While I don't have the cool "optional cable stays", I do something similar
as Ben. I have two sets of about 14" of chain and two "S" hooks from Home
Depot that I use to hold the tailgate horizontal for longer loads. See what
I mean at:

http://volksweb.relitech.com/tomc/crew/loaded1.jpg

When I carry 12' sheets of drywall, I place 12' 2x4's on the bed under the
drywall to support the parts that canteliever beyond the tailgate.

TomC

-----Original Message-----
From: BenT Syncro
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Sent: 2/9/05 3:12 AM
Subject: Re: sliding rear window for transporter

(snip)

As for loading long cargo such as lumber, I simply put the tailgate
down. My Doka has the optional cable stays which allows the tailgate
to remain in the position horizontal to the bed. --
BenT