My hood doesn't stay up anymore
06-24-2011, 01:43 AM
#1
Three Wheelin'
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My hood doesn't stay up anymore
It doesn't stay up by itself anymore. I think I need to replace hydraulic lifts or the hood shocks? Whichever one it is for our car. (02 TL-S) Where can I get them? The dealer charge as much as $200! Ridiculous! I bet it's mostly labor.
Last edited by TL260power; 06-24-2011 at 01:50 AM.
06-24-2011, 02:36 AM
#2
10 minute DIY
local parts store for 2 new hood stuts
careful of heavy duty ones which can rip the hood from your hands as it opens
good way to knock yourself out~
local parts store for 2 new hood stuts
careful of heavy duty ones which can rip the hood from your hands as it opens
good way to knock yourself out~
06-24-2011, 03:13 AM
#3
i like using amazon...
http://www.amazon.com/StrongArm-4160.../dp/B003NHF1TM
...or ebay. they are very easy to pop off. just make sure you have a helper holding the hood up. some have little clips on the end and some are screwed on. just look at it and you can figure it out.
http://www.amazon.com/StrongArm-4160.../dp/B003NHF1TM
...or ebay. they are very easy to pop off. just make sure you have a helper holding the hood up. some have little clips on the end and some are screwed on. just look at it and you can figure it out.
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06-24-2011, 04:27 AM
#4
That's fucking disgusting...
Dealers are just charging whatever they think they can get away with. They charged me $100 total for the same exact job. I saw the tech do it in EXACTLY 2 minutes. Trying to charge you $200? That's a 100% increase in price... How do they justify this shit?
Dealers are just charging whatever they think they can get away with. They charged me $100 total for the same exact job. I saw the tech do it in EXACTLY 2 minutes. Trying to charge you $200? That's a 100% increase in price... How do they justify this shit?
06-24-2011, 10:57 AM
#5
shops have a MINIMUM charge time,,say 1 hour at 100$ an hour
or 1/2 hour plus parts = 100
like diagnostics charge, 1.5 hours = 150$ and they get to charge it even if problem found in 10 minutes--you agreed to 150 so they get to screw you
or 1/2 hour plus parts = 100
like diagnostics charge, 1.5 hours = 150$ and they get to charge it even if problem found in 10 minutes--you agreed to 150 so they get to screw you
06-24-2011, 02:26 PM
#6
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
i like using amazon...
http://www.amazon.com/StrongArm-4160.../dp/B003NHF1TM
...or ebay. they are very easy to pop off. just make sure you have a helper holding the hood up. some have little clips on the end and some are screwed on. just look at it and you can figure it out.
http://www.amazon.com/StrongArm-4160.../dp/B003NHF1TM
...or ebay. they are very easy to pop off. just make sure you have a helper holding the hood up. some have little clips on the end and some are screwed on. just look at it and you can figure it out.
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06-25-2011, 09:52 AM
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Try www.acuraoemparts.com (Acura of Delray) or www.oemacuraparts.com (Acura of Peoria). You can get the exact Honda part, based on your VIN, for a good price.
I needed hood struts in my '02, and the independent shop that did the timing belt/plugs, etc. service installed the struts I purchased on-line for free...
I needed hood struts in my '02, and the independent shop that did the timing belt/plugs, etc. service installed the struts I purchased on-line for free...
06-25-2011, 11:20 AM
#10
another example of aftermarket exceeding oe quality
I use a local store when possible- so its there when I need oil and small parts
if only a few dollars differance,,keep brick and mortar shops alive!!
I use a local store when possible- so its there when I need oil and small parts
if only a few dollars differance,,keep brick and mortar shops alive!!
07-11-2011, 12:45 PM
#11
Three Wheelin'
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Try www.acuraoemparts.com (Acura of Delray) or www.oemacuraparts.com (Acura of Peoria). You can get the exact Honda part, based on your VIN, for a good price.
I needed hood struts in my '02, and the independent shop that did the timing belt/plugs, etc. service installed the struts I purchased on-line for free...
I needed hood struts in my '02, and the independent shop that did the timing belt/plugs, etc. service installed the struts I purchased on-line for free...
https://www.oemacuraparts.com/index....component=HOOD
07-11-2011, 01:11 PM
#12
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Based on the pic, I would only need #13? (Stay Assy Hood Opener) I don't think I would need #21 which is the stud ball?
https://www.oemacuraparts.com/index....component=HOOD
https://www.oemacuraparts.com/index....component=HOOD
07-11-2011, 05:55 PM
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07-11-2011, 10:09 PM
#15
Three Wheelin'
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Once I pull the clip, the bottom part will, I guess, slide off? Also would it require another person to help me out or I'll be fine doing it myself? Just curious.
Last edited by TL260power; 07-11-2011 at 10:17 PM.
07-12-2011, 07:48 AM
#16
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The bottom has a clip just like the top. Do one side at a time using your shoulder to hold the hood or use a vise grips on the other one to lock the hood open while you replace it.
07-28-2011, 12:04 AM
#17
Three Wheelin'
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Ok cool. Just replaced them over the weekend. I used a flat head screwdriver to get the clips out. Yup easy job! Screw the dealer...:ghey:
Thanks guys!
Thanks guys!
Last edited by TL260power; 07-28-2011 at 12:09 AM.
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