on tailgate with 2-bolt mounting. Verify the tailgate side and mounting style before installation. Inspect the hinge area for wear or damage that could affect alignment after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement parts engineered to match original part requirements for proper fit and function. This hinge kit is built to restore tailgate operation on the specified Chevrolet and GMC truck applications.