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  1. tobyS

    Tailgate lift assist using spring hinges... with photos!

    Then lets get some sizes and weights...or at least a wish list. Mine is for an M35 rear gate. My sides are fixed. I'm sure there are plenty of 939 series rear gates too. There are full and double sides. It seems there should be a certain preload, before the gate goes down to hold it in...
  2. tobyS

    Tailgate lift assist using spring hinges... with photos!

    Good idea with the torsion spring. It appears a bit stiff. I used to be a sales manager for a spring company and still have some contacts. If there is interest, I'll check with them to make with a slightly smaller wire size and more turns, so it will go down all the way and not take a...
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