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Old 05-18-2011, 10:39 AM
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Re: Help with factory hood strut install...

I had to cut one of mine free with a hacksaw. I cut the cup portion enough to pry it open, but not enough to mangle the ball inside the cup. It takes a wee bit of patience, but no particular skill.
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