Great work Shirl, looks like you're very close to solving the puzzle.
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Nice work Shirl.Not a bad mod for just over $25
Im asuming the strut itself limits the doors end travel,I was just wondering if those type off gas struts would hold up if the door was push beyond its limit by kids(Yes my kids would probably would do that) or even a huge gust of windWhite 2003 V6 GXL, 4spd auto, Vapor injected LPG, Autocraft Prem Billstein 2inch lift with poly air-bags
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Yes the strut is what now limits door travel. At the moment the mount on the door is not what i would call acceptable but going to have a play around today to try and remedy this. Not sure about the strength of the strut itself. Hopefully i can speak to a strut expert today and he can shed some light as to whether or not he can build in some more damping effect when opening to reduce the risk of it being slammed against the limit of its travel.
Cheers2004 V6 GXL, Roo Lite,s with HID conversion, HID headlights, Dual battery(in rear)with DC-DC charger,Cargo barrier, Coupler Tec rust proofer, home made rear storage, home made heat exchanger, Oricom 80 channel UHF, front recovery points,Engel fridge(oldie but a goodie), low profile roof rack(home made), fold down table on rear door, gas rear door dampner, 265/65 BFG All Terrains, K&N filter
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http://www.exploroz.com/Customers/82.875/11/2009/ExplorOz_test_drives_the_new_Prado_range.aspx#
I found a pic of a 150 series door.
It looks more like a dampener than a strut.Maybe some of the 150 people could clarify this
I called a toyota dealership and they dont know sh!t(suprise,suprise)all they could tell me was the part is called a DOOR CHECK and is worth $530White 2003 V6 GXL, 4spd auto, Vapor injected LPG, Autocraft Prem Billstein 2inch lift with poly air-bags
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Had a visit with a strut regas guy today, after a couple of goes to get the damping right i think i have a winner. Took the strut i bought and they had a play with the oil level to make the damping happen sooner(approx 100mm before the end of the stroke) so now when the strut reaches full travel it has already slowed right down and doesnt seem to stress anything. Down side is that as they add more oil it also make the thing stronger, it does push the door open itself but then has sufficent strength that i think it will hold it open even with the car nose downhill slightly.
All up this has cost approx $55.00 and a little bit of fiddling. The only fitting detail i have changed is i added a few washers under the ball on the door, this takes out the movement i mentioned earlier and gets the strut on an angle so the oil runs down to the seal.
The guys i spoke to were at STRUTSRUS at Nerang and were very helpful. www.strutsrus.com.au. They can supply the parts required and give a 3 year warranty.
So far very happy with outcome but time will tell.2004 V6 GXL, Roo Lite,s with HID conversion, HID headlights, Dual battery(in rear)with DC-DC charger,Cargo barrier, Coupler Tec rust proofer, home made rear storage, home made heat exchanger, Oricom 80 channel UHF, front recovery points,Engel fridge(oldie but a goodie), low profile roof rack(home made), fold down table on rear door, gas rear door dampner, 265/65 BFG All Terrains, K&N filter
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Top effort Shirl, Another great forum inspired invention.
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2004 V6 GXL, Roo Lite,s with HID conversion, HID headlights, Dual battery(in rear)with DC-DC charger,Cargo barrier, Coupler Tec rust proofer, home made rear storage, home made heat exchanger, Oricom 80 channel UHF, front recovery points,Engel fridge(oldie but a goodie), low profile roof rack(home made), fold down table on rear door, gas rear door dampner, 265/65 BFG All Terrains, K&N filter
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That's a damn fine job.My 150 build - http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?27423-A-Random-approach-to-a-Bluestorm-150-GXL-D4D-automatic
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The strut actually opens the door for you even with the nose downhill. Would still be nice to be able to lock it open though.2004 V6 GXL, Roo Lite,s with HID conversion, HID headlights, Dual battery(in rear)with DC-DC charger,Cargo barrier, Coupler Tec rust proofer, home made rear storage, home made heat exchanger, Oricom 80 channel UHF, front recovery points,Engel fridge(oldie but a goodie), low profile roof rack(home made), fold down table on rear door, gas rear door dampner, 265/65 BFG All Terrains, K&N filter
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Originally posted by shirl View PostThe strut actually opens the door for you even with the nose downhill. Would still be nice to be able to lock it open though.[SIZE=1]Cheers Jim.
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Would maybe hold it but could also damage the shaft, little burrs, that have to pass through the seal. might be worth a try through.2004 V6 GXL, Roo Lite,s with HID conversion, HID headlights, Dual battery(in rear)with DC-DC charger,Cargo barrier, Coupler Tec rust proofer, home made rear storage, home made heat exchanger, Oricom 80 channel UHF, front recovery points,Engel fridge(oldie but a goodie), low profile roof rack(home made), fold down table on rear door, gas rear door dampner, 265/65 BFG All Terrains, K&N filter
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Originally posted by Ozpat View PostWould the bent washer type thing you see on flyscreen door closer struts that hold them open work?
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Originally posted by AJ120 View PostNo that wouldn't work, the screen door is a "closer" and this is an opener so working the opposite direction.
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