McMaster Carr also sells a locking gas spring. Perhaps a better alternative since you won't always have bikes on the rack. Scroll down: http://www.mcmaster.com/#gas-springs/=k93iuv Stuart -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Harry Hoffman Sent: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 3:46 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Rear hatch struts - heavy duty Hi All, Bus Depot offers a set of heavy duty rear struts. They supposedly can hold open the hatch even with a bike rack and bikes. Unfortunately they are on back order for 2-3 months. Anyone know a alternate vendor? Cheers, Harry |
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