DIY Hood Cylinder - Toyota Yaris Forums

*kimona* · 06-21-2007, 11:11 PM

I think it's great!

The 30# cylinder is probably quite satisfactory; it supports the hood at 50% and 100%, and makes for an gentle close without having to slam the hood.

churp · 06-21-2007, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kimona54

I think it's great!

The 30# cylinder is probably quite satisfactory; it supports the hood at 50% and 100%, and makes for an gentle close without having to slam the hood.

I'm happy with the 30# cylinder, and it holds well when all the way up (which is the important goal)....just wanted to make sure that everyone knew that the 40# would also work fine, just a little stiffer, but the 20# is probably a no-go. All related to where I positioned my brackets of course...and there is no cost difference between the cylinders (by #'s force anyway). Also the polished stainless cylinders are available from MSC for $40-$50......other resources for cylinders on line are McMaster Carr and Graingers, plus probably many more.

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06-21-2007, 11:11 PM	#1
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,936	I think it's great! The 30# cylinder is probably quite satisfactory; it supports the hood at 50% and 100%, and makes for an gentle close without having to slam the hood.