The original ones failed quickly because the left side was weaker than the right side, a design that probably saved Volkswagen a few cents up front but caused headaches for Vanagon owners (sometimes literally) over time. The German ones I sell are equally matched stronger ones, for $19.95 apiece. You could not get better ones without making the hatch unacceptably difficult to raise/close. They also will allow the hatch to stay open in any position desired. I have been selling them for several years and have yet to see one fail. - Ron Salmon The Bus Depot http://www.busdepot.com (215) 234-VWVW |
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