I think there is a better way. When I bought my rear hatch rack, Gary sent
me a PVC tube that fits over the strut. It can be put in place when needed.
I thnk I'll install it after all.

William

Subject: Re: Rear hatch struts

> I got tired of replacing mine. So I hing a small pair of needle nose Vise
> Grips in a small holster by the rear door.
>  Lift the door, clamp the grips to the shaft of the strut- no muss,no
fuss.
> Cost about $8.00 total
>
> Brian(the cheap Scotsman)
>