I did it for $10, just requires some "engineering". I used a generic lock actuator which came with everything I needed, I just had to make it work is all.
hmmmm ok , understood, will have to check out the project section. i want to thank mysporttrac.com as we are all look out for eachother. does anyone have an idea of what years and what cars i can get this from? (acuator)
IMO, $65 is not bad for self install. Dont have to worry with fabriction and collecting parts. Thats just me. If $$ is tight. Go the cheaper route. Those on here that DIY fab work seemed to be easy.
After doing a internet search; that is really not a bad price. I recall that in '01 the power tailgate lock was going for around $40 - $50, and now they are averaging around $100. The part no. listed in the '01 project on j.c. Whitney is $100.