Stronger Rear Hatch Struts

[ssyota4runner]

2016 LE 4Runner. Can someone recommend stronger rear hatch struts that are good quality? Would going back to OEM be a better choice than aftermarket?Added a ladder and now the struts are not wanting to keep the rear hatch open as before.
I do have a roof top tent as well. How is the installation and reliability?

Much appreciated


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[mrblah]

Amazon.com: Qty (2) Fits 4Runner 2010 To 2021 Liftgate Lift Supports Models with Added Lifting Pressure for Ladder : Automotive

this is what you need. installation was simple. YOU will need someone to hold the hatch up for you though, or something to prop it up while you change out the struts, or ya might hurt yourself.

2016 LE 4Runner. Can someone recommend stronger rear hatch struts that are good quality? Would going back to OEM be a better choice than aftermarket?Added a ladder and now the struts are not wanting to keep the rear hatch open as before.
I do have a roof top tent as well. How is the installation and reliability?

Much appreciated


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[blksubykid]

I bought these to support my C4 ladder

Strongarm 6156PR Tailgate Lift Support, Pack of 2, black Amazon.com: Strongarm 6156PR Tailgate Lift Support, Pack of 2, black : Automotive

 

[ssyota4runner]

Amazon.com: Qty (2) Fits 4Runner 2010 To 2021 Liftgate Lift Supports Models with Added Lifting Pressure for Ladder : Automotive

this is what you need. installation was simple. YOU will need someone to hold the hatch up for you though, or something to prop it up while you change out the struts, or ya might hurt yourself.

Thanks,

I have read that some of these, not necessarily these particular ones have failed causing some damage. Something to do with installation or how they are made. Now, that was an old article.


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[ssyota4runner]

I bought these to support my C4 ladder

Strongarm 6156PR Tailgate Lift Support, Pack of 2, black Amazon.com: Strongarm 6156PR Tailgate Lift Support, Pack of 2, black : Automotive

Thanks,

See my reply and question to Mrblah.


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[Bossman]

What is the best HD rear door strut for use with ladder

Heavyweight rear hatch struts?

Beefy hatch struts for ladder / weight bearing?

 

[Saker]

Had these on my 2014. Can’t go wrong with this company.

Lift Supports | Gas Struts & Springs | Lift Supports Depot

 

[mrblah]

Thanks,

I have read that some of these, not necessarily these particular ones have failed causing some damage. Something to do with installation or how they are made. Now, that was an old article.


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probably installation error, due to incredibly dangerous instructions floating around on the internet.