Bonnet Struts

[Kelv27]

I think Vincent from it Yit Seng autoparts will have those for the 156.

012 209 9830

[pistole]

- my struts are dead ... argh ... where to get replacements ?

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[ognam]

Try the number Kelv27 mentioned. They should have stock for the coupe.

[Waylander]

Ask MLM I got mine from his shop.

[nahar]

As some of this info is 2 years ago and meant for Fiat Couple... wonder if anybody know where I can find bonnet strut and boot strut for Alfa 156?

My bonnet strut went soft.
The boot strut ends that hold the ball mount broken. Heard can replace metal ones and will last forever.. Anywhere?

alfatech do keep stock for front for 156. last time i bought about rm180 or less

[Maniac]

I bought my struts from glory auto. PM me if you need help.

[pistole]

- i just called Glory Auto. They have (dia orang cakap lah) the OE Fiat Coupe Bonnet Struts (Stabilus) for RM310 PER PIECE.

- at RM620 for the pair of struts , I will hold up my bonnet with a broom stick. Stupid prices , made of gold kah ?

- bodoh.

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[Maniac]

Hmmm, got mine some time back from there. Dunno if it was that expensive. Prolly paid that price anyway as I was desperate to restore my car when I first bought it.

[Kelv27]

The stabilus are about RM400 a pair from the UK..add freight, tax, margin, then its about 600 lor..but you're right, its stupidly expensive for what they are. Bought a pair for the E60 the other day (Stabilus as well) and they are only Rm80 each..albeit shorter size.

[Maniac]

Why oh why do our cars have to be so expensive to maintain...Ha ha. I used to keep the coupe in the driveway and only take it out once in a while. I think that is more costly than driving it frequently.

[pistole]

- and people wonder why our conti cars have no value. This is why lah.

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[Maniac]

Don't say that. Our cars are just under appreciated. People keep telling me to sell my coupe, but I just love it to death despite how it drains money from my pockets. It is a thing of beauty and joy.

[Kelv27]

Don't say that. Our cars are just under appreciated. People keep telling me to sell my coupe, but I just love it to death despite how it drains money from my pockets. It is a thing of beauty and joy.

Amen to that ma' brader!

[stevo]

As some of this info is 2 years ago and meant for Fiat Couple... wonder if anybody know where I can find bonnet strut and boot strut for Alfa 156?

My bonnet strut went soft.
The boot strut ends that hold the ball mount broken. Heard can replace metal ones and will last forever.. Anywhere?

alfatech do keep stock for front for 156. last time i bought about rm180 or less

Bro, a pair or each? I can probably drop by there to find out though.

I also looks for strut for the boot... cause damn car wash bugger must lean on it to dry car until the head koyak.

The stabilus are about RM400 a pair from the UK..add freight, tax, margin, then its about 600 lor..but you're right, its stupidly expensive for what they are. Bought a pair for the E60 the other day (Stabilus as well) and they are only Rm80 each..albeit shorter size.

Actually, this ring a bell. I'm sure there are other strut models with lengths out there which can fit our bonnets and boots... at cheaper prices... Must find!

And if you find out which compatible cars for bonnet and boots... post here!

[Kelv27]

Its not only the lengths, you also need to look out for the rated pressure..and i have no idea how to determine that.

I tried using non stabilus ones before..same length, same fitting. But not strong enough to hold the coupe bonnet! I've also seen others that hold the bonnet but the pressure is so high that you need to throw yourself on it to close it!

[ognam]

Yeah.. stabilus.. mahal.. got mine for rm515 with Colin's help. You'd get that price for a group buy of 3. Details here:

viewtopic.php?f=22&t=25312&p=411928&hilit=bonnet+struts#p411928

[shukree]

Stevo,
I replaced my boot struts a couple of months back with an after market unit. Less than RM200/pair. Doesn't fit well so hv to fix upside down. I guess I can live with that.

[stevo]

Stevo,
I replaced my boot struts a couple of months back with an after market unit. Less than RM200/pair. Doesn't fit well so hv to fix upside down. I guess I can live with that.

Which ones are this?

[shukree]

I got it fr Vincent; thru this forum.

[jamslau]

I just changed mine with Proton Gen2 struts, easy clip on. RM33 each
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151041086684071&set=a.10150975198689071.410578.747604070&type=1&relevant_count=1&ref=nf

[jamslau]

If it lasts for a year, then it's worth it. Can buy 6 pcs for the price of cheapest OEM copy

[Kelv27]

Interesting.. Holds the coupe bonnet weight without a problem?

[jamslau]

It holds it up but not all the way to the top. Last 6" needs the original stopper to hold it.
But I'm looking for another slightly stronger one. I'll update when I find it.

Pic of the current dual Gen2 struts. Opens & closes with one hand
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151041231244071&set=a.10150975198689071.410578.747604070&type=1&permPage=1

[Raziack]

got some parts from vincent/ yit seng auto.. good chap.. easy to deal compared to ms sprint...

[jamslau]

MS Sprint guy is quite cocky, especially is you want to change a part..

[jamslau]

Btw, anyone knows a distributor for bonnet gas struts? I'm looking for same size & length as Gen2 but 400N pressure (Gen2 is 280N)

[gtfan]

MS Sprints is like everyday is a ribena period.

[pistole]

- ha !!

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[jamslau]

I saw another coupe using OEM gas springs rated 240N . Anyone can confirm? Take a look at the words printed on the has spring, you should see 180N, 240N or some other number

[mingwm]

Hi Jamslau, I'm also interested in changing my bonnet struts to gas type. do let us know if you are able to find a 240N gas spring bonnet strut. Btw, how's the gen 2 bonnet strut holding up? Any Proton spare part shops around Subang/PJ area?

[jamslau]

I'm using original one on the right (still has 50% pressure I think), with the built in stopper & Gen2 one on the left. I'm happy with this set up, it lifts the bonnet & is neutral weight for 80% of the travel, I push up last 20% & use the ori stopper to lock it in position.

[zulfa]

just refer to my earlier posting...your strut can be custom made......whether you want it to be stiffer or less, Uni Spring can custom made it for u....

[hero]

I bought a pair from Vincent about 4 months ago. Stronger rebound than originals, but then these are not originals but some cheap brand.
But they do the biz, so who cares at these prices.

[desin]

As some of this info is 2 years ago and meant for Fiat Couple... wonder if anybody know where I can find bonnet strut and boot strut for Alfa 156?

My bonnet strut went soft.
The boot strut ends that hold the ball mount broken. Heard can replace metal ones and will last forever.. Anywhere?

I heard that anyone whom able to service 'shock' will able to service bonnet strut, and i also heard that it just need to change 'O'-ring (seal) and refill the gas&oil, and lastly it should be cheap. ask around ya, otherwise drop by NT when u're pass-by.

[edly]

now 1 pair costs RM450.00

[ognam]

Was at Glory today. 2013 price for a piece of Stabilus strut is rm300. What... The...