2000 rear hatch struts Q
Nov 27, 2010 | 07:24 AM
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2000 rear hatch struts Q
Our hatch struts/supports are beginning to lose their hold open capability. Is there anything that can be done to them to help them work better or do they have to be replaced? If replaced, what is the best source? Thanks!
Nov 27, 2010 | 05:48 PM
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From: Union NJ
they probably just need to be replaced, would check out rockauto.com, they tend to have that kind of stuff, not sure where else to look
Nov 27, 2010 | 06:26 PM
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From: Riverton, UT
I think even NAPA will have those.
Nov 28, 2010 | 10:27 PM
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Advanced auto, as well, i think all parts stores carry those. Maybe even a cheaper way, junk yard. Junk yards are treasure troves of parts like that.
Nov 29, 2010 | 09:07 AM
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From: NY NY
Heck, just use a pair of vice grips!
Nov 29, 2010 | 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by
Dans01Durango
Heck, just use a pair of vice grips!
......The true back yard mechanic has spoken!......
Nov 30, 2010 | 09:18 AM
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From: NY NY
They worked on my 98 Pathfinder! Hehehehe..
Nov 30, 2010 | 10:13 AM
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From: Union NJ
how did that help with not needing to replace the liftgate struts, or did i miss something?
Nov 30, 2010 | 03:23 PM
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talkin about when he opens his hatch, he clamps some vice-grips to the strut, so it doesnt fall.
Nov 30, 2010 | 05:02 PM
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From: Union NJ
ahh ok apparently i need to wake up all the way before logging on . . . it all makes sense now
2000 rear hatch struts Q
......The true back yard mechanic has spoken!......
