Will this bolt straight to my tailgate where the factory light sits?

Yes, it's designed to mount at the factory brake light location on the tailgate. Verify bolt holes align with your application before final installation.

Do I need to splice wires into my truck's electrical harness?

This light requires connection to your brake light circuit. You'll need to wire it to your truck's existing brake light signal — a direct plug-and-play connector is not confirmed, so plan for splicing or harness adapter.

What if the sequential pattern doesn't match my truck's factory flash rate?

Most LED sequential lights flash independently of the truck's signal circuit. Test the pattern before final mounting to confirm it suits your preference — some buyers prefer the visual effect, others prefer traditional solid brake illumination.