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September 17th, 2013, 09:06 PM
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1963 Clam shell tailgate struts
Just wondering if anyone has converted their Suburban with clam shell tailgate to gas springs ( hydraulic type) on the upper tailgate as I have one missing and they seem to be made from "unobtainable".
Was wondering if possible to convert and if so an idea of what strut you guys have used. 
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September 17th, 2013, 09:31 PM
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Re: 1963 Clam shell tailgate struts
contact this guy he may have what you need. His name is Lyle. North Country Pickup Ranch. gmc1966@frontier.com or call 208-946-6173
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September 18th, 2013, 11:20 PM
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Re: 1963 Clam shell tailgate struts
It can be done. I have retrofit machinery with gas struts before. You need to know the open length to the connection points, the closed length to the connection points, and the weight to be supported (per strut). Then you need to see what is available and the connector style (ball joint or eye).
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