SC1200
TailGator™
Operator Manual &
Installation Instructions
Serial Number
SC1200
TailGator™
Operator Manual & Installation Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a TailGator™ from Blue Ox!
TailGator™ is the ideal product when you want to haul oversized objects in the bed
of your truck and need to leave the tailgate down. TailGator is a simple yet durable
solution to taking your toys along for the ride without the hassle of hooking up a trailer.
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Operator Manual &Installation Instructions
The SC1200 has 6-1/2” vertical adjustment and 6” of horizontal distance. The treadplate distance can
adjust from a minimum of 23-1/2” to a maximum of 49”
Tools Required
7/16” Socket
7/16” Wrench
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Item No. Part No. Description Qty.
1..................... 61-6929 ................................. SC1200 Support Weldment .................................................. 1
2..................... 61-6931 ................................. SC1200 Receiver Hitch ........................................................ 1
3..................... 100-1292 ............................... SC1200 Aluminum Treadplate .............................................. 2
4..................... 107-3261 ............................... 2-1/2" Square Tube Spacer .................................................. 2
5..................... 200-1483 ............................... 5/8"Ø x 3” Eff. Pin with Clip ................................................... 2
6..................... 201-0896 ............................... 1/4"-20 x 5" Hex Head Bolt, Grade 5, ZP .............................. 6
7..................... 202-0102 ............................... 1/4"-20 Hex Nylon Nut, ZP .................................................... 6
8..................... 203-0001 ............................... 1/4" Flat Washer, ZP ........................................................... 12
9..................... 290-0502 ............................... 2-1/2" Square Black Plastic Cap Plug ................................... 4
10................... 290-0503 ............................... Black Plastic Cap Plug .......................................................... 2
Additional Kits Available:
11 ................... SC9059 ................................. TailGator™ Ramp Kit ............................................................ 1
Important:
Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your TailGator™. Do NOT substitute homemade or non-typical parts. Replacement parts may be ordered
through your nearest Blue Ox® Dealer or Distributor, or call our Customer Care Team at 402.385.3051. Failing to follow and/or altering these installation
instructions in either installation or required equipment will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
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1. Slide the receiver hitch into the truck’s hitch
and secure with a 5/8” x 3” pin and clip.
3. Align the tube spacers and treadplates
with the holes in the support at the desired
locations. Install the six (6) 1/4”-20 x 5” bolts
with 1/4” at washers thru the treadplates,
spacers and support and secure with 1/4” at
washers and lock nuts on the underside of the
support (white). Install the two (2) support cap
plugs and four (4) spacer cap plugs (gray).
2. Slide the support onto the receiver hitch
approximately 2-1/2” down from the tailgate
and secure with a 5/8” x 3” pin and clip.
4. Optional Ramp Kit: If using the SC9059 kit
as a middle ramp like shown. Align the tube
spacer and treadplate with the holes in the
support. Install the outer two (2) 1/4”-20 x 5”
bolts with 1/4” at washers thru the treadplate,
spacer and support and secure with 1/4” at
washers and lock nuts on the underside of
the support. Remove the support from the
receiver hitch and ip it over to install the
middle bolt thru the treadplate with the washer
and nut on the inside of the support tube
(inset). Reinstall the support to the receiver
hitch and install the two (2) cap plugs.
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Ramps sold separately - Model Number SC9023.
LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Park the vehicle on level, hard surface and set the parking brake.
2. Slowly drive the utility vehicle, motorcycle, etc. up the ramps, making sure the tires are centered
on the ramps. Acceleration must be slow and steady, NEVER over accelerate.
3. Secure the cargo as needed.
UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Park the vehicle on level, hard surface and set the parking brake.
2. To unload, be sure ramps are centered and fastened in place. Then slowly back down the vehicle
using the brake as necessary to control the speed.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE COMMITMENT
Blue Ox® is committed to providing you with exceptional customer care throughout your lifetime
with our products. Our team is here to assist you with any questions you may have regarding the
performance of your product. Simply call (402) 385-3051 and you can speak with our customer care
team.
Additionally, please visit our website to see which rallies our Destination America team will be
attending. For a nominal fee, our service technician will service your towing system to ensure it’s in
proper working condition. Also, as a commitment to our customers, should you visit our factory, you
can stay at our full service Blue Ox® campground at no charge along with enjoying a factory tour.
Again, thank you for being our customer and for the condence you have shown in the performance
of our products. It is because of customers like you we enjoy the success we have today.
One Mill Road, Industrial Park
Pender, Nebraska 68047
© 2013 Blue Ox
Phone: (402) 385-3051
Fax: (402) 385-3360
www.blueox.com
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