{"product_id":"tailgate-post-lh-73-87-chevy-gmc-truck-suv","title":"Tailgate Post - LH - 73-87 Chevy GMC Truck SUV","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description text-[#6E6E6E] text-[18px] max-lg:text-[14px]\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-[30px] font-medium max-sm:text-[20px]\"\u003eTailgate Post - LH - 73-87 Chevy GMC C\/K Fleetside Pickup; 73-91 Blazer Jimmy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your 1973-1987 Chevy \u0026amp; GMC C\/K Fleetside pickup or 1973-1991 Blazer\/Jimmy the factory-fresh finish it deserves with AMD’s premium Tailgate Post – LH (Driver Side). Purpose-built for Squarebody C10, C20, C30, K10, K20 \u0026amp; K30 trucks, this OE-quality sheet-metal restoration part restores structural integrity where the tailgate hinges and latches meet the bed side, eliminating sag, rattles and rust in one smart upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped from heavy-gauge steel on precision dies, the Tailgate Post mirrors original GM geometry down to bolt-hole placement and inner support ribs, ensuring a painless weld-in fit. AMD finishes each post in a durable EDP coating that fights corrosion from the inside out, so your classic truck is ready for primer or paint right out of the box. Whether you’re tackling a full frame-off build or spot-repairing trail damage, this OE\/OEM-style replacement blends seamlessly with adjacent panels for a like-new tailgate alignment and gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left-hand tailgate post is a load-bearing pillar that carries every pound your tailgate handles—bed cargo, spare tires, even that cooler at the car show. Decades of use, Midwest winters or salty beach runs can thin metal and compromise latch strength. Swapping in AMD’s robust post re-establishes proper hinge geometry, protects fresh bodywork, and lets your Squarebody close with that satisfying click—no shims or guesswork required. It’s the smart way to future-proof your investment before final paint, bedliner or show-quality trim goes on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact-fit driver-side Tailgate Post for 1973-87 C\/K Fleetside pickups \u0026amp; 1973-91 Blazer\/Jimmy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits C10, C20, C30, K10, K20, K30 Squarebody trucks—2WD \u0026amp; 4WD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-gauge stamped steel recreates OE thickness and internal bracing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEDP-coated inside \u0026amp; out for superior corrosion resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaser-cut mounting holes for hassle-free OE hardware alignment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeamlessly mates with original or AMD bed sides and tailgates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for rust repair, collision damage or complete restorations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by AutoMetalDirect.com quality assurance for worry-free fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom daily-driven farm rigs to trophy-level builds, AMD’s Tailgate Post – LH delivers the strength, precision and longevity your classic truck deserves. Reclaim crisp gaps, secure latch action and peace of mind—order today and keep that iconic Squarebody tailgate swinging smooth for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-[#6E6E6E] text-[18px] max-1180:text-[14px] max-sm:text-black font-bold\"\u003eThis fits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid-cols-2 max-sm:grid-cols-1 gap-2 text-[#6E6E6E] max-sm:text-black text-[18px] max-1180:text-[14px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 GMC C15 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 Chevy C30 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 Chevy K10 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 GMC C35 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 Chevy K30 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 GMC K15 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 GMC K25 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 GMC K35 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 Chevy C20 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 Chevy C10 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 GMC C25 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1987 Chevy K20 Pickup Fleetside Bed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1991 GMC Jimmy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1973 - 1991 Chevy Blazer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-[16px] font-medium\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AMD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45681039278256,"sku":"718-4073-L","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/0921\/files\/718-4073-L01.webp?v=1791489223","url":"https:\/\/spiritandspeed.com\/products\/tailgate-post-lh-73-87-chevy-gmc-truck-suv","provider":"Spirit and Speed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}