Trunk struts for LS Ultra
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I have noticed that my trunk is beginning to fall and is harder to open. I have seen the threads for replacing the pistons that support the lid but they apply to the regular LS. I think the Ultra has a different config. Does anyone know where I can economically find replacements and has anyone covered the replacement technique?
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I don't believe there is any difference in the struts between UL and non-UL. The Sewell parts page lists only one part number. Here's a thread about some aftermarket struts.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...ifference.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...ifference.html
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My experience in struts is that most all of them provide similar performance when new. The issue then becomes one of quality and how long they will last. I purchased cheap one for my SC400 and they only lasted for a year. Generally you sort of get what you pay for.
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I agree 100%, I bought cheap ones before for and LS430 that I used to own and they were fine when new but as time goes by they start getting weaker. They did not last even for a year before I had to hold the trunk lid by hand and I knew that if I waited longer that the trunk will start falling so I bought new genuine Toyota ones from Sewell Lexus and I'm happy I did as they lasted more than 3 years and sold the car with them functioning as they should so last month when I needed new ones for the LS430 that I have now, without hesitation, I bought the genuine ones for Sewell Lexus again.
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