Gas Strut Spring

[viperryder]

Saw an article about the gas strut spring on Spyderlovers, and have tried to find it, but am not able. When I search all I get are articles with the word strut in them. Can anybody give me the link as I want to buy the 35# unit because I use a Blacksheep pad when traveling. Thanks :yes::yes:

 

[Bob Denman]

I don't have a link, but I think it was decided that an auto parts store would have what you need; just take along the OEM piece...

 

[NorthStar]

Saw an article about the gas strut spring on Spyderlovers, and have tried to find it, but am not able. When I search all I get are articles with the word strut in them. Can anybody give me the link as I want to buy the 35# unit because I use a Blacksheep pad when traveling. Thanks :yes::yes:

This talks about the strut that holds up the seat, if that is the thread that you are looking for.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...nt-stay-up-for-refueling&highlight=seat+strut

 

[Chupaca]

Have to agree..!!

with Bob...auto parts stores carry a large variety of struts. Need to match length a ends..good luck..!!:thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

I might have gotten one RIGHT??? :shocked:

:roflblack:

 

[harrypottar]

If you read the original thread, link a few messages up, there is a link to rock auto parts there n clearance for $7. I ordered mine from there and to 30 seconds to swap out the strut.

harry

 

[2 Cruysyn]

Saw an article about the gas strut spring on Spyderlovers, and have tried to find it, but am not able. When I search all I get are articles with the word strut in them. Can anybody give me the link as I want to buy the 35# unit because I use a Blacksheep pad when traveling. Thanks

Need to do the same. Looks like the Strong Arm #4423 (from this thread) will do the trick.

There are a few threads on SL that address this problem but of the ones I've read I have yet to find the specs for the OEM "gas springs." So here they are. The manufacturer is Suspa in Grand Rapids, MI.


Seat: C16-27695

Measuring center-to-center on the mounting point:
10.8" compressed, 17.7" extended
18 Lbs. of force


Trunk Lid: C16-28002

Measuring center-to-center on the mounting point:
5.1" compressed, 7.9" extended
32 Lbs. of force

(Clevis end is 10mm. Bushing OD is 10mm, ID is 6mm, length is 14mm. Screw is M6x30x1.0 T27 Torx)
(Ball Stud is 10mm, 13mm Hex, Stud is M8x18x1.25 (I assume for the seat as well))


Saddle Bag Damper: C16-27720

Measuring center-to-center on the mounting point:
5.27" compressed, 7.63" extended
No force, this is a damper