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Billet Aluminum Tailgate Handle for 1987–1997 Ford F-Series Trucks
Upgrade the look and feel of your Ford truck with our billet aluminum tailgate handle, engineered specifically for 1987–1997 Ford F-Series models. Precision-cut from solid billet aluminum on a CNC machine, this handle offers unmatched durability, a smooth operation, and a premium appearance that enhances your truck’s classic styling.
Unlike the factory steel handle, which often becomes pitted, corroded, and dull over time, each handle comes in a raw aluminum state — with no coatings or paint applied — giving you the freedom to customize it to your liking (polish, anodize, powder coat, or leave it raw for a clean, machined look).
This tailgate handle is available in two configurations:
With Backup Camera: Includes a camera that is mounted behind the handle. This camera offers a clear, wide-angle view of both sides of your bumper and your hitch — ideal for parking, towing, or reversing with precision.
Without Backup Camera: Works as a direct OEM replacement, providing the same fit and function as the original handle but with the superior look and quality of billet aluminum.
Features:
Fits 1987–1997 Ford F-Series (F-150, F-250, F-350)
CNC-machined from solid billet aluminum
Comes in raw aluminum finish (no coatings applied)
Optional integrated backup camera mount
Camera view covers both sides of bumper and hitch
Direct OEM replacement (camera optional)
Select your configuration from the drop-down menu — with or without backup camera
INSTRUCTIONS
We accept product returns within 30-days after you have received your order. All returns are subject up to a 20% restocking fee after approval.
Almost like they read my mind. I was trying to figure out a solution for a backup camera for so long. This is absolutely perfect. Amazing fit and finish.
This handle was a perfect solution for a backup camera. Although I have a rearview mirror camera so the camera that comes with it wouldn't work, I was able to find a camera that is identical that worked with my mirror.
a must have!! billet handle looks OEM camera hides away so you cant see it and when its raining or weather is bad you wont get a lot of that road juice on it. this thing is awesome easy install. OBS solutions nailed it out of the park again!
I wanna thank the people at OBS solutions really helpful really respectful. I’m definitely gonna buy more stuff from you guys.
I hook and unhook multiple trailers a day. This is the only clean/hidden camera option for these old trucks! I have a single din radio that plugged right into the camera and the video quality is exactly what I needed. The billet handle feels very nice!
Obs solutions offer's tasteful upgrades....well thought out.....the hood strut kit looks and functions great...also bought there dash light led upgrade and early on the hydra ash tray holder which was my favorite...no one knows you have a tuner and no clutter on dash....shout out to Taylor at swift current lighting another great vendor that is associated with obs solutions.....helped me with install on cluster......obs is my go to for my beloved 97 f250 diesel
97 Ford Crew Cab - The mechanical parts/adaptors are of good quality and not too difficult to install, but the electrical instructions could be improved, and I’d appreciate a hard copy to have under the truck.
To get a clean install, I ended up removing all of the thresholds, upper seat belt mounts, and lower panels except for the driver's side kick panel. Then I removed all of the plastic wire conduit, carefully laid out the wires, and made my plan for drilling, cutting and splicing where needed. The only wires that needed to be extended were the main power and ground. Once I had wiring neatly laid out, spliced and the heat shrink installed, I reinstalled the plastic conduit. I spent 24 hours on the disassembly, wiring, and reassembly, but it turned out nice. A few grommets of various sizes like single wire, ¼” and ½” I.D. will come in useful as well as some baling wire as a wire puller/fish tool.
In the end they turned out great and tucked away nicely, but it took me 30 hours to get them installed. I recommend this adapter kit!
The light went in no problem and look great at night, the only down side was I ordered the wrong one, which is on me because I didn't realize I had the metal dome light. Only recommend to double check the kit you order. Sorry for the dirty dash, its a work in progress.
Originally planned to piece together a set of links for my 99 Dana 60 axle under my bullnose ford. When adding in the time wasted trying to source different parts and hardware as well as designing them this was far cheaper and very high quality. I ended up welding the tabs to the frame. I figured if I ever decided to run no sway bar they wouldn’t hurt being there. Even when pushed to the edge of the frame there is a little miss alignment from mount to the sway bar but I doubt it would ever hurt anything. I added some 1/2 inch aluminum round stock spacers between the links at the top mount to push the links inward toward the center of the frame and that seems to have helped the alignment of the links and made the mounting position more parallel. Overall super happy with these. If sky’s has made it for the front end of my truck it’s under there.
The steering linkage upgrade for my Dana 60 axle is top shelf. The rep at OBS was excellent to deal with, Replies to my questions were very quick and helpful. The package arrived in a timely manner and in excellent condition. I highly recommend OBS for your custom parts and obs parts.
Great product! Easy to install one step closer to getting my Lighting restored!!
Excellent product and solution for my OBS Bronco
