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Is it worth having Tailgate Assist Strut? Is it worth having Hood Assist Struts from MRT?
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Where did you get the hood struts?Just need a discount code
Panda Motorworks discount code Redline. Ordered a month ago, they've been backorder. Just got them.Just need a discount code
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O.K then,, thanks!!
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How’d you get the discount?
update - nvrmd. I found the website. They are on sale for $99.95.
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I installed the tail gate assist in less than 10 minutes. I also installed the hood assist system in about20 minutes. They really make life easier and I think aid we older folks. I got them from DEEZEE
If you buy the DeeZee Assist, you'll most likely need to buy a TR 50 socket, most toolboxes don't have it..
I ran out to Home Depot and grabbed one for $4
The TR30 is also used and is probably in everyone's bit kit.
Not going to lie, that bottom plate took me a while to get on right.
I ran out to Home Depot and grabbed one for $4
The TR30 is also used and is probably in everyone's bit kit.
Not going to lie, that bottom plate took me a while to get on right.
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My SnapOn set has that size. I'm good.
Hood no way, Tailgate yes
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Both issues I say screen rant style:
it's gonna be Super Easy, Barely an Inconvenience!!
Seriously what problem do either of those pricey hunks of extra weight solve. Small lightweight hood and barely there tailgate.
it's gonna be Super Easy, Barely an Inconvenience!!
Seriously what problem do either of those pricey hunks of extra weight solve. Small lightweight hood and barely there tailgate.
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I waited 2 1/2 months before getting the tailgate assist. Manual lowering was fine, not a chore by any means, but the assist is nice to have. With the assist I can have stuff in my hands or be packing up my gear while the tailgate drops. Sometimes I have to park in places where there isn't room to stand behind the tailgate when it's open, which is kind of awkward for manual lowering, so it's helpful for that. For me it's more about efficiency, rather effort. I still catch myself holding it while it drops sometimes, because I forget that I put the assist on.
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I have the tailgate assist strut. It is nice if you have other things in your hand to just open the tailgate and let go of it. It will then slowly open without slamming down.
The tailgate strut is a must for me now. I will note for everyone that it is unbearably slow in the cold weather. Cant force it faster or it screams back at you.
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