Hatchback struts needing heavier

[Showtyme400]

My factory ones are shot. I am also putting on a saris 3 bike rack so that will add some extra weight to the hatch. Looking to get heavier than the 80 pound rated stock ones. Does anybody have a updated link of new 100 pound struts from either ebay, amazon or anywhere else that will fit my 2010?

[WeeYari]

I'd approach use of more robust struts with extreme caution. Enough people have had the welds fail on the mounts with factory OEM, that I'd never consider it. Just carry a stick in the hatch for added support when you need it.

[Showtyme400]

I'd approach use of more robust struts with extreme caution. Enough people have had the welds fail on the mounts with factory OEM, that I'd never consider it. Just carry a stick in the hatch for added support when you need it.

Good to know, appreciate the info. I will keep it stock, not sure how much the bike rack weighs maybe wont even need the extra pounds.

[GeoffreyVB]

Surprised they lasted this long. Mine went a few years back and I got some replacement ones of eBay. That listing is long gone (was 21$ probably going to be 30+now)


But here's the description it had:
Extended Length: 16.85" Compressed Length: 10.25" Stroke Length: 6.6''

Reference Number
689500W391, 689600D012, SG329046, PM2053A, 4529BH, 6149BH, 9716UG, 8704YO

I found it pretty easy to install. I wasn't aware of issues with the welds on them breaking