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Subject:Re: Rear hatch struts - heavy duty
From:Geneva Saint-Amour
Date:Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:47:15 -0700

A small diameter piece of PVC pipe can be slipped over the strut.  When the door is lifted, the PVC slips into place to support the door (regardless of the weight on it) When you are ready to close the hatch you simply move the PVC to align with the larger part of the strut and the door closes.  Need photos? Email me.