Rear trunk gas shock

[Devious56]

Well, after looking at the results of the "search" function for a couple of day, I thought I would ask the general forum if there is anyone who has actually replaced the gas shock on the trunk lid of their RT? I read Bob's fix of using an RC truck shock spring, which is a doable option, but I would really like to replace the weak life that is from the factory. I don't care if this is the way it is designed, I don't like it. I've also searched on E-bay, but it seems like the only place to get this item is either from BRP for $65.00, or Suspa for $90.00. Any help will be appreciated, opinions don't count.

David

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

GAS SHOCK

I know you can get them at the Auto parts store......But I don't have a Part #......someone will and post it for you.........Mike :bbq:

 

[Cruzr Joe]

I just put a second shock from BRP on the other side, two shocks work great.

cruzr Joe

 

[Devious56]

I know you can get them at the Auto parts store......But I don't have a Part #......someone will and post it for you.........Mike :bbq:

Sorry Mike, the only part numbers that have been posted on this forum are the BRP and Suspra numbers, and those parts as I mentioned, are just too pricy.

David

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Look here then

Sorry Mike, the only part numbers that have been posted on this forum are the BRP and Suspra numbers, and those parts as I mentioned, are just too pricy.

David

.......McMaster.Carr.......they have almost EVERYTHING :roflblack:..............After you check out their site I'm sure you will find lots of things you can't live without ......very good selection of METRIC stuff.......Mike :thumbup:

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Sorry Mike, the only part numbers that have been posted on this forum are the BRP and Suspra numbers, and those parts as I mentioned, are just too pricy.

David

David

Reach a little deeper into your pocket and you will find the extra money for this project.

Cruzr Joe

 

[Devious56]

David

Reach a little deeper into your pocket and you will find the extra money for this project.

Cruzr Joe

Thanks Joe, it's strange that I never thought of that.

David

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Thanks Joe, it's strange that I never thought of that.

David

:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:, you are definitely a Hoot.

Joe

 

[finless]

You won't find it at an auto parts store or McMaster-carr... It was made for BRP by Suspa... So it's a one off Suspa makes.

Bob

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

WELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL - MAYBE

You won't find it at an auto parts store or McMaster-carr... It was made for BRP by Suspa... So it's a one off Suspa makes.

Bob

..:lecturef_smilie:..Mcmaster -Carr part # 4138T52, and end parts #9416K84 in the correct size for the hole ...............I think about $20.00 total + shipping ......your welcome .............Mike :bbq:..... Note: You should take your STRUT out and get EXACT measurements .....and then match them to the charts provided by McMaster Carr ...........but I think the ones above should work.!!!

 

[Devious56]

..:lecturef_smilie:..Mcmaster -Carr part # 4138T52, and end parts #9416K84 in the correct size for the hole ...............I think about $20.00 total + shipping ......your welcome .............Mike :bbq:

Thank you Mike, I'll check that out. I know what/who Mc Master Carr is, but didn't think they would have the gas shock.

David

 

[cptjam]

Hmmmm

Ordering one tomorrow! Thanks , Mike!

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

THIS STRUT

Ordering one tomorrow! Thanks , Mike!

...Before you or anyone else orders it........You should make sure the OEM strut measurements are the same or close enough to work !!!!!!..... I did " NOT TAKE MY SPYDER APART " last nite......I just put a tape measure down in and got an ESTIMATE ......PLUS I ONLY THINK that bottom attachment piece is an " eye ".....I got cranky that Bob said McMaster Carr didn't have one......THEY have everything........So some HOMEWORK is necessary.........................Mike :thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

opcorn:opcorn:opcorn:
(Waiting to see how this all works out...)

 

[Devious56]

You won't find it at an auto parts store or McMaster-carr... It was made for BRP by Suspa... So it's a one off Suspa makes.

Bob

Thank you Bob, the only answer that I have come up with so far, is that no none makes a direct replacement for this gas shock. But, I'm not done looking yet, your fix is looking better and better.

David

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Thank you Bob, the only answer that I have come up with so far, it that no none makes a direct replacement for this gas shock. But, I'm not done looking yet, your fix is looking better and better.

David

David

For about $65.00 total you get the One made for the Spyder, no jerry riggin and no problem with how it works, you spent in the area of 30,000 for the Spyder so in the grand scheme of things 65.00 is NADA go with the matching shock from BRP. :thumbup:

Cruzr Joe

 

[Devious56]

David

For about $65.00 total you get the One made for the Spyder, no jerry riggin and no problem with how it works, you spent in the area of 30,000 for the Spyder so in the grand scheme of things 65.00 is NADA go with the matching shock from BRP. :thumbup:

Cruzr Joe

Joe, I really don't know how to explain this, what you say is perfectly true. I just purchased a gas shock for my new seat that actually holds it open for $11.00. I got a pair of gas shocks for the hood of my SUV that only cost $15.00. I guess I had an aversion to paying 3 times the normal cost for an item just because it has a "name" on it. Maybe I will have to spend the $65.00 to hold the lid of my trunk open, but I hope I can do it for less money. And by the way, I really didn't pay $30,000 for my Spyder, I don't think I would have spent that much money for one. But, I am getting off the point. If I can find a gas shock that will fit and do the job for around $20.00 then I'll buy one, other wise, if the problem is bad enough, then I guess I'll just stick a paint stirrer in there to hold it open.

David

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Joe, I really don't know how to explain this, what you say is perfectly true. I just purchased a gas shock for my new seat that actually holds it open for $11.00. I got a pair of gas shocks for the hood of my SUV that only cost $15.00. I guess I had an aversion to paying 3 times the normal cost for an item just because it has a "name" on it. Maybe I will have to spend the $65.00 to hold the lid of my trunk open, but I hope I can do it for less money. And by the way, I really didn't pay $30,000 for my Spyder, I don't think I would have spent that much money for one. But, I am getting off the point. If I can find a gas shock that will fit and do the job for around $20.00 then I'll buy one, other wise, if the problem is bad enough, then I guess I'll just stick a paint stirrer in there to hold it open.

David

I happen to have an extra "paint Stick" if you need one.

Cruzr Joe

 

[pegasus1300]

In a previous post it was pointed out that our strut is a one of a Kind creation for RT trunk use only. In the grand scheme of things that makes the trunk lid strut infinitesimal when compared to the uses your SUV hood struts can be used for and the volume that are manufactured.Economics of scale will get you every time.

 

[Devious56]

I happen to have an extra "paint Stick" if you need one.

Cruzr Joe

Thanks Joe, but I have plenty, trying to get around to painting the deck.

David