Rear hatch hydraulics problem
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Rear hatch hydraulics problem
Yeah, yeah, really dumb newbie question but........
I'm cheap cuz I have to be (married), so do I HAVE to buy new hatch hydraulic struts since mine have lost most of their lifting power? The struts hold the hatch up once it's raised but I no longer get that sexy and confident push to full open when I pull the hatch lever. Is there a fix and if there isn't whats the best (and cheapest) aftermarket replacement.
(PS: my cheap behind will be getting keyless everything one day and solonoid release is pointless if the hatch doesn't open after unlatching.)
I'm cheap cuz I have to be (married), so do I HAVE to buy new hatch hydraulic struts since mine have lost most of their lifting power? The struts hold the hatch up once it's raised but I no longer get that sexy and confident push to full open when I pull the hatch lever. Is there a fix and if there isn't whats the best (and cheapest) aftermarket replacement.
(PS: my cheap behind will be getting keyless everything one day and solonoid release is pointless if the hatch doesn't open after unlatching.)
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Billzrx7, hit me at jerry.paris@abc.com with a price quote.
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I think advance auto has replacements, I forget the part number, but the counter guy can look it up for ya. Got one for my GSL-SE once, worked like new. Seems like it was less than $20.
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Originally Posted by zukskywalker
I'll check it out. Thanks.
Mine also is sticking alot when I hit the switch. Gotta reach up behind me, push up on the Hatch a bit, then slip my fingers under it and heave and hoe. Lemme tell ya, fingers hurt after a couple times of that.
I guess I'm really reposting because it's been, what a year? since this thread was replied to..seeing if there's any new info on where to get a fix/anybody willing to sell/cheap stuff, etc.
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Originally Posted by NZConvertible
They're actually gas, not hydraulic. There are companies that specialise in recharging them, and it's not all that expensive. Check the Yellow Pages.
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Originally Posted by Sideways7
Welcome to the club. I have to slam the door shut to get it to where I can get my fingers under it to open it.
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Originally Posted by theagavejazz
i got two perfect ones at the junkyard for $20. look around.
Now when I say retarded as me, I might as well have Downs when it comes to cars. That's probably going to be my MAIN fall on this car...since I can't do anything, I have to pay people to do it..*IE Replace the tranny...everything*
Anyway yeah.
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Originally Posted by CyberPitz
Are they easy to replace? Or can sometbody as retarded as me be able to do it?
Now when I say retarded as me, I might as well have Downs when it comes to cars. That's probably going to be my MAIN fall on this car...since I can't do anything, I have to pay people to do it..*IE Replace the tranny...everything*
Anyway yeah.
Now when I say retarded as me, I might as well have Downs when it comes to cars. That's probably going to be my MAIN fall on this car...since I can't do anything, I have to pay people to do it..*IE Replace the tranny...everything*
Anyway yeah.
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Originally Posted by NZConvertible
They're actually gas, not hydraulic. There are companies that specialise in recharging them, and it's not all that expensive. Check the Yellow Pages.
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According to Mazdatrix: For 86-92, we have found that the factory Mazda parts are the only/best solution
http://mazdatrix.com/in-hatch.htm
http://mazdatrix.com/in-hatch.htm
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If you need a handle, I got a rear hatch with a wiper for $40. If you come get it.
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Originally Posted by philiptompkins
what kind of places refill them? like what should i be looking for in the phone book?
It's definitely worth looking into before paying between $210 and $330 for new ones from Mazdatrix. We paid NZ$130 (~US$90) for reconditioned exchange struts for the 626, and the guy who did it said these were the most expensive type he did due to weight of the 626's hatch. They work as well as new ones.
Originally Posted by eatmyclutch
The shocks, I read somewhere in my manual not to take them apart cause they have some kind of liquid?
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Originally Posted by zukskywalker
Yeah, yeah, really dumb newbie question but........
I'm cheap cuz I have to be (married), so do I HAVE to buy new hatch hydraulic struts since mine have lost most of their lifting power? The struts hold the hatch up once it's raised but I no longer get that sexy and confident push to full open when I pull the hatch lever. Is there a fix and if there isn't whats the best (and cheapest) aftermarket replacement.
(PS: my cheap behind will be getting keyless everything one day and solonoid release is pointless if the hatch doesn't open after unlatching.)
I'm cheap cuz I have to be (married), so do I HAVE to buy new hatch hydraulic struts since mine have lost most of their lifting power? The struts hold the hatch up once it's raised but I no longer get that sexy and confident push to full open when I pull the hatch lever. Is there a fix and if there isn't whats the best (and cheapest) aftermarket replacement.
(PS: my cheap behind will be getting keyless everything one day and solonoid release is pointless if the hatch doesn't open after unlatching.)
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I've just found company that will rebuild your struts. They are located in Canada - They can even make them a tad stronger than stock and they come with a 1 year warranty. I actually got the link from a NSX forum, and the NSX guys have had great results. The website is www.strutwise.com - They don't list the FC on the page, however I gave Frank a call and he says that he can do them. I'll be sending in 3 sets to him and will post my results.