WTB - '05 RTV 900 tailgate

[TahoeUsmc]

Hi all,

Been lurking here for a while and this is a GREAT forum, has saved my wallet many times with my RTV.

That being said, I crunched my tailgate on the hitch receiver while dumping a load of manure. Looking to buy one, doesn't need to be nice just straight with no major damage/rust. We are located in Central Oregon. Thanks!

 

[bczoom]

Welcome to the forum!
Sorry to hear about your tailgate.
Please let us know which model and year RTV you have. I think the tailgate dimensions and latching systems may have changed over the years.

 

[TahoeUsmc]

Welcome to the forum!
Sorry to hear about your tailgate.
Please let us know which model and year RTV you have. I think the tailgate dimensions and latching systems may have changed over the years.

It’s a 2006 RTV900 (not 05 like I accidentally said above). I don’t know which specific model exactly beyond that unfortunately. I do have the ID and serial number (see photo).

 

[TahoeUsmc]

Ended up biting the bullet and ordering a new tailgate...oh well, that will teach me.

 

[Terrawombat]

If the construction of the RTV900 tailgate is anything like the RTV1100 gate then it's designed to fail so I would be surprised if you could find anything on the used market that wasn't already trashed. I wound up also biting the bullet and buying a new gate for my RTV1100 as well and I'm sure that Kubota is loving the profit margins.

 

[avantiguy]

Oops! A little late but just a thought, why not build one out 1 X 1 square tubing and use mesh or bars as inserts.

Could be bolted or welded together depending on available skills.

 

[TahoeUsmc]

Believe me that idea crossed my mind. But it’s all about time and how little I have. Would love to have a “custom” one ha. Maybe after I crunch this one! Thanks for all the replies everyone. I appreciate the help.