Automotive

Replacing gas struts yourself is a viable DIY project. This article outlines the process, safety considerations, and required tools to get the job done.

Determining the correct strut size involves measuring its extended and compressed lengths, stroke, and force rating. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to accurately identify the strut size you need.

Installing gas struts the correct way is crucial for their performance and lifespan. Typically, the rod should point downwards, but some applications require the opposite.

Compressing a gas strut for installation can seem challenging. This guide provides a step-by-step method ensuring safe and effective compression for easy fitting.

Gas shocks and gas struts are often confused, but they serve different purposes. Gas shocks absorb movement in vehicles; gas struts support weight and hold components open. Understanding these differences is critical for correct replacement.

Liftgate strut replacement typically costs £80–£400 per strut depending on vehicle make, OEM versus aftermarket choice, and whether you fit them yourself or use a mechanic.

Why Do Tonneau Covers Need Gas Struts? Gas struts hold a truck bed tonneau cover open at a fixed angle so it doesn’t slam shut or crush your hands while you’re loading cargo, and they control the descent when you close it. Hard folding and hinged tonneau covers are heavy — often 40-70 lbs depending…