>I can see installing one (along with good struts) for those times when I'm
>carrying a bicycle on the rear hatch.

On my web site are a few more options for keeping the rear hatch open.
Especially if you have bikes or other cargo on the rear door.
I also have a kit to add a third hatch strut.

http://www.telusplanet.net/public/gary2a/rack/hatchstrut/hatchstruts.htm
<http://www.telusplanet.net/public/gary2a/rack/hatchstrut/hatchstruts.htm>

Gary Lee
http://www.telusplanet.net/public/gary2a/vw.htm