My Z almost KILLED me?

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04-19-2012, 10:56 AM

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Whilst we await that info, here are 3 sets from that place, classed as replacements for:

Without spoiler http://autopartsbylou.com/lift-suppo...e=Rear%20Hatch

With stock spoiler http://autopartsbylou.com/lift-suppo...e=Rear%20Hatch

With oversized spoiler http://autopartsbylou.com/lift-suppo...e=Rear%20Hatch

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04-19-2012, 11:38 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Modrummer

You don't WANT it to duplicate the OEM struts. The OEM aren't strong enough to keep the hatch up. Yes they're tougher to shut because they're higher pressure struts.

Agreed!

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04-19-2012, 01:02 PM

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a little dramatic haha but yea it doesnt exactly feel good falling on your head.

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04-19-2012, 04:02 PM

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Quote:

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You don't WANT it to duplicate the OEM struts. The OEM aren't strong enough to keep the hatch up. Yes they're tougher to shut because they're higher pressure struts.

Hmm, see, the OEM *are* strong enough to do the job, the problem is, they fail early.

My worn out OEM hold the hatch up fine so long as it's over 45 degrees.

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