Question: I was snapping on the gas springs, but one end will not stay attached to ball-stud - how do I keep it attached?
Answer: This problem is generally related to the metal c-clip on the socket or end-fitting. If you do not rock the end-fitting onto the stud, allowing the c-clip to expand and grab the stud, it can bend inward and will need to be replaced. The c-clip is made of spring steel and once bent it is ruined - since this clip is part of the end-fitting, you will just need a new one (c-clips should NOT be removed). Our most common end-fitting is 72-00002, however, all of our end-fittings are available here, new end-fittings
Gas Spring Removal
Question: How do I remove a gas spring from the vehicle?
Answer: We have a few different end-fittings, all can be removed. Our most common end-fitting is the 72-00002 end-fitting, to remove an attached strut from the ball-stud with this end-fitting, follow these steps:
1. Using a small flat head screw driver, slip it under the c-clip (have someone hold the hood open, lifting slightly to remove the weight of the hood from the end-fitting)
2. Carefully lift c-clip and slide the c-clip SLIGHTLY toward the end of the fitting (DO NOT REMOVE). The lifting action will pull the clip upward and unwrap itself from the ball-stud below. While you pry the c-clip upward from the end-fitting, pull the whole strut off of the ball-stud. (The c-clip is wrapped around the stud, so by lifting the c-clip up from the end-fitting you are pulling the clip off of the ball stud. It is important that you have the hood weight removed from the strut during removal, this is simply done by having someone lift up on the hood while you are lifting c-clip and removing strut).
3. Once the struts pops off the ball-stud, you can push the c-clip back into the seated position.
Question: I cannot compress gas springs, I'm worried I will wreck my hood?
Answer: All of the gas springs we sell are different force and length, based on the application. When installing them (ALWAYS attach the body to the hood and extending rod end to the fender). Then pull down on the hood and release to cycle the gas springs, they are brand new and require a few cycles to self-lubricate and work as intended. In every case, just pulling down on the hood a bit and releasing to allow them to lift your hood will in itself cycle them. You will NOT hurt your hood - the gas springs are applying a force to the hood and as you lower the hood this force will reduce to point where you can drop your hood to close and latch it. There is no need to compress the gas springs before putting them on, but if you want to then just do the following: Hold the strut by the body with two hands, put the extended rod straight down on carpet and then push down. It doesn't matter if you are 300lbs or 140lbs, it always seems difficult and in some instances may seem impossible. It is not, we do it all the time. However, the easiest method is to just install the system and then use your hood QuickLIFT system as designed to lift and hold your hood as this process will cycle them much easier.
QuickLIFT Differences
Question: What is the difference between QuickLIFT models
Hood QuickLIFT System - Our entry level hood lift system and is available for many older vehicle applications.
Silver Zinc-plated hardware
Black e-coated gas springs
Full Color Instruction Manual
4 Year Warranty
QuickLIFT PLUS - All-black hood lift system
Black Hardware - Zinc-plated and black powder-coated finish
Black e-coated gas springs
Full Color Instruction Manual
4 Year Warranty
QuickLIFT CARBON - Option available on most QuickLIFT PLUS Systems
Black Hardware - Zinc-plated and black powder-coated finish
Black e-coated gas springs
Real carbon fiber sleeves (pre-installed) onto gas springs
Full Color Instruction Manual
4 Year Warranty
Redline Tuning QuickLIFT ELITE - Our premium hood lift system
Black Hardware - Zinc-plated and black powder-coated finish
316L Stainless steel gas springs
Full Color Instruction Manual
5 Year Warranty
Quick Release Function
Question: How do I use the Quick-Release end-fitting?
Answer: Our Quick-release ends make removal very simple, to remove an attached strut from the ball-stud with this end-fitting follow these steps:
1. Push the purple wedge toward the end of the strut - this lifts the c-clip that binds the socket to the stud and free it for release.
2. Pull off the strut.
3. Slide the wedge back up into the original position - it is ready to be snapped back onto ball stud.
Incorrect end fitting orientation
Question: I installed my QuickLIFT system and when I closed the hood, the strut popped off of the ball stud?
Answer: You most likely have a system with the end-fitting shown above. This end-fitting (72-00001) has sliding lock on it, orientation of this lock is key to proper function of the system. In every case where this end-fitting is used, the lock MUST BE ON TOP when the hood is in the closed position. In other words, while you lower the hood, the lock cannot be spun around and aim toward the vehicle, it needs to aiming upward toward the hood. If installed downward, the sliding lock will release itself when the hood is closed as it runs into the ball-stud, releasing itself. If this has happened, you have likely lost the sliding lock (part of the end-fitting) and you will need a new end-fitting (72-00001)
Where is my new hood?
Question: I ordered a Hood QuickLIFT System, why didn't I receive a hood?
Answer: Yes, we have been asked this. No, you will not receive a new hood from us when ordering your Hood QuickLIFT System.
