4000 Series Replacement Passenger Side Tailgate End Plate for VGM-99-4000 Gate by Stromberg Carlson®. The end plate is the steel piece that is attached to each side of your tailgate. The tailgate sits inside the endplate, the latches are housed in the endplate and the truckbed cables attach to this plate as well. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver great quality at an affordable cost.