Rear hatch supports
#1
Rear hatch supports
Well the rear hatch support rods failed. The rear hatch won't stay up anymore on it's own.
Where can I find inexpensive replacements and are the hard to replace?
I'm a DIY'er, so I don't mind getting my hands dirty.
Thanks.
Where can I find inexpensive replacements and are the hard to replace?
I'm a DIY'er, so I don't mind getting my hands dirty.
Thanks.
#2
Most of the auto parts stores have them. Auto zone, Advance ect. easy to do most have a clip to hold support rod to a ball. just remove clips and install new support thats it. Even if just one is bad hatch won't stay up. Buy two.
#3
As Reed said, they should be fairly easy to replace. I had to replace them on my 87 Jeep Cherokee, had them replaced in 10 min. Keep in mind, I didn't really have any idea of what I was doing.
Just make sure you have a 2x4 or a cheering squad to hold the hatch open.
Just make sure you have a 2x4 or a cheering squad to hold the hatch open.
#5
I would also suggest you replace both since if there is a miss match it can cause you to warp the door as it closes. Might not be a big deal if you always use the center of the door to close it but the grab handle/cup is off to one side so..................
#6
Thanks guys. When I do replace them, I'll get both at the same time. I do that when I replace headlights / turn signal lamps too.
After making some calls, here's what I found:
Local dealer: $33.42 each
Advance Auto: $29.98 each
Auto Zone: $26.99 each
GM Parts Direct.com: $19.81 each
Even with the shipping and tax, GM Parts Direct is the winner here with a grand total of $55.24
After making some calls, here's what I found:
Local dealer: $33.42 each
Advance Auto: $29.98 each
Auto Zone: $26.99 each
GM Parts Direct.com: $19.81 each
Even with the shipping and tax, GM Parts Direct is the winner here with a grand total of $55.24
#7
Thanks guys. When I do replace them, I'll get both at the same time. I do that when I replace headlights / turn signal lamps too.
After making some calls, here's what I found:
Local dealer: $33.42 each
Advance Auto: $29.98 each
Auto Zone: $26.99 each
GM Parts Direct.com: $19.81 each
Even with the shipping and tax, GM Parts Direct is the winner here with a grand total of $55.24
After making some calls, here's what I found:
Local dealer: $33.42 each
Advance Auto: $29.98 each
Auto Zone: $26.99 each
GM Parts Direct.com: $19.81 each
Even with the shipping and tax, GM Parts Direct is the winner here with a grand total of $55.24
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