Modshack1
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On the other hand, you can buy those pistons for $15 each at Mcmaster...Just need to figure out the Pressure needed as there are lots of options..
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DIY poor mans WORKING auto pop trunk hatch
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On the other hand, you can buy those pistons for $15 each at Mcmaster...Just need to figure out the Pressure needed as there are lots of options..
tman1
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So I'm guessing you haven't figured the out for us yet. :iono:
4D17HY4
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I don't understand. It's the same motion, the same angles. Why is the pressure any less?
Also, the only reason you'd lose an inch is because the bracket is inverted. I can't imagine how you'd lose 3-4 inches unless the piston doesn't fully extend - and why would that happen?
Also, the only reason you'd lose an inch is because the bracket is inverted. I can't imagine how you'd lose 3-4 inches unless the piston doesn't fully extend - and why would that happen?
ick
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Swarm1424
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Did this yesterday and it works pretty well. I love it actually. Sometimes it wont go, last light it was a little cold and I couldn't get it to work but like80% of the time it works so props to the op Its really cool. Id be interested in getting better pistons if they are cheap so there's a little more pressure. But all in all definitely worth the 10min job. Do it, totally no issues with rubbing or Clearance issues at all
tman1
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Vincevw3291
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Worked fine
I did this 2 weeks ago, MK6, and it worked that day 85+ degrees. When it cooled off it stopped working so I just ordered the spring stops from ECS for around 20 shipped and BAM, every time. I didn't turn the struts around and have no rub problems.
Great! Thx!
I did this 2 weeks ago, MK6, and it worked that day 85+ degrees. When it cooled off it stopped working so I just ordered the spring stops from ECS for around 20 shipped and BAM, every time. I didn't turn the struts around and have no rub problems.
Great! Thx!
trigger_storey
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I did this about 4 months ago and it's worked every single time no problem. I also have no scratches, damage etc. The only thing I don't really care for is the difference in force it requires to shut versus stock.
x2!
yunone
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i am not finding anything on ECS about stop that would work for the rear hatch L
I am thinking he meant this: http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/ES2108933/ES2108933/ES2108933/
yunone
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any idea what piece is intended to do?
It looks like it is supposed to keep some compression on the stop bumper for it to be released when the hatch is open...as seen here on the ECS video for the MKV: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RgZTIMsJLc
I could be wrong and possibly isn't it though.