I did not get your original query.  I would have done what you did, so have
nothing further to suggest.

On Fri, Aug 25, 2023 at 8:12 AM Dick Wong <sailingfc@dslextreme.com> wrote:

> Got your email and I would have tried what you have already done.
> Sorry, got nothing else.
>
> -Dick W.-
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: ddbjorkman@verizon.net <ddbjorkman@VERIZON.NET>
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Sent: Fri, 25 Aug 2023 09:16:52 -0400 (EDT)
> Subject: noisy hatch struts
>
> So, am I the only one who has experienced this problem?Noone has any
> comments//
> Is anyone getting this or my original post??
> Here is the original post.
> Hi all.One of my hatch struts has started making a horrible squeaking
> noise. A loud noise.  I tried greasing the lower attachment point and using
> lube and penetrating spray on the piston.  Nothing has worked.  Any ideas
> on this one??
> BTW, anyone know what size the circlip and washer are?  I need a spare set.
>
> Please post if you received this.  Even if you don't have a solution.
> When I asked if anybody got it,only 2 replied came back.
> Dave B.the Boston one
>