A device for bridging a gap between a tailgate and a truck bed may include an angled bridge plate having a first plate section and a second plate section, wherein the second plate section extends from the first plate section at an angle. A first tab may extend from a first side edge of the first section of the bridge plate, and a second tab may extend from a second side edge of the first section of the bridge plate. The device may also include a first bed hinge configured to attach to a surface of the truck bed adjacent to the gap, wherein the first tab is configured to pivotably engage with the first bed hinge, and a second bed hinge configured to attach to the truck bed adjacent to the gap, wherein the second tab is configured to pivotably engage with the second bed hinge.


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    Title :

    Hinged tailgate bridge


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