John Deere Gator Tailgate Latches Bed Handles Part VGA12138 and VGA12139 Pair of NEW in the package tailgate latch handles for John Deere Gators that have the metal tailgate. Part numbers VGA12138 and VGA12139 (old numbers AM120170 & AM120171). These fit most 4X2 & 6X4 gators and early TS, TX, and TH models. Will only work on the metal tailgates.