Michael S.

Hey Guys...

I have searched, but no luck... Have any of you replaced your own rear hatch shocks? If so, is there a DIY available somewhere? I've searched here and on 6 Speed, but haven't found one.

Thanks in advance for your help!

deilenberger

Check on RENNTECH..

Marc Gelefsky

Renntech has a write up. I need to do it as well. looks like a PIA

working4it

I have to do the same...I just need to get motivated...Although everytime i get wacked in the head after grocery shopping you would think it would be motivation enough!

Here is the DIY Video link
http://www.renntech.org/forums/video...hatch-springs/

Michael S.

Thanks guys (and gals)! I just printed it off and when the parts arrive I will get after it. I had completely forgotten about the Renntech site... Awesome site for this sort of thing!

Molitoth

Just an FYI, you can get brand new OEM on ebay for $150/pair.

I don't know what Suncoast sells them for, but I'd be interested. Here is a part # 955-512-550-06

I will eventually have to do this, as mine are weakening. =(

Dennis C

I need to do this on the Cayenne rear door as well as the frunk on the 996. It looks much, much easier on the 996.

Km1.8t

It is best to change the glass struts at the same time as they are all used to hold up the hatch. Better to do it at one time since you are in there anyway. It is not to bad to do but can be time consuming. Good luck.

Michael S.

Ordered all the parts today... Doing all 4 struts "while I'm in there."

mudman2

Don't forget 2 2x4's

Michael S.

Got the lumber already...

Hopefully I can make it till next weekend without getting decapitated by the rear hatch!

seankrider

Take pics!! We're all counting on you doing blazing the trail for us procrastinators...

cordsig79

I lost my driver, why did I use my most important club.?

Mr. C4

Are the struts covered under warranty?

Michael S.

They are normally covered under the factory warranty... But, that long ago expired! I'm driving naked (even my extended warranty is expired) at 116k miles! I do most of the maintenance myself... Just replaced the plastic coolant pipes earlier this year. At the major service intervals (40k), I have the dealer look it over. So far, so good... It is nice not to have a car payment!