Why did they stop using these, let alone limit the use? It's a lot better than props and more reliable than struts. It is so nice that it just simply opens and stays there. smile They don't seem to be large, complicated, and unreliable devices. Before my big bolt, the last vehicle I experienced with it was my mom's '87 Dodge Ram; another truck. Where they used on any small cars?


Alexander's Automotive Assortment
  • 1953 GMC 9700 3-ton**
  • 1978 Plymouth Arrow
  • 1980 Jeep J10 Cargo Truck
  • 1985 Red Wagon Trailer (for cars)
  • 1986 Toyota Tercel Wagon 4wd

**(9700 in Canada or 450 in USA.)