Vehicle is a '15 Forester that had a disagreement with Bambi.
I see OEM is aluminum. Aftermarket steel hoods are available and - not surprisingly - a fraction of the price.
Will OEM struts hold up a steel hood on these vehicles?
I understand varying gas struts can be purchased but there's not an infinite selection of lengths and pound ratings so I'm always skeptical of being able to find just the right combo.
Local JY's are VERY slim pickings....I'll basically need 8 hours one way to get anything that looks promising
I see OEM is aluminum. Aftermarket steel hoods are available and - not surprisingly - a fraction of the price.
Will OEM struts hold up a steel hood on these vehicles?
I understand varying gas struts can be purchased but there's not an infinite selection of lengths and pound ratings so I'm always skeptical of being able to find just the right combo.
Local JY's are VERY slim pickings....I'll basically need 8 hours one way to get anything that looks promising
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