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hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Thursday, March 26, 2009 10:15 AM
I don't know if that's what you would call them, but i was wandering what my plan is is going to work or is it just a big fail!!!!! Well i got two hydraulic pump thingys out of a vw jetta's engine compartment, because I'm sick of my hood holder gettting in the way. But i was thinking that i could put these things in like in a jetta on each side. Is it possible or is it just a dream? i mean yeah everything is possible but I really don't want to mess up my hood on my car. THanks

ZCraig

Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Thursday, March 26, 2009 10:40 AM
yes, people have used gas charged lift supports on our cars before. it can get involved, the angle at which the supports are at is very crucial. too steep and you'll dent or bend the hood trying to close it, too shallow and the hood won't stay up.



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Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Thursday, March 26, 2009 9:35 PM
There is a KIT you can buy, I got mine for $60, they are Gas Shocks and install with a few drilled holes and a Rivet gun.

Redline Tuning I think is the brand.




I think they have some on eBay now and then.




Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Thursday, March 26, 2009 9:45 PM
The price is Higher, but mine were part of a Group Purchase and they have Free shipping. Also if it helps, I've had these for about 5years I'd say, they work great to this day.

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Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Thursday, March 26, 2009 9:54 PM
Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Friday, March 27, 2009 7:57 AM
Curious if they have something like this for the trunk. I noticed that redline doesn't, but is there someone else ?
Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Friday, March 27, 2009 9:40 AM
verts have gas supports for the trunks, all you need is the hinges and plates off a vert.





Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Tuesday, April 07, 2009 1:22 PM
sorry to drag up an old thread.

Verts?

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Re: hydraulic hood lifts/hinges
Tuesday, April 07, 2009 1:27 PM
Tim Reams wrote:sorry to drag up an old thread.

Verts?


convertable


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