I just received my new hatch struts from Imparts and they were indeed the 
Suspender Brand.  A big disappointment but I am going to give them a shot and 
see what happens.  I'll keep you posted.

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>>that's Imparts    (800) 325-9043,  FAX (800) 525-9043
>>       8041 Hanley Industrial Court
>>       St. Louis, MO 63144

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>I called them today as I need new hatch struts for my bus. I asked
>them for the brand they carry (wanted to make sure I wasn't getting
>Suspender Brand after all I have heard about them here) and was told
>they are manufacutered by BMW. Went ahead and ordered. Will let
>everyone know how things go.

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Elizabeth                                    '84 Westy
Burlington, VT                         
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