[Z06] great trunk opening idea
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great trunk opening idea
here's a great tip: i finally did what i'd read about on this forum for a long time, which is spray some wd-40 on the center locking mechanism/hatch. now when i open the trunk via the fob or from inside, the trunk pops up about 2 inches all the time.
this is a great idea for those of you whose trunk doesn't (or occasionally doesn't) open all the way. i was having a big problem with this, & kept having to open & shut the driver side door so the air pressure would pop open the lid. that was very annoying, to say the least. now, no more!
this is a great idea for those of you whose trunk doesn't (or occasionally doesn't) open all the way. i was having a big problem with this, & kept having to open & shut the driver side door so the air pressure would pop open the lid. that was very annoying, to say the least. now, no more!
Team Owner
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From: Swansea IL
That's usually the first thing many of us do, however it didn't work for me. I'm adding the second strut today and if that doesn't work I off to Home Deport to buy a 50 cent spring which I know works.
Take a look at the only DIY mod that works 24/7:
BTW my early 03 Z came from the factory with only one strut. Other's have two. Go figure.
Tom
Take a look at the only DIY mod that works 24/7:
BTW my early 03 Z came from the factory with only one strut. Other's have two. Go figure.
Tom
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From: "Atlanta" Ga.
Originally Posted by AFVETTE
BTW my early 03 Z came from the factory with only one strut. Other's have two. Go figure.
Tom
Great Photo
That one strut thing is odd, but watch 03's we be the most "Collectable" because of it
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From: Charlotte, NC (formerly Endicott, NY)
Originally Posted by Gonzo
Great Photo
That one strut thing is odd, but watch 03's we be the most "Collectable" because of it
That one strut thing is odd, but watch 03's we be the most "Collectable" because of it
Bill
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From: Longview Texas
Originally Posted by AFVETTE
if that doesn't work I off to Home Deport to buy a 50 cent spring which I know works.
Tom
Tom
Coming up with a bushing to keep the spring centered on the shaft might be a little difficult.
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From: Swansea IL
Originally Posted by TEXHAWK0
The thing I would be concerned about is that over time the ends of the spring would scratch the shaft on the strut and cause it to start leaking.
Coming up with a bushing to keep the spring centered on the shaft might be a little difficult.
Coming up with a bushing to keep the spring centered on the shaft might be a little difficult.
My deck lid POPS up about 2 inches now. As far as the TSB is concerned it only addresses a deck lid that's not "aligned" has nothing to do with "opening".
Tom
Melting Slicks
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From: Cary NC
My 02 has 2 struts. But it did the same thing. Trunk lid would barely pop open. Lubed the latch and all the hinges and now it pops about 2in. I'll keep the spring idea in mind. Not a bad idea at all.
Pro
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From: Farmington Hills MI
My '02 Z also had this problem.If anyone wants an alternate fix, try this. My M3 cab, has the same size/same kind of plastic screw in stops, only with a spring loaded center section. Clever "krauts" ! Pops the deck lid like magic now. Can send pics if anyone is interested. Drop by your Bimmer dealer.
Regards,
Torxila
Regards,
Torxila
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From: Longview Texas
Originally Posted by RRRRmbl
My '02 Z also had this problem.If anyone wants an alternate fix, try this. My M3 cab, has the same size/same kind of plastic screw in stops, only with a spring loaded center section. Clever "krauts" ! Pops the deck lid like magic now. Can send pics if anyone is interested. Drop by your Bimmer dealer.
Regards,
Torxila
Regards,
Torxila
Melting Slicks
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From: boston mass
Originally Posted by AFVETTE
That's usually the first thing many of us do, however it didn't work for me. I'm adding the second strut today and if that doesn't work I off to Home Deport to buy a 50 cent spring which I know works.
Take a look at the only DIY mod that works 24/7:
BTW my early 03 Z came from the factory with only one strut. Other's have two. Go figure.
Tom
Take a look at the only DIY mod that works 24/7:
BTW my early 03 Z came from the factory with only one strut. Other's have two. Go figure.
Tom
THAT SPRING HAS TO BE RATTLEING AT TIMES
Safety Car
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From: Melbourne FL
Originally Posted by RRRRmbl
My '02 Z also had this problem.If anyone wants an alternate fix, try this. My M3 cab, has the same size/same kind of plastic screw in stops, only with a spring loaded center section. Clever "krauts" ! Pops the deck lid like magic now. Can send pics if anyone is interested. Drop by your Bimmer dealer.
Regards,
Torxila
Regards,
Torxila
Please send pics and part number if you have it.
Thanks
Pro
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i like the spring idea, are you using 1 or 2 springs? (both sides?)
where in home depot are these? and what size? part number?
i think itd be hard to make it rattle when the trunk is closed cause its compressed, althou itd most likely rattle while driving with trunk open.
thanks for the cool idea.
jim your idea is good too!
don
where in home depot are these? and what size? part number?
i think itd be hard to make it rattle when the trunk is closed cause its compressed, althou itd most likely rattle while driving with trunk open.
thanks for the cool idea.
jim your idea is good too!
don
Last edited by donnyonee; Apr 25, 2005 at 11:02 PM.
Burning Brakes
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Mobil1 spray lube works for me. I found the product at MSC, on the net. I buy 3 cans at a time, at $11.99 a can. I use it on all the door hinges, locks, and latches. The trunk pops open each time. A two second shot in the latch every month keeps the trunk working with no problems.
Le Mans Master
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From: Longview Texas
Originally Posted by Chuck Harmon
Spraying white lithium grease on the latch and other parts is still working for me.
Chuck
Chuck
I put white grease on the latch assembly and on the spring coils, and now it pops up every time.
