Best automotive lift supports according to redditors

You do not need to have electric power lifter for the frunk to open automatically. Just two stronger coils:
https://www.amazon.com/Pneumatic-Support-Automatic-AY-Customs/dp/B07RXRY5HZ

I put a cargo net between the two hooks in the cargo area to keep grocery bags from sliding all over the place.

This guy put a net on the ceiling to store blankets and stuff - I haven't done this, but I want to sometime

I got one of these from harbor freight and put it in the back - it fits perfectly between the backseat and the hatch. Into that I put a tire inflator and jumper cables from harbor freight, and a first aid kit from Amazon

I also did a mod that keeps the rear 12v socket on when the car is off so I can inflate the rear tires without turning the car on

I haven't installed one, but the U-haul trailer hitch for the element bolts straight in, so I want to get one of those sometime

Another thing I'm planning on doing soon is replacing the hatch struts with these because my hatch won't lift itself all the way up

I also replaced all my lights except headlights with LEDs - I can link all those here later if you want - I'd definitely recommend doing the map lights, you can get a huge brightness boost on those if you want. The rest of the lights aren't much brighter than the incandescents, but they use a lot less power and you can get colored or cool white lights if you're into that

Edit: I remembered some more stuff I did

I added these floor mats from Walmart - it's like $15 for a set of two. They keep dirt and gravel from getting everywhere and help keep my feet from sliding around

Another harbor freight addition is this clamp that I use to hold down the door switch if I want to keep the radio on with the doors open. This disables the beeping and is a lot easier than finding a plastic screw or wiring in a relay and button. It also fits perfectly in the drivers door pocket

Enjoy it! I love mine. Perfect little daily driver with enough pep to keep me entertained when I want to. The recaros are amazing.

Couple hints: If you want better seat placement in the car and a more comfortable ride, get this gas pedal spacer. It's not that big, super easy to install, and makes driving it so much more comfortable since your foot doesn't have to travel as far from the brake to the gas. You wouldn't think 9.5mm is a lot, but it works very well. It also makes heel-toe shifting possible/way easier.

Also the mountune short shifter makes the shifter feel like it should out of the factory. Also pretty easy install but you should take out your battery and CPU for easier access and you can also install these shifter bracket bushings at the same time which remove almost all of the rubbery gross play in the shifter. Both of these give a hugely improved feel to the car.

Whether you do or don't do these, you will still have a great car that is fantastic to chuck around. Have fun with it!

Qty (2) StrongArm 4325 1998 To 2010 Rear Hatchback Lift Supports Struts W/O Spoiler https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RVQYI2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0RiUCbDKH81JV

Fit my 03 EX perfectly.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721CS4QD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Basically buy two of these, remove old struts, and install them: StrongArm 6304 Jeep Grand... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0031HT8JS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

There's a video on YouTube on how to install but it basically takes 3 minutes.

I have experience installing exactly 1 pair of struts on a hatch.

From what I remember, I stood on a scale and then weighed myself holding the door up. I found a pair of struts to hold this weight, plus maybe 10 extra pounds. I came pretty close to a perfect match for lift weight. (i had a fairly heavy wooden hatch) I did find that when it got close to freezing outside, the hatch wouldn't stay up.

Mounting was a huge pain in the @ss. It was alot of trial and error on my part. There is math/geometry to measure and almost perfectly align them. I can't remember what resources I used now, but it's definitely not rocket science. You can do it if you brainstorm for awhile.

Here are links to the hardware I used. Just cheap generic-ish auto struts and mounting hardware.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Y3H1AQE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004713BR2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BRF38Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

photo of heavy @ss wooden hatch on my former heavy teardrop which I sold https://photos.app.goo.gl/q7uk3x6TkcQ4pZT82

I highly recommend these liftgate struts. $17.99 on Amazon. No complaints after a year and a half. Congratulations on joining the club!

Here you go:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000H5SJGA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A1AUFI5NHGNZ61&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0031HT8JS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

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You can also do the trunk:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5Dun6iNnoY

StrongArm 6304 Jeep Grand... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0031HT8JS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I bought two of these. Had to buy two singles for some reason amazon wouldn’t ship a pair to California.

Century Spring C-77 2 Count... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000H5SJGA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Bought this spring.

There are several how to videos. The process is simple and takes 5 minutes. remove oem shock replace, remove second oem shock replace. Test opening function. Then pull up the cover that has the illuminated frunk release button and replace heavy spring with lightweight one.

One of the how to videos showed that doing this does not prevent the frunk safety catch from operating.

Edit video https://imgur.com/a/K3cUFZ1

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0031HT8JS/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Amazon 20 inch 100 lbs Gas Prop Lift Spring Rod Strut Heavy Duty Tool Box Lid Top RV https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y3H319S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XRZ6Ab0ZBZRJ1

i use these. they make it harder to close the trunk but not so much so. i like em so far https://www.amazon.com/Automatic-Supports-Struts-Stainless-Upgraded/dp/B07V6PZQ5S/ref=pd_sbs_263_t_1/134-1917254-2020959?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07V6PZQ5S&pd_rd_r=5cfe8547-e19d-49f0-a694-f4d0e8059e10&pd_rd_w=dAx3Y&pd_rd_wg=bggxO&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=3GY3YJ80SGS4P2S8KWFW&psc=1&refRID=3GY3YJ80SGS4P2S8KWFW

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i use the 1tesla frunk mods - a ctually may have bought something similar on amazon and like that as well. I find it aligns the hood better with the bumper

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these mods make owning the new passive key fob awesome

>https://www.amazon.com/Pneumatic-Support-Automatic-AY-Customs/dp/B07RXRY5HZ

This looks like a way more reasonable implementation. I wonder if there are any better ones out there for similar price? The reviews on that mention it being way too strong

This is what I swapped mine for if you're interested. They are $55 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPPYGQ7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NiXODbDQC35W3

Here’s a link to the one I purchased. It was an alternate since the one Brian initially suggested was out of stock. I felt weird buying it coz it was for a Jeep but it worked perfect.

Beneges 2PCs Hood Lift Supports Compatible with 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2005-2010 Jeep Commander Front Hood Gas Spring Struts Shocks Dampers SG414046, SG404028, 6304 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075FW3XSC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QjCTDb1ESD9PN

I’ll go do that.
Seems like something like this would solve a lot of problems and probably be better for the long run.
Club Car Precedent 3" RHOX Spindle Lift Kit 2004-Up Golf Cart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UZ8AGJW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_m-GTCb62V2DKX
That price is very doable for me, and I won’t an issue doing it myself

It’s not a Honda part, this is what I bought. Install was quick and easy, and raises the clearance a few inches so you don’t hit your head.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0031HT8JS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

2 of these for the frunk. Took about 20 min to install w/ a broken hand

Yeah, looking at it it’s a bit slower than yours. I used the Jeep ones from amazon.

StrongArm 6304 Jeep Grand... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0031HT8JS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I got mine off of amazon, I can't find the exact ones I got but just a quick search found these:
http://www.amazon.com/StrongArm-4291-Cherokee-Liftgate-Support/dp/B000ALG0KS

Found these : Qty (2) Fits Subaru Forester 2014 To 2018 Liftgate Lift Supports (W/Power Gate) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TDCCBTH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_eLlSDb4RC1F2J

But it says power gate which I don't have. You think this is ok? I need the brackets and screws since my wife lost those parts!

Sorry, didn't want the post to seem like I was plugging a product. Here it is.

This is what I got https://smile.amazon.com/Ford-Fiesta-Pedal-Lift-Spacer/dp/B0116HT0MY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1517656394&sr=8-4&keywords=no+pistons+spacer

Look at the fourth picture. Hard to tell from the angle of your pictures, but those "buttons" should correspond to holes in the hood you can pop them into.

these ones

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075FW3XSC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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they were linked in that youtube videos description as well.

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You can find replacement shocks for the rear window hatch on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/ECCPP-Supports-1984-1996-Chevrolet-Compatible/dp/B01MSZT9XB/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=92+corvette+rear+window+shocks&qid=1564887995&replacementKeywords=rear+window+shocks&s=gateway&sr=8-3&vehicle=1992-47-440------------&vehicleName=1992+Chevrolet+Corvette

Qty (2) StrongArm 6757 Fits... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016N6YGXQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Got these ones

I don't think there is such a thing as a dual directional spring. What I did was to use two of them, mounted so that they oppose each other.

These are the ones I used. They're a bit overpowered at 80N, but it doesn't matter too much if they are opposing each other. If you can find a 50-60N option, that would probably be ideal.

For additional reference, you can check out my project update posts in my Imgur page here

Good luck, and don't forget to post pictures here so we can see how it turns out!

Cheers

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-44870-Gold-Support-Clamp/dp/B0002SRCYM/ref=asc_df_B0002SRCYM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312049103272&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13892432015374041681&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9023412&hvtargid=aud-801381245258:pla-491398995019&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=62837065100&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312049103272&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13892432015374041681&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9023412&hvtargid=aud-801381245258:pla-491398995019

I used these on my 04 and they worked great. I don't know if you can cross-reference the two numbers to verify fitment.

If you have a 97+ these work great
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ALG0KS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MA.5ybWVS0DG2

Use a vice grip on the hydraulic shaft - if you set it just right it holds tight and doesn't damage the already broken hydraulic.

I did that for about 1 year until I said fuck it and spent the $40 on two new ones from amazon.

Check on Amazon for a support clamp. I've attached a link to something that may help... Lisle 44870 Gold Lift Support Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SRCYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XqBwDbWHM3HAR

Prop rod support clamps are your best friend. (hit up a few parts stores and you'll find one sub $10 eventually.