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> Rear Trunk Support DIY, Made my own
jcambo7
post Oct 12 2024, 01:49 PM
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Does anyone have a different trunk support then gas struts? I am thinking of a simple single rod style older cars had for the engine hood support. I have searched the site and haven't found any results other then gas struts.

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post Oct 12 2024, 02:40 PM
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The pre-production prototypes had a simple prop rod for both the trunk lid and the engine lid.

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post Oct 12 2024, 02:43 PM
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Only problem is the lids are heavy and make the rear lid hang crooked when it’s up.
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post Oct 12 2024, 02:48 PM
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use the original torsion rods



QUOTE(jcambo7 @ Oct 12 2024, 12:49 PM) *

Does anyone have a different trunk support then gas struts? I am thinking of a simple single rod style older cars had for the engine hood support. I have searched the site and haven't found any results other then gas struts.

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post Oct 12 2024, 02:54 PM
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QUOTE(mepstein @ Oct 12 2024, 03:43 PM) *

Only problem is the lids are heavy and make the rear lid hang crooked when it’s up.

That was my concern. An option to prevent that is having the pivot on the actual hood near the middle and angle down to the tail area possibly (this option may be difficult to do with the roof installed though) Another option is having one on each side similar to the gas struts locations.
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post Oct 12 2024, 02:54 PM
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QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Oct 12 2024, 03:48 PM) *

use the original torsion rods

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Does anyone have a different trunk support then gas struts? I am thinking of a simple single rod style older cars had for the engine hood support. I have searched the site and haven't found any results other then gas struts.

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No thanks.
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post Oct 12 2024, 02:57 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Oct 12 2024, 03:40 PM) *

The pre-production prototypes had a simple prop rod for both the trunk lid and the engine lid.

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Looks like you can still access it with the roof installed as well... Any pictures of the rod end that touches the bottom of the rear trunk? Is their a slot for the rod or is it rubberized to grip?
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post Oct 12 2024, 03:11 PM
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Ski pole works well…

Or these…

https://www.thoro-tec.de/en/p/hood-holding-...ack-porsche-914

https://www.thoro-tec.de/en/p/bonnet-holding-rod-porsche-914
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post Oct 12 2024, 03:16 PM
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Stock is a pretty elegant solution.
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post Oct 12 2024, 03:17 PM
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Ski pole works well…

Or these…

https://www.thoro-tec.de/en/p/hood-holding-...ack-porsche-914

https://www.thoro-tec.de/en/p/bonnet-holding-rod-porsche-914

Or adjustable hiking poles...or a broken plastic handle from on old car washing brush which is current set up... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif)
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post Oct 12 2024, 03:31 PM
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Looks like you can still access it with the roof installed as well... Any pictures of the rod end that touches the bottom of the rear trunk? Is their a slot for the rod or is it rubberized to grip?

It appears to just have been a pin that rests in a hole in the deck-lid frame.
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post Oct 12 2024, 03:54 PM
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Without some way of "locking" it in the upright position to the trunk lid I wouldn't trust it.

Imagine a gusty day.

Sort of like a giant mouse trap!

The possibility of bending the lid over time would worry me as well.
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post Oct 13 2024, 09:31 AM
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I like this idea for both front and rear lids, and have considered it on a number of occasions, just never pursued the idea beyond a though or two. I'd be surprised if a stock setup already in use from some other car mfg. couldn't be incorporated to work with the 914. Nissan comes to mind.. I've had a D21 pickup and a more recent Rogue that both had these kinds of hood supports. The roof storage (procedure) is the problem as someone else has pointed out, unless mounting the support rod on one of the sides... I'm not sure the lid sitting crooked is all that much of an issue, since you never have the thing open for very long - least i wouldn't. Let us know what you come up with, if you do it.

This 911 front prop rod might be made to work on the rear of the 914:
https://www.tiporscheproducts.com/product-p...-fiber-prop-rod

..and the 914-6 GT front prop rod style set ups are available on-line from various sources. They are obviously, normally used with the fiberglass GT hoods, but I doubt that's necessary.
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post Oct 13 2024, 09:48 AM
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QUOTE(jcambo7 @ Oct 12 2024, 02:54 PM) *

QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Oct 12 2024, 03:48 PM) *

use the original torsion rods

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Does anyone have a different trunk support then gas struts? I am thinking of a simple single rod style older cars had for the engine hood support. I have searched the site and haven't found any results other then gas struts.

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Why not?
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post Oct 13 2024, 10:58 AM
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I have an umbrella that i carry in the trunk. If im putting away the roof i ask someone to hold it open.
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QUOTE(jcambo7 @ Oct 12 2024, 02:54 PM) *

QUOTE(dr914@autoatlanta.com @ Oct 12 2024, 03:48 PM) *

use the original torsion rods

QUOTE(jcambo7 @ Oct 12 2024, 12:49 PM) *

Does anyone have a different trunk support then gas struts? I am thinking of a simple single rod style older cars had for the engine hood support. I have searched the site and haven't found any results other then gas struts.

Picture of an example



No thanks.



Why not?

I'm trying to KISS. The torsion bars seem to cause issues in the long run with the hinge area, and they're difficult/dangerous to remove/install. A simple prop is easier to install and replace if needed.
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post Oct 13 2024, 11:08 AM
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I am planning on using a stick, but I have been a carpenter for 50+ years.

Will try 3/4"x2" and report back
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“Trunk Prop Rod 914 world link”

Here’s a couple more ideas
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post Oct 13 2024, 09:01 PM
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post Oct 13 2024, 09:47 PM
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I had to remove the T bars when i installed a MFI engine for clearance. I have a really cool bespoke high tech Carbon fiber support with padded ends.


Reality:
Found a golf club with head broken off and added a cover on broken end. Light weight and functional.

I am planning on using hydraulic lifts on my current build ( have kit in box). Not a fan of the T bars.


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