Anyone have to replace rear swing gate gas strut yet?

[Happy Hummer]

Gas strut replacement for rear swing gate...
I've already got the part (Tuff Support 610714) but can't find a simple set of instructions for removal and installation.:emb:

 

[JPaul]

Aren't they just like the hood struts where you just pop the old ones off and pop on the new ones?

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[Traxx]

Iirc, like most struts there is a little metal spring clip at the end you pop off with a mini screwdriver then the strut comes right off.

 

[alrock]

:yeahthat

 

[H3slate]

I purchased this strut, and have not been very impressed by it. It fits, which is a good start, but does not have enough power?/strength? to hold the tailgate open all the way on a mostly flat surface. I found the part number for oem and will try that next. I do have a 35" spare mounted on the door, but the original strut worked fine until it died.

 

[alrock]

I had an aftermarket unit and it didn't work well. Then I went back to OEM . . . and it didn't work well. Argh.

 

[Happy Hummer]

It actually is a bit different than the hood struts. Here's a pic...


https://www.google.com/search?q=gas...UIEigC&biw=1280&bih=800#imgrc=4zmDFeZo16dQ4M:

 

[JPaul]

Thats for a Nissan 350Z...

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[poncho1965]

Mine is shot, will be doing it soon. Just did the hood struts late last year.

 

[Happy Hummer]

Thats for a Nissan 350Z...

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The picture is representative of what was purchased not the actual product. Just using it for example. The ends are similar, that's it.

 

[Happy Hummer]

All finished with the miss' h3. I now realize mine stinks...lol! I've ordered a Stabilus / Sachs Lift Support SG230109. Seems like a nice one. Ran about $27.

By the way oem 15255554 , 15864389. Cheapest with s/h was close to $45.

 

[4speedfunk]

McMASTER CARR has a great selection of gas struts.


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