There are springs and cables that assist in lifting the pop top now. The springs are probably shot. They can be shimmed to increase the pressure. The springs are still available at the dealer. Dennis
-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Matt Heydon Sent: Monday, September 29, 2003 1:53 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Struts for pop-up? Dear Listees: Has anyone tried to retrofit struts to the lifting mechanism of the pop-top as an assist. When I have anything on the roof rack it is difficult to push up. Thx. Matt '87 Vanagon Weekender |
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