Date:         Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:36:58 -0700
Reply-To:     BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: How long do gas struts last in storage?
Comments: To: craig cowan <phishman068@gmail.com>
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Craig,

Here's hoping there's a sof accuracy some accuracy to that theory. The nitrogen they put in struts are probably less likely to escape when there is no movement in the seals. But come to think of it, those seals are the likely culprit which does not age well and ultimately fail.


Regards,


BenT

sent from my electronic leash

On Mar 29, 2011, at 5:18 AM, craig cowan <phishman068@gmail.com> wrote:

> I bought a 1980 westy that had sat for about 20 years. The struts were good and I kept them. Still work. 
> So....
> in my experience, they wear out from use, but not from sitting.
> 
> -Craig
>