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Old 05-01-2014, 06:06 PM   #438 (permalink)
kellyefields
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Originally Posted by N0SL3N View Post
I have tried to install my hood struts 10 times but they are not even close to working properly. The shock body hits the brake/battery covers with the hood still 6" open and then starts to bend when you close it further. I have changed the height of the posts, including adding many more washers per side and it still doesn't work properly. Its a pretty simple installation and I have everything lined up and tightened but the geometry just isn't working.

Maybe my car is different, I don't know.
ensure your car is not on a jack or stands because the changes the geometry if you can send me some pics maybe i can talk you through what is wrong. also check out the youtube video that explains alot of the issues you can trouble shoot as well.
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