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Feb 15, 2019 | 12:46 PM

Duck A4

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Tailgate struts

Does anyone have issues with their tailgate struts?

The tailgate seems to slow down instead of 'popping' up to it's maximum height once opened. I once hit my head on it, reaching into my boot, because the struts didn't push the gate up fast enough.

Is it because it's cold outside or are there gas issues/faults within the struts?

I don't have a powered tailgate.

Feb 15, 2019 | 12:54 PM

uberwgn

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Duck, welcome aboard! Would you consider fitting new struts? They definitely get weak.

Feb 15, 2019 | 02:27 PM

Duck A4

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Actually I haven't considered changing them, unless they were totally shot. I don't mind a tinker though, so I would prefer to refurbish them in some way if at all possible

Feb 15, 2019 | 02:51 PM

KevinGary

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The struts seem to last about 5 years before going limp

Feb 15, 2019 | 03:14 PM

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Actually I haven't considered changing them, unless they were totally shot.

I don't mind a tinker though, so I would prefer to refurbish them in some way if at all possible

Mr. Duck, can you re-charge tiny gas struts?

Feb 15, 2019 | 03:29 PM

jagtoes

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There are several places that rebuild struts which the car restorers use . Unless you have a specialty car or a unique shock it's cheaper to buy new ones.

Feb 15, 2019 | 03:31 PM

KevinGary

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They are very inexpensive and very easy to install.

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Feb 17, 2019 | 06:03 AM

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Replace the strut. Cheap and easy fix.

Feb 17, 2019 | 07:30 AM

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uberwgn

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I replaced both struts on our 2006 wagon last year. They were around $US22 each. Very simple to swap out. I did the hood, too, when that went limp. No big deal.

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