Super trivial question re: rear hatch struts - Toyota 4Runner Forum

Endlessblockades · 05-28-2020, 02:24 PM

One of the first things i did to my 2000 was replace the feeble rear hatch struts. The original bushings and washers were basically remnants when I put the new ones on but i used what there was. It worked great then and the struts still do, but now it sounds like a flock of Canadian Geese is flying out of the back whenever i open or close the hatch. Anyone have ideas about what i can use from the HW store? Was thinking about some urethane washers or something? I suppose I could see if OEM kits are available........

JRZEE2000TR4LTD · 05-28-2020, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Endlessblockades

One of the first things i did to my 2000 was replace the feeble rear hatch struts. The original bushings and washers were basically remnants when I put the new ones on but i used what there was. It worked great then and the struts still do, but now it sounds like a flock of Canadian Geese is flying out of the back whenever i open or close the hatch. Anyone have ideas about what i can use from the HW store? Was thinking about some urethane washers or something? I suppose I could see if OEM kits are available........

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/190644-rear-lift-strut-bushing-fix-$1-15-a.html

There are no OEM kits

Endlessblockades · 05-28-2020, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by JRZEE2000TR4LTD

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/190644-rear-lift-strut-bushing-fix-$1-15-a.html

There are no OEM kits

Perfect - thanks!

Will remember to search first & ask questions later.

gamefreakgc · 05-28-2020, 08:19 PM

It could be the hinges adding to the noise. A little bit WD-40 or spray can white lithium grease might help.

3bears · 05-29-2020, 12:58 PM

when I did my strong arms a while back..the hillman parts referenced were not available by those part #'s at my local home depot. That does not mean that they are not available at yours. Ours is a small home depot and lots of stuff home depot sells is at next big home depot....600 miles away in anchorage . So I did go back with my strut and pin and found some that would fit. sorry I did not record #'s.
Lowes sells same types of stuff

ElectroBoy · 05-29-2020, 03:18 PM

Here’s another thread to fix the rear hatch strut bushings. Inexpensive nylon bushings and washers. I did this to my reconditioned struts on my 3rd gen and they worked perfectly.
Tip for those that replaced their lift supports for the rear tailgate

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