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Old Sep 15, 2005 | 06:50 PM
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I already have my Redline Tuning hood struts, but I just saw another kit on eBay.
Mustang 05-06 Hood Lift Gas Strut Ford

The brackets are small like the Redline Tuning kit, but this one bolts into existing holes, like the MRT & CDC kit.

The one drawback I see is how long the struts are, but they are very low and would probably not get in the way.

Good price too. $60 + $10 s/h. Same as the Redline Tuning.
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Old Sep 15, 2005 | 07:08 PM
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Originally posted by StangNut@September 15, 2005, 7:53 PM
I already have my Redline Tuning hood struts, but I just saw another kit on eBay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mustang-05-...1QQcmdZViewItem

The brackets are small like the Redline Tuning kit, but this one bolts into existing holes, like the MRT & CDC kit.

The one drawback I see is how long the struts are, but they are very low and would probably not get in the way.

Good price too. $60 + $10 s/h. Same as the Redline Tuning.
No drilling, no obtrusive hinges, looks good.
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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 10:33 AM
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Nice, I think I will try these
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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 12:44 PM
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Chris let me know how these work, I think this may be my choice as well.
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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 03:34 PM
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gladly.. I will probably order these tonight.
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 05:15 AM
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Yes, I am seriously considering those too. In reading the sellers feedback, it did not look like he had sold any before. If they are nice I will order some too. Thanks for being the tester Chris!!
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 10:29 AM
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Went ahead and ordered, fiqured it was worth the risk............we shall see???
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 10:45 AM
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did you beat me too it?..Argh..I tried to order last night when I got home and somebody had already gotten them...I did email the seller to see if he had any more so if so I will get them too.keep us informed
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 11:49 AM
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I just ordered a set. When you go to ebay click on 'view sellers other items'. Scroll down and you will find an aution that is current.
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Old Sep 18, 2005 | 04:12 AM
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I just went ahead and ordered a set too. There is still another set under sellers other items.
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Old Sep 18, 2005 | 09:03 AM
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Anyone know who they use for shipping? I refuse to use UPS ever again.
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Old Sep 18, 2005 | 11:58 AM
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ordered mine this a.m.
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Old Sep 22, 2005 | 02:52 PM
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Has anyone received these and installed them? I want to get at least one quick review by someone on this board before ordering.
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Old Sep 22, 2005 | 04:38 PM
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Yep that's what I am waiting on too. The pictures look great, but I would rather rely on first hand experience.
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Old Sep 22, 2005 | 04:57 PM
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I got a shipped notice on 9/20 that said app. 7-10 day delivery. They are coming from Canada.
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Old Sep 22, 2005 | 04:59 PM
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Originally posted by Jewls05GT@September 18, 2005, 11:06 AM
Anyone know who they use for shipping? I refuse to use UPS ever again.
This is the email I got.
This item shipped today via AIR EXPRESS service. Approx 7-10 days delivery. Sorry no tracking number but it is insured. Feedback left. I hope you find the kit not only useful but pleasing as well for your ride.

Thanks from a fellow enthusiast,
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Old Sep 23, 2005 | 11:15 AM
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SAME email I got last night
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 04:02 PM
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Here is your review of these struts. I received them today and, Holy Cow, talk about easy to intall. The fit and work perfectly. :worship: They are sooooooo much better than drilling, riveting or using a big ugly swiss cheese bracket. I wouldn't use anything else at all

I can't think of one reason to buy and install anything else. They even come with a 2 year warranty. Mine took 9 days from order date to arrival in Florida. The arrived USPS, U.S. Mail
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 04:45 PM
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Thank you... looks like it's my next purchase (like I need more to buy for my car)!
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 06:41 PM
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got mine today and installed them in about 30 min.hardest part is getting the bottom brackets not to move when lowering the hood initially.They really need to be cinched down as tight as I could possible get them.Tip: put ALOT of downforce on the rods when compressing them initially prior to install.I basically needed to put most of my weight down on them to initial compression.Could easily do it in 10 min if I had to do another one.Get them!
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