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deandec · 04-26-2018, 05:04 PM

Does anyone have model number for a single SPD Gas Strut that will hold the engine access hatch open on a 1995 Magna or similar.

I destroyed mine inadvertently, ordered a 5300-30, and it does not hold the hatch open. Perhaps the strut is defective, but would like to have a number that should work.

Of course, I threw away the old one when I received the new one.

wfalch · 04-26-2018, 05:11 PM

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FLYING BUTCH · 04-27-2018, 04:14 AM

Over a hundred dollars from manufacture???? Measured length and pounds needed. Ordered off internet for $18. Installed and works like original. my two cents

CoCoDave · 04-27-2018, 06:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deandec

Does anyone have model number for a single SPD Gas Strut that will hold the engine access hatch open on a 1995 Magna or similar.

Here's the one I replaced the strut on our engine compartment hatch with: GSNI-2300-120
They're typically under $20 on eBay and Amazon. The specs say it's 20" long and 120 pounds of compression resistance.

FWIW

MarylandRich · 04-27-2018, 06:27 AM

Yes Amazon the ones on my coach were 90 pounds (90% of mine were not working), I went with 100 pounds they are working great at $19 a pair!!

I assume 120 pounds would just require a bit more force to close them

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

TTD · 04-27-2018, 07:20 AM

Can't really help with the part number as mine has 2 struts... I just replaced mine this week... had two delivered for $40.

I will say that I got nervous because I mounted one and it didn't do anything... it barely slowed the hatch from moving. Attached the second one and the hatch works perfectly.

Almost like 1 plus 1 equals 3 when it comes to these.

phays · 04-27-2018, 07:28 AM

RV Upgrades has a good selection and pretty good prices.

https://www.rvupgradestore.com/searc...prings&Submit=

I ordered about 2 dozen; some for my coach and some for a friend's.

deandec · 04-27-2018, 10:04 AM

Thanks to all for the replies.

I will go with the Amazon 120 lb strut since it works on a similar engine hatch style coach.

Thanks to CoCoDave for the part number.

Amazon is competitive with Prime shipping and quicker too.

pumper9x9 · 05-05-2018, 07:14 PM

Measure the length of the tube x2 is the length you'll need if it's a 20" tube go with 120 lbs. If it's shorter go with the highest weight for that length. I picked up a 20" 120 lb at Camping World a couple of days ago for $18 and change.

deandec · 05-06-2018, 10:05 AM

The 120 lb gas lift is mounted and working fine.

I probably could have used 100 lb item just as easily.

Thanks to all that responded. I appreciate the guidance from the forum.