Hood Supports
07-13-2006, 12:42 AM
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Hood Supports
I'm thinking of replacing the stock rod with something better. I've seen the CDC type struts but I'm concerned they won't last. Anyone that's ever owned a hatch back knows the seals get worn and don't hold. I'd like some honest feedback on this item. http://www.uprproducts.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=1090
It looks pretty strong and foolproof. I'm mixed about the looks though. Anyone here have any suggestions on what the best product is for this application?
It looks pretty strong and foolproof. I'm mixed about the looks though. Anyone here have any suggestions on what the best product is for this application?
07-13-2006, 09:14 AM
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RE: Hood Supports
I am not sure how well they would work but I like the looks of them. Something different. If I did not already have the CDC struts I think I would try these out. At that price you can't really go wrong. If you don't like them then sell them on eBay and get something else.
07-13-2006, 12:10 PM
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RE: Hood Supports
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I am not sure how well they would work but I like the looks of them. Something different. If I did not already have the CDC struts I think I would try these out. At that price you can't really go wrong. If you don't like them then sell them on eBay and get something else.
I am not sure how well they would work but I like the looks of them. Something different. If I did not already have the CDC struts I think I would try these out. At that price you can't really go wrong. If you don't like them then sell them on eBay and get something else.
07-13-2006, 01:01 PM
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RE: Hood Supports
Yeah, I guess the self opening feature is something that's pretty cool. The other thing about the UPR billet style is I wonder how the heck you release them? If you look at the design I can see how they would stay locked in that position but to put the hood back down do you undue one side and then the other? I do go to gatherings where everyone has their hoods up to allow viwing of the engine compartment. I am worried about some joker knocking out the support rod and you know the rest. Thanks everyone for your alternate suggestions.
07-13-2006, 05:00 PM
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RE: Hood Supports
If I might give a suggestion...
The Redline hood lift kits are nice, but why spend that much money? On my old show car, I did it myself, and they worked just as well. If you have an RV dealership around (which pretty much everyone does somewhere nearby), head over to their parts department. There you will find exactly what you need, gas shocks with the exact same kind of mounting brackets they use on the Redline kits (no offense to Redline by ANY means), and where I get them, they're about $10 - $15 a piece. If you have a rivet gun and rivets, you're all set. It's simple, and they should have the shocks ranging anywhere from 35 lbs to 115 lbs. Just a suggestion....
The Redline hood lift kits are nice, but why spend that much money? On my old show car, I did it myself, and they worked just as well. If you have an RV dealership around (which pretty much everyone does somewhere nearby), head over to their parts department. There you will find exactly what you need, gas shocks with the exact same kind of mounting brackets they use on the Redline kits (no offense to Redline by ANY means), and where I get them, they're about $10 - $15 a piece. If you have a rivet gun and rivets, you're all set. It's simple, and they should have the shocks ranging anywhere from 35 lbs to 115 lbs. Just a suggestion....
07-13-2006, 06:40 PM
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RE: Hood Supports
Yeah your right if you can do it yourself for less go right ahead but I was in a hurry to get things moving along so after the 2k for the wheels and rubber the $60 or less not sure what it was did not seem to be a big deal.
BoidMorphs, I am not sure what style you were looking at but I just shut my hood no unlatching or button pressing errr what I mean is they don't lock into place which is why someone said there concerne was how long they lasted because if the seals start to leak it would close by it's self or droop on one side and if that happens just get a replacement and snap it in to the same brackets.
BoidMorphs, I am not sure what style you were looking at but I just shut my hood no unlatching or button pressing errr what I mean is they don't lock into place which is why someone said there concerne was how long they lasted because if the seals start to leak it would close by it's self or droop on one side and if that happens just get a replacement and snap it in to the same brackets.