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Feb 16, 2014 | 02:24 PM

#41

Ltngdrvr

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Originally Posted by joseph07081

It was super easy to install, had it done in 15 minutes.

What? No beer break???

Feb 16, 2014 | 03:13 PM

#42

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Originally Posted by puma1552

I'll probably get flamed for this but I wouldn't put hood struts on a car designed for a prop rod. Hoods are specifically designed either for a prop rod or for gas struts, and engineered and designed as such. Most likely, a car with a hood prop isn't designed to be held at those strut points, it could cause a lot of unnatural stress from the weight of the front of the hood.

It's not simply about having a strut strong enough to hold the hood, it's about having a hood that's designed and engineered to be held with a strut.

If I am not mistaken the 2013 & 2014 GT has a aluminum Hood, not sure about the 2012, so they are light enough not to cause any stress.

Feb 19, 2014 | 02:29 PM

#43

ledsled

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The '12 has an aluminum hood. I used the Steeda strut kit and love it. So nice to pop the hood and flip it up and walk away. I hated the prop rod. Scratched the rad cover and looks plain ugly at shows.

Feb 19, 2014 | 03:23 PM

#44

Ltngdrvr

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All years, from at least 2010 had aluminum hoods.

It's a non-issue as far as the struts are concerned.

Feb 20, 2014 | 05:56 AM

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pressman43

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Originally Posted by Tri-J

This will be my first mod. Recommended place to order the Redline?

Get the discount code and order them from Late Model Restoration. It'll be a little cheaper than ordering them directly from Redline.

Feb 20, 2014 | 07:16 AM

#46

cdiaz1069

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Originally Posted by pressman43

Get the discount code and order them from Late Model Restoration. It'll be a little cheaper than ordering them directly from Redline.

That's what I did. Watched the install video. Looks super easy. Looking forward to installing them.

Feb 20, 2014 | 12:22 PM

#47

joseph07081

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Originally Posted by Ltngdrvr

What? No beer break???

Nah, quit drinking years ago.....

If not I might still be working on it

Feb 20, 2014 | 01:44 PM

#48

Automatic 5.0

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I like the struts and the idea of having them but my hood does not spend very much time in the up position so I doubt I'll be getting any soon.

Feb 20, 2014 | 03:44 PM

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JCStang

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Originally Posted by pressman43

Get the discount code and order them from Late Model Restoration. It'll be a little cheaper than ordering them directly from Redline.

How much is their discount? Who is the contact to get the code?

Feb 20, 2014 | 06:44 PM

#50

cdiaz1069

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Originally Posted by JCStang

How much is their discount? Who is the contact to get the code?

Go into the vendor showcase forum and you will see Jarrod's post. Just send him a pm.

Feb 20, 2014 | 07:45 PM

#51

shaneyusa

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From: Idaho

Looks like there are a few good sets out there. Redlines seem kinda long, but seem to be well liked. All I know is my Roush setup is very nice. Like them very much. Would not want to be without them. Boo to the prop rod...

Feb 20, 2014 | 07:47 PM

#52

laserred38

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Originally Posted by Ltngdrvr

All years, from at least 2010 had aluminum hoods. It's a non-issue as far as the struts are concerned.

2005+*

See all the 2005+ owners complaining about the bubbling paint issues...

Feb 21, 2014 | 12:14 AM

#53

Tri-J

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Originally Posted by pressman43

Get the discount code and order them from Late Model Restoration. It'll be a little cheaper than ordering them directly from Redline.

Done! and installed. The prop rod is hanging on the garage wall.

Feb 21, 2014 | 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Automatic 5.0

I like the struts and the idea of having them but my hood does not spend very much time in the up position so I doubt I'll be getting any soon.

My hood is up every weekend for fluid checks and washing/detailing. I love not seeing that ugly prop rod just laying there so mine are money well spent.

Feb 21, 2014 | 08:34 AM

#55

CiniZter

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^ +1 bro... i too open it up every time... clean n admire...

Feb 21, 2014 | 08:37 AM

#56

JCStang

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Originally Posted by CiniZter

^ +1 bro... i too open it up every time... clean n admire...

Sounds like we all have the sickness!!!

Feb 21, 2014 | 12:43 PM

#57

pressman43

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Originally Posted by JCStang

Sounds like we all have the sickness!!!

I know it's a heck of a lot easier to wipe off a little bit of dust and dirt more frequently then trying to wipe off a lot of dirt every once in a while.

Feb 22, 2014 | 06:03 PM

#58

SterlingGrayGT

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I have used Redline before and have really liked them. I'm planning a set for the '14 as soon as taxes come in.

Feb 25, 2014 | 02:04 PM

#59

Clevor

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Originally Posted by 5.M0NSTER

My winter car is a 2005 Kia Sorento 4X4, and guess what? It came with hood struts

My daily driver is a 2000 Honda Accord and it comes with hood struts.

Granted, it only came on the EX version which is the premium model with V-6 engine.

I had trunk struts on the hatch of an '86 5.0 liter Fox body. The problem with these struts is that after maybe 10 years, you lose hydraulic pressure. Even the ones on my Honda drop the hood if it's windy, so I gotta watch my head.