Do these rear hatch struts lift the hatch up in a quick non stop motion like the OEM's do? Other aftermarkets I have purchased, slow at 2/3rd the way up until fully opened. I believe that is why the Nissun struts are so expensive! Any feedback would be...
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I would say yes they work great I just push the button pull a lil bit and it opens all the way for the price I have no complaints at all its better then hatch falling on my head
1864646
Rear is easy. Takes about a half hour if you have all the tools (jack, stands, and pneumatic tools). Front are struts and I did my own. They are a challenge, but I recommend getting the whole unit (pre-assembled strut-spring unit). I just replaced the strut cylinder and you have to get a spring compressor to hold the spring tension while you replace the strut. Not worth the savings to me since it ended up costing about the same with time, tools and effort. Also you may need an alignment after you replace the front struts.
1604467
On my struts one bumper was black rubber and the other one was a whitish foam bumper they serve the same purpose(BUMP STOP). I have about 5000 miles on them and have noticed no difference in performance, only time will tell which is better. I am very happy with the performance and the ride. If you are changing the rear struts be sure to check your sway bar mounts and link rods.(clunk and rattle in rear). I have 238,000mi on my Camry. My front sway bar mounts and links were OK.
319237
I have these on my 98 XJ and they gave me about 4.5 inches of lift. I also bought the 3.5 springs and they gave about 4.5 as well. They haven't even settled yet and I have had them on for 3 months. I love the this lift! Trimming and putting 33s on soon!
2095646
When I ordered these for my car a year ago, I ordered two. For that price, I received one strut mount and the picture shown at the time that I ordered, was different. It only showed one strut mount in the picture. It should be for one strut mount, as I cannot see the price dropping by 50%, in just a year. The current price per is also comparable to other parts sources.
17527
Not really. You can adjust the mounting posts to pitch forward a bit but not much. Definitely not as far forward as the OEM. In many cars it is almost same as original.
13400
If I understand you correctly, the struts do support the rear door. I watched an online video so I'd know how to change them out and it is a very simple and straight forward process. It took me maybe 3 min. to do both. The struts work just as they're suppose to . Hope you find this helpful
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The strut (shock) are about $100 a piece. I would recommend you consider replacing the strut mounts also. Very nice setup; by moving the snap ring up to a different groove you can lift your vehicle up to 2". On my FJ Cruiser I also purchased rear coil spring aluminum spacers (2") to match the front. Keeps the original ride quality. Don't forget to retorque all bolts and get front end aligned when done installing.
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The strut has four recessed channels at various heights along it. Prior to installing, you select how much lift you want 0-2" or so and put the snap ring in the slot. The spring support sits on that snap ring and, voila, you have you lift or no lift strut. The biggest disadvantage is that, once installed, you cannot adjust the height unless you take the whole strut off. It also puts a bit more load on your stock springs if you use one of the lifted slots so the ride might be more stuff.
659475
You do not need longer struts. These spacers go on top of the stock length struts. The stock length shocks on the rear will work but may limit your overall suspension travel. A longer shock would be more ideal.
1420095
Absolutly. Most strut/spring combo needs alignment. Dont need to ask make/model as a quick strut always needs alignment. They are easy to put on even for a beginner. Good Luck and let me know if there is anything else we can help with.
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No. The ride height did not change on my 2002 GMC Envoy. The reason for purchasing the QuickStrut was because I didn't want to mess with spring compressors. The old spring/strut combos were easily removed in one piece and the new ones went in just as easily. I got about 150,000 miles on the original struts before noticing some vehicle wandering on the road. Problem ended with the new struts. Also followed instructions in video I found on-line, and changed out the struts without the need for a re-alignment (assuming you didn't need one in the first place.) Great ride, if you like slightly stiffer than normal. I go off road occasionally, so I like the stiffness. No. The ride height did not change on my 2002 GMC Envoy. The reason for purchasing the QuickStrut was because I didn't want to mess with spring compressors. The old spring/strut combos were easily removed in one piece and the new ones went in just as easily. I got about 150,000 miles on the original struts before noticing some vehicle wandering on the road. Problem ended with the new struts. Also followed instructions in video I found on-line, and changed out the struts without the need for a re-alignment (assuming you didn't need one in the first place.) Great ride, if you like slightly... » Read More No. The ride height did not change on my 2002 GMC Envoy. The reason for purchasing the QuickStrut was because I didn't want to mess with spring compressors. The old spring/strut combos were easily removed in one piece and the new ones went in just as easily. I got about 150,000 miles on the original struts before noticing some vehicle wandering on the road. Problem ended with the new struts. Also followed instructions in video I found on-line, and changed out the struts without the need for a re-alignment (assuming you didn't need one in the first place.) Great ride, if you like slightly stiffer than normal. I go off road occasionally, so I like the stiffness. « Show Less
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These were supposed to be for the rear on my 2002 civic ex sedan..... Although I have no idea how the would have ever fit.... The rear strut mount has the dust boot incorporated into it ( it's all one metal piece that protects the shaft of the strut! I ended up not using them and just went with the stock setup. The SB103's worked like a champ on the fronts though!!
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Are you asking about how much weight can be hung on the end of the hatch while fully opened? Not much. It easily holds the very heavy hatch up, but it doesn't require much of a tug to pull it down. On my jeep, it works perfectly. Just a little tug will bring it down. HOWEVER, the shocks themselves can hold some serious weight! I tried everything I could (pushing it against a wall, kneeling on it, trying to step on it) and I could NOT get the shock to go down.
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These are a standard replacement spring so officially do not lift the vehicle. They do replace a heavy duty number and have a higher spring rate (and therefore sit a little higher than the non heavy duty model). In my case the old springs in my empty '87 Cherokee had no arch. These Dorman springs raised the vehicle from the worn out springs about 1.5 inches, allow a greater payload, and give a stiffer ride. Pre-installed bushings are a great plus.
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Any suspension question about fit would have to go through Monroe. Nest solution to make sure is their Quick Strut option that comes with shock or strut with a pre compressed spring in a bolt up assembly with very little trouble. The lift is minimal 2 inches or so. It does not affect the hieght change greatly.
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These are OEM replacements, I don't believe they give you any lift over what the stock springs give you. Maybe others can chime in on this, but I'm pretty sure my answer is accurate.