Tailgate lock in snow country

I am trying to find out if anyone has installed a BasicKoncepts electric tailgate lock and has experienced a winter. Snow gets in pretty mush everthing and I did not think the tailgate was weather proof. Therefore water and ice could cause it problems. Also, where would the key be located if I was to install a manual lock. The instruction book I reviewed seems to only talk about the electric version. Lastly, does anyone have the BasicKoncepts Telephone #? I could not find it anywhere.

If you installed a manual lock the keyhole is in the center of the recessed handle hole. A little inconvenient if you have a lot of keys on your ring but is doable.

Thank you, dou you know if either manual or electric will work better in the winter?

I don't. We get snow that sticks about once every winter. After having the tailgate apart I don't think there is much chance of snow or water getting in there directly, though. Manual lock cylinders are always susceptible to freezing however.

Anyone got pictures of what the rear handle assembly looks like with the key hole lock?