Hood lift supports

[SunshineLibby]

Howdy! I recently purchased an 03 Libby and I'm looking to replace the hood lifts, and back glass lifts as well actually. I've checked around some on prices but before I actually buy anything I was wondering if any brand in particular would be more likely to hold up? I settled for RWD because of lack of availability so I'd like to get this jeep fixed up to feel better about giving up my Z71.

Thanks in advance!

 

[tombo_ontario]

I just got these a few weeks ago for the rear glass support. I think a few other guys around here have them too. Just be careful when you first open it because the hatch flies up quick with new shocks!! lol

They are Monroes part # 901512

More Information for MONROE 901512

 

[nullptr]

Yeah, get the Monroes, especially for the rear glass. The struts you get at Autozone or Orielly's are OK for the hood, but they are way too stiff for the rear glass and won't automatically 'lift' the glass. The Monroes work beautifully, they aren't too stiff and the glass will raise itself once the latch is released.

 

[LibertyTC]

Yes Monroe, Changed my real glass ones and much better.
Here is the thread that on page 2 shows the clips to lift up, to install as well.
Link: http://www.jeepkj.com/forum/f196/rear-gate-glass-lift-shocks-55777/

 

[SunshineLibby]

Awesome! Thanks y'all

Any suggestions for the hood?

 

[nullptr]

Awesome! Thanks y'all

Any suggestions for the hood?

According to Monroe, it should be the #901513. I have no doubts that those will work excellent.

That said, I'm running Autozone lifts on the hood, and they seem to work just fine.

 

[dude1116]

Used the Monroe's from RockAuto for both the hood AND the glass (different part numbers).

 

[SunshineLibby]

Not seeing the Monroe's for the hood on Rock Auto but I'll check around. All else fails I'll see about a discount at Autozone. Thanks again!

 

[Emoto]

I got these cheap chinese ones for my 2002 and they work great so far:

Amazon.com: 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty - Front Hood Shocks Gas Charged Lift Supports (Pack of 2 / Pair / 2pc): Automotive

Amazon.com: 4365 Jeep Liberty Glass Lift Support Strut 2002-05, Set of 2: Automotive

 

[dude1116]

Not seeing the Monroe's for the hood on Rock Auto but I'll check around. All else fails I'll see about a discount at Autozone. Thanks again!

Hmm you're right. Looks like they're no longer available. I see the glass...that's it.

https://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=1531978&cc=1434760&jnid=444&jpid=2

Actually I found it. But not listed under the Liberty. I remember specifically they were one part # apart...

More Information for MONROE 901513

Confirmed that this is the part:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mon-901513/overview/model/liberty

 

[CzarKJ]

I used strong arm supports. Made in USA Work great.

 

[SunshineLibby]

Hmm you're right. Looks like they're no longer available. I see the glass...that's it.

https://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=1531978&cc=1434760&jnid=444&jpid=2

Actually I found it. But not listed under the Liberty. I remember specifically they were one part # apart...

More Information for MONROE 901513

Confirmed that this is the part:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mon-901513/overview/model/liberty

Ah thank you! I never would have found it.

 

[smittyfromPA]

I used strong arm supports. Made in USA Work great.

Same here. Strong arm part number 4366.

 

[twowings]

I make my wife hold the hood up while I do engine work...she does get a little cranky during oil changes, though,..

 

[Emoto]

I used strong arm supports. Made in USA Work great.

Wish I had found those before ordering my spiffy chinese ones.

OTOH, looking at the pictures of the Strong Arm ones, they look eerily like the chinese ones. I wonder if the chinese are THAT good at copying or if those are really US made.

 

[dude1116]

Wish I had found those before ordering my spiffy chinese ones.

OTOH, looking at the pictures of the Strong Arm ones, they look eerily like the chinese ones. I wonder if the chinese are THAT good at copying or if those are really US made.

The former. Ever see their copies of Apple chargers and headphones?

 

[tommudd]

China is very good at copying the looks of parts, but not the quality

 

[Emoto]

China is very good at copying the looks of parts, but not the quality

Yeah, I agree.

I have very little money tied up in these asian ones, so am not terribly concerned. If they give up in a year or two, I will look for the US-made ones, but given the costs of manufacturing here, I wonder how good such inexpensive items are likely to be.

 

[fishyx]

I used strong arm supports. Made in USA Work great.

Grabbed a pair of these at Advance with a 30% code so not a bad price. Can't believe I just purchased a product made in the USA!!!!!