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[closed] Figs Hood Gas Strut Kit [1 Kit Left!!!]; replace the annoying hood prop
Topic Started: Mar 17 2008, 10:42 PM (3,994 Views)
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we need 3 more people!

hopefully this pic will be of some motivation! :) Thanks to mr singh!

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yanman,Mar 24 2008
12:26 PM
Noob question - If you plan on getting a CF hood later, would the CF hood gas struts work on stock hoods or would it be unsuitable? :P

To Be honest I'm not sure.

I would think the differences between a oem kit and cf kit is the struts would be valved to suit the weight I.e a oem kit strut would be valved to hold the extra weight?
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i'm guessing it would fit. the brace monts for the hood are still the same. only difference it'll be lighter with a cf hood.
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Hmm.. so it's more of a gentle lift on the cf hood factor. I wonder what happens if you use the normal struts on a cf hood...
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So anyone else up for a kit?!?
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DR-JEKL,Mar 28 2008
08:48 AM
To Be honest I'm not sure.

I would think the differences between a oem kit and cf kit is the struts would be valved to suit the weight I.e a oem kit strut would be valved to hold the extra weight?

I spoke to a CF fabricator and he said that if anyone was to use the OEM kit on a CF hood it would just heighten the risk of simply snapping or damaging the CF hood.
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Count me in, I hate the standard one. Had my car for a year now and still find myself looking for the hood prop above the radiator.
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cookie,Apr 8 2008
09:11 PM
Count me in, I hate the standard one. Had my car for a year now and still find myself looking for the hood prop above the radiator.

lmao yea me too!!


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grr you forgot me! i was already on the list! :P
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I hate to sound dumb but I see it all the time and still don't know what "Imao" means.

I hear text language crash course!
- LMAO - Laugh My Arse Off
- FYI - For Your Information
- AFAIK - As Far As I Know
- FTW - For The Win
- LOL - Laugh Out Loud
- ROF.L (ignore the fullstop, had to use it to stop the smilies coming up) - Rolling On the Floor Laughing
- LMFAO - Laugh My F***ing Arse Off
- JDM - Japanese Dream Machine :rolleyes: - had to use that!
- REPCO - Rip Every Poor C*nt Off
Anyone else think of any to add?
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cookie,Apr 9 2008
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I hate to sound dumb but I see it all the time and still don't know what "Imao" means.

I hear text language crash course!
- LMAO - Laugh My Arse Off
- FYI - For Your Information
- AFAIK - As Far As I Know
- FTW - For The Win
- LOL - Laugh Out Loud
- ROF.L (ignore the fullstop, had to use it to stop the smilies coming up) - Rolling On the Floor Laughing
- LMFAO - Laugh My F***ing Arse Off
- JDM - Japanese Dream Machine  :rolleyes:  - had to use that!
- REPCO - Rip Every Poor C*nt Off
Anyone else think of any to add?

In My Arrogant Opinion :lol:

Also

IMO = In My Opinion
IMHO = In My Honest Opinion
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Thanks guy's, now I understand.
Now, back on topic, who else is keen on these struts.
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cookie,Apr 9 2008
12:10 AM

- JDM - Japanese Dream Machine  :rolleyes:  - had to use that!

I was always under the impression JDM was Japanese domestic market...

LOL it is, I'll just rather think JDM means the dream machine instead hence the smilie and "had to use that"
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it is jap domestic market. we need two more people for these struts.

purhapes cookie you could create a thread for those non fast texting people. :D
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Heya, I'm keen depending how much it would cost to ship to NZ :) If combined shipping is cheaper, I can actually ship within north island for free once it reaches me!!
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-DC-,Apr 9 2008
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Heya, I'm keen depending how much it would cost to ship to NZ :) If combined shipping is cheaper, I can actually ship within north island for free once it reaches me!!

This is from Shane
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ah yes...*smacks head* i read that i think but it didnt register in my head...
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Haha, it's just one of those days I guess. So you in?
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-DC-,Apr 9 2008
04:14 PM
ah yes...*smacks head* i read that i think but it didnt register in my head...

u down for one buddy?
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When is the latest I can confirm?? I've spent a little too much cash lately so I kinda need a few days to consider. I dont want to waste you guys time, so nevermind me; if I miss out, I miss out.
If any other NZers (North Islanders) want a set let me know, as I would be more inclined to purchase a set of shipping can be shared.
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smnt :P
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lol cookie do u want smnt extended out too aye? hahaha

SiMoN T = smnt every 2nd leter of my name.

comon DC it's cheap as.. cost you the same price as a full tank of petrol! :)
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actually 2.5 takes for me as I gas up gst-free :lol: to be honest I'm very very tempted, but I've spent waaaay too much money in the last 3 weeks... damnit.. I've wanted gas struts for ages too :(

I'll try to find out how much I can make off selling the factory clip for and then decide if it recoup's enough money :P I remember someone telling me they're something stupid new from toyota, like $120ish??

About $45 now sorry :(
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remember when it's boiling hot and your trying to keep the bonet open it's gonna burn the crap out of your fingers!

oh and you don't have to worry about the hood falling on your head if it's windy! :P

we only need 2 more people!
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how would I may payment if keen? ;) still highly considering; but if i miss out, i miss out- I dont want to be a crappy time-waster :(
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