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Feb 24, 2026 | 07:59 PM

sjmaster

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hatch struts

Question, with new GM struts how close to closed will they hold the hatch open?. My original 2019 Z06 stuts let the hatch fall at around 18-20 inches from closed. Other than this, they do assist in opening and holding it open. Is this normal or should they be replaced?
thanks!

Feb 25, 2026 | 09:33 AM

RonC7

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The hatch should stay wide open with good struts. My 2019 GS hatch still stays wide open.

Struts are generally easy to change.

Ron

Feb 25, 2026 | 09:48 AM

sjmaster

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Thanks Ron.. mine will stay open fine.. I am asking if I should expect it to stay open about 20 inches from closed..

Feb 25, 2026 | 09:56 AM

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Thanks Ron.. mine will stay open fine.. I am asking if I should expect it to stay open about 20 inches from closed..

No. The closer it is to being closed the more force is applied on the struts. They're not designed to hold the hatch open a few inches.

Feb 25, 2026 | 10:11 AM

RonC7

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Never tried intermediate positions - either wide open in garage or just popped open with tender cable coming out, or full closed.

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