An easy fix if your seat is too heavy for the gas shock

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Or if the shock has failed due to age etc. … years ago I wanted my seat to open more so I got rid of the Gas Shock and re-placed it with a shaped steel rod.... Got to my bio page and then to my Albums ….pics with explanations are posted …… Mike

[DesertSpyder]

Great idea Mike! I added the utopia backrest and a full seat sheepskin cover on my RT however the BRP strut now can’t handle the extra weight. So It operates like a hood support being attached at one end and the other end goes into the hole you drilled in the seat pan right? Does it rattle when the seat is closed? Thanks for the idea.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Great idea Mike! I added the utopia backrest and a full seat sheepskin cover on my RT however the BRP strut now can’t handle the extra weight. So It operates like a hood support being attached at one end and the other end goes into the hole you drilled in the seat pan right? Does it rattle when the seat is closed? Thanks for the idea.

It isn't a tight fit so I imagine it can ….. but I have never heard mine, while driving …. and there is no evidence on the paint that it is moving around.... If you are still concerned, use a small rubber band and many wraps around the rod , it will act as a cushion …..I hadn't thought about this fix until you brought up the possibility ..thanks … I'm going to add this tonight …... Mike

[Bob Denman]

It's just as easy to go to an auto parts star with the OEM prop rod, and match it up to a aftermarket one with a stiffer spring!

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

It's just as easy to go to an auto parts star with the OEM prop rod, and match it up to a aftermarket one with a stiffer spring!

Really - and how much pressure does the OEM gas shock provide ???? ……………..Mike

[Eckhard]

31 lbs is what I read somewhere here.

[trikermutha]

I got mine from rock auto holds up the seat very well. Old posts below.

https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ock+auto+strut

[Bob Denman]

I used one set for 30 psi, and it worked perfectly.
(NOTE: My seat had a sheepskin seat cover, a BRP backrest, and a fuel door installed...)

[MonPaul]

I have had the same problem since I put my backrest on.
Just want to let everyone know that Rock Auto has them on wholesale closeout for $6.60

https://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/st...t+support,1404

[joekeys]

Try a Suspa C16-20651. It is a 40lb. strut shock and is 2 inches longer. Got mine on Amazon. Works great.

[Bob Denman]

The extra length isn't a problem?
Get a stiff enough spring: and you've got an ejector seat!

[boomerman]

I have had the same problem since I put my backrest on.
Just want to let everyone know that Rock Auto has them on wholesale closeout for $6.60

https://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/st...t+support,1404

Thank you for the link, mine was getting a little weak.
Saved me a bunch of money