ok, so i decided to take care of some surface rust and I just ordered the drop down tailgate kit from swag off road. yes, it was a little more than i wanted to spend but its all there for me so... well, if i finally figured out this ridiculously long upload process there will be some pictures too...
tailgate removed
close up of where factory hinges were
some rust starting at this seam, nice work form jeep
tailgate removed
close up of where factory hinges were
some rust starting at this seam, nice work form jeep