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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 11:25 AM
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One strut will not hold the hood open on a standard C6 hood. I should have a pretty cool bruise on my arm in a couple of days. Use something to keep it propped open. I disconnected one strut and the hood did not waste any time coming down. That is all.
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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 11:26 AM
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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 02:32 PM
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Well, you've got that experience going for ya . . . . . . .

Filed away in the book of lessons learned.
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Most newer cars use hood lifting struts now, and not uncommon for them to go bad. While not my Vette, had my share go bad. Try and buy some with a lifetime warranty, and save the receipts.
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Made sure to be holding the hood with my head while I worked mine free. lol Couldn't find anything to prop it with.
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Thanks for the PSA. Info like this is likely to help others!
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Just so know, the same goes for the rear hatch.
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It's almost like they put two there for a reason....

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Just so know, the same goes for the rear hatch.
Yea and with that, good chance your head is going to be under it.
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Originally Posted by Tally Ho
One strut will not hold the hood open on a standard C6 hood. I should have a pretty cool bruise on my arm in a couple of days. Use something to keep it propped open. I disconnected one strut and the hood did not waste any time coming down. That is all.
Same for the rear hatch. I used a helper so I still have all 10 digits.
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Sorry, what is PSA
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Public service announcement??
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Glad you were not hurt badly

When installing new rear speakers I had to remove the struts. Per a "how to write up" I found I tied a small rope to the rear hatch and attached it to the track for the garage door. Little late for your application but maybe it will help the next guy
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Glad it wasn't any worse than a bruise

Funny how things seem like a good idea at the time and bang....you're kicking yourself thinking I should have known better.
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