Well I got around to installing the hood lifts from the how to.
Notes:
If you only have a hacksaw, you are going to hate life. I used my cut off wheel!
1 of the "stronger" struts will hold the hood up by itself! How do I know that? I sheared the threaded end off one of the new struts when tightening the nut down. I'm known for snapping bolts and sissy girl Craftsman ratchets so take that for what you will. I was using German torque specs. Wont do that on my replacement one NAPA is warranting out for me.
You will LOOSE 20% of how far the hood opens over stock.
Otherwise, easy peasy.