Bonnet struts are the rods used to support your bonnet while you’re working on the engine, and tailgate struts are the small supports responsible for the smooth opening of your boot. The hood is supported by a bonnet strut.
How do you fit struts to a bonnet?
So fitting the struts is straightforward enough. You will need to drill eight holes into your bonnet in order to mount the bracket – you will be drilling holes into your bonnet no matter what kit you go with. The first step requires you to remove two factory bolts in the engine bay, one on each side.
Why install gas struts or bonnet lifters?
So what is the purpose of this Instructable, if you havnt guessed it is how to install gas struts or bonnet lifters on your vehicle. Thus improving the look of your engine bay, updating the car with a more modern feel and more importantlly for me the lazy option of not having to open your bonnet and pin it up.
Is the BT cruiser strut bracket any good?
The BT Cruiser Strut bracket is smaller and follows the shape of the bonnet, so overall looks a lot better. The instructions provided are OK, they explain the install well enough but see my tips further below. The kit comes with a pair of gas struts, mounting brackets, the necessary fittings and instructions.
Which side of the Bonnet do you put on first?
IMPORTANT do one side at a time ppl, safty first as your bonnet will weigh more than you think and could case damage to you and your car if you dont take care.
What are bonnet gas struts?
Bonnet struts are the rods used to support your bonnet while you're working on the engine, and tailgate struts are the small supports responsible for the smooth opening of your boot. We stock a range of sturdy struts for all types of car.
What are BMW bonnet struts?
The small struts under the bonnet/hood push up the rear end of the bonnet in the event of a frontal pedestrian collision and it's proven to lessen injury, particularly I understand, if children are involved.
How do you fix a bonnet gas strut?
0:261:29The strut from the mounting point on the body. Next take the replacement strut. And press the clipMoreThe strut from the mounting point on the body. Next take the replacement strut. And press the clip onto the mount point on the body then attach it to the mounting point on the panel repeat.
How do you install bonnet gas struts?
6:3710:11Attach the struts to the round head bolts. And then attach the clips to hold them in place. TheMoreAttach the struts to the round head bolts. And then attach the clips to hold them in place. The easiest way to do this is have a friend hold the bonnet. While you attach the. Struts.
When Should BMW struts be replaced?
every 50,000-100,000 milesGenerally, shocks and struts wear out every 50,000-100,000 miles. If you're a more aggressive driver and/or frequently drive on rough roads, they will wear out faster. Shocks and struts don't go out all at once; they deteriorate slowly over time.
How long do struts last on a BMW?
10 yearsToday, some say cars aren't built like they used to be and they don't last as long. However, if you maintain the vehicle, A BMW suspension, including the struts, springs, steering, and other components, are engineered to last 10 years or longer.
How long do bonnet gas struts last?
about three to five yearsNot many people know it, but bonnet struts only have a life span of about three to five years. After this time, they will need to be replaced if you want to be able to keep working safely under the bonnet of your car.
What happens when a gas strut fails?
Struts tend to fail in two main ways. Most failures are due to a gradual loss of pressure to the gas which results in the strut being unable to support the load. The risks are that the component being supported will gradually creep down or drop without warning.
How long do hood struts last?
Some original equipment shocks may be getting weak after only 30,000 or 40,000 miles. Struts usually last upwards of 50,000 or 60,000 miles.
Can gas struts be refilled?
However, gas struts have a life span of between 8-10 years so if your gas strut is close to that age, we recommend you don't regas struts but purchase new ones instead. Please do not attempt to regas or adjust the pressure of your gas strut by yourself. We have special equipment and training to regas struts safely.
Can you recharge hood struts?
0:023:57You can recharge it in under 15 minutes by adding a Schrader valve. And pumping up with a shock pumpMoreYou can recharge it in under 15 minutes by adding a Schrader valve. And pumping up with a shock pump for bicycles. This goes up to 400 psi.
What are gas struts used for?
Gas springs, or gas struts, are rods that provide support for doors, hatches, lids and covers that are horizontally hinged. They act as support in a variety of ways including, lifting, positioning and lowering; because of this versatility they are used in a wide range of applications.
How much does it cost to replace BMW struts?
BMW 328i Suspension Shock or Strut Replacement Cost Estimate. The average cost for a BMW 328i suspension shock or strut replacement is between $1,819 and $1,935. Labor costs are estimated between $433 and $546 while parts are priced between $1,386 and $1,390.
How much are struts for a BMW?
The average cost for BMW 328i Shocks and Struts Replacement is $490.
How long do hood struts last?
Some original equipment shocks may be getting weak after only 30,000 or 40,000 miles. Struts usually last upwards of 50,000 or 60,000 miles.
Does a BMW have struts?
BMW shocks & struts provide the damping control for your BMW's springs. Shocks and struts are where the suspension-control magic of your BMW comes from.
How many holes do you need to drill for factory struts?
Replacing Factory Bolts. So fitting the struts is straightforward enough. You will need to drill eight holes into your bonnet in order to mount the bracket – you will be drilling holes into your bonnet no matter what kit you go with.
Do you need to open the bonnet higher?
You will need to open the bonnet higher in order to fit each strut. Once both gas struts were fitted we tested out how they work, see the video below. They work really well, super easy to open the bonnet now, even Wifey can open it with no effort at all.
Step 2: 1st Step
One you have your parts and all needed, its time to get dirty......so to speak
Step 3: Fitting......
carefully undo the the top bolt only on the side of the bonnet ( keeping one on to hold bonnet steady and keeping safe)
Step 4: Repeat
Repeat the process on the other side, but keep the old support arm in plase untill finished ( this can be removed or kept, personal preferance )
Step 5: Marvel at Your Work....
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MANWHORE
Mods: the reason this is in the fabrication thread, is because it's not strictly a wtb. I'm hoping that we can develop this into a tutorial sort of thing for how they are fabricated. People are always popping up threads about where to buy these, and people always answer go down to your wreckers and pick up a set for $20.
MANWHORE
Guys, if you check out the pictures that I have attached down the bottom, I know they aren't strictly skylines there, but the tein one for the skyline is very similar.
Adriano
Just go to a wrecker and get a pair of a late model camry or some thing like that, they are fairly universal, you will pretty much have to drill a hole somewhere to do it though, and should only cost $10. Just make sure you get on off a bonnet not a hatch, as they are heaps heavier, and you could bend your bonnet trying to close it.
kezza
good idea mate... i have had a bit of a go doing this!! went to the crappers and got a sey short length struts... And yeah drilling a hole in the side portion of the hood doent work it WILL NOT hold the force of the struts!!
MANWHORE
Tein actually sell 32,33,34 gtr kits. They just don't sell the ones for gtst. The tein kits are 200 delivered via nengun. they would work on our cars, but it'd need to be gassed stronger.
kezza
i can weld yeah!!!! the painter has the welder!!! i could get hold of another tho!!!
