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Subject:Re: How long do gas struts last in storage?
From:ralph meyermann
Date:Tue, 29 Mar 2011 04:05:08 -0600

I think you may be on to something there i've seen many with little use that
go flat?  My 82 westy project is needing a pair anyone know wich brand is
best and maybe if a stronger pair is recommended?

On Mar 29, 2011 4:03 AM, "BenT Syncro" <syncro@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi All,

Wondering how long one should expect gas struts such as those used on
rear hatches and hood last in storage? Thinking of buying spares and
just keep them stashed away. But most of stuff I read says gas struts
will leak a pressure periodically to the point of eventually rendering
them useless. Any ideas?

I noticed vendors tend to have clearance sales on gas struts which
seems to support the notion.

TIA,

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BenT