Replacing the boot struts?

MalNCH

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 Old Costessey (Nr. Norwich)
They do just pull off and push on right? Mine don't want to come off so before I put some brute force in just checking it is just a case of pulling them off.
 
There's a metal band you need to pry open with a flat-head screw driver. Then they just pop off and the new ones can simply be pushed on. I found this video helpful when doing mine
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Where are you buying replacements from? Mine are making a horrible noise when I open and close the boot. The noise gets worse in high temps, so need replacing very soon!
 
ben g said:
Where are you buying replacements from? Mine are making a horrible noise when I open and close the boot. The noise gets worse in high temps, so need replacing very soon!

Cheap ones off fleabay https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Tailgate-Boot-Trunk-Gas-Struts-for-BMW-E85-E86-Z4-2003-2009-Coupe-Convertible/172958835854?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
 
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