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Old 04-05-2012
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ok so im getting a little sick of the bar to hold my hood up and i was wondering if anyone has put the hydro shocks on the hood to get rid of the prop rod on their trucks?
 
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theres a kit:

http://www.redlinetuning.com/QL-FORD-RANGER-9307.html
 
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^^^GREAT PRODUCT--I've had mine for about 5 years. I even ordered an extra set of the mounts for when the PowerDome is done.
 
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a little pricey i think but thats a broke college kid talking
 
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thats a sweet product! may have to get me one of them
 
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explorer hood hinges have shocks on them. just have to find a pair that are still working.
 
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^Yes. I think you need two driver side ones?

http://www.rangerpowersports.com/for...es-269872.html
 
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Those short Explorer ones are pretty cheap to replace if they're bad though!
 
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looks like a trip to the yard is needed so i can do this sweet mod thanks everyone.
 
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Love em. I was a little weary of them for a second, thinking that it looks a little side restricted. I don't think it would be that big of a deal though.
 
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ive got lifters from an old tonneau cover might see if i can make this happen
 
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