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I went looking for these today and decided to stop by O'Riley's, I went in just looking to get the Chevy blazer ones but it ends up that they have some for the actual ti for only 18.99 a piece. I just went with those since they are actually for our car. __________________
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That's cool. I don't think we have that store here in southeastern Wisconsin. __________________ ...
ʎɐqǝ uo pɹɐoqʎǝʞ ɐ ʎnq ı ǝɯıʇ ʇsɐן ǝɥʇ sı sıɥʇ | | | | | 09-28-2007, 02:08 AM | #48 | | Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 56 |
I ordered the Stablius struts for the Blazer from RockAuto and installed them last weekend. The length seems pretty good on them, but they are too strong. It's pretty difficult to close the hatch with one hand. I'm hoping that they'll weaken a bit as they sit around compressed. | | | | | 10-02-2007, 06:49 AM | #49 | | Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 26 |
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This summer, I had O'Reilly near me order the ones their computer said were for the 318. They came and were about 2/3 the length of stock. I returned them. Did they give me the wrong part? Have you gotten yours? | | | | | 10-02-2007, 02:45 PM | #50 | | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,895 |
That happened to me at Advance Auto Parts. They ordered the part and when it came in he handed me this tiny thing. Must be for a 318i trunk or something like that. __________________ ...
ʎɐqǝ uo pɹɐoqʎǝʞ ɐ ʎnq ı ǝɯıʇ ʇsɐן ǝɥʇ sı sıɥʇ | | | | | 10-02-2007, 10:18 PM | #51 | | Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Plano Texas Posts: 206 |
Yea i noticed that too, when i had posted i had just ordered them and then when i went to go pick them up they were the wrong part. Their system is just off. Disregard my post. Quote: Originally Posted by TippyMcStagger  318tiRedLeather
This summer, I had O'Reilly near me order the ones their computer said were for the 318. They came and were about 2/3 the length of stock. I returned them. Did they give me the wrong part? Have you gotten yours? | __________________
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My Blazer struts are almost 1 years old and are working great. No problems at all. | | | | | 10-07-2007, 03:05 AM | #53 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,093 |
 what about hood struts? can anybody find out if they can find some hood struts or part numbers to help with the hood? what about auto zone? __________________ was the 1 an only Bagged Ti on 19's!!   | | | | | 01-07-2008, 12:56 AM | #54 | | Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 11 |
I just installed the Strong Arm Aerostar struts and they certainly work and save money. That said, there are a few things about them you should know.
1) Because of the extra length, the hatch sticks up very high... nothing that is going to wreck your vehicle, but higher than stock.
2) One hatch strut held my hatch up, but I installed both regardless.
3) To close the hatch, I grab the inside handle and pull the it down to chest level, then move my hand to the top of the hatch near the wiper, and push it closed.
I'm going to see if my girlfriend will be able to handle it... we swap cars often. If not, I'll try another alternative.
Maybe I'll make a quick video and put it on YouTube. | | | | | 01-07-2008, 01:27 AM | #55 | | Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LA, Bellflower, CA Posts: 3,613 |
yeah. i did the same thing. most of us in SoCal Ti's bought these alternative struts to save money. they work good, just need a lil more force to bring them down to close. it doesnt over force the hatch open so thats the good part. __________________ 
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Check list: S52 swap, manual transmission swap, 3.25 LSD with M Coupe diff cover, SuperSprint muffler, M3 style mirrors, AFE intake, ASC delete, M50 Manifold swap, UUC strut bar, ZHP lighted knob, Vaders, M-tech interior, OEM armrest, AC Schintzer front lip, AC Schnitzer rear spoiler, Roof spoiler, 18'' rims, M3 front drilled brakes, LED interior lights, 3 spoke Euro style steering wheel, OEM roof spoiler and bike holder, Thule fairing, Euro tail lights, oil pressure guage, carbon fiber hood painted to original paint (still showing CF weaving), what's next to do...? | | | | | 01-07-2008, 03:05 AM | #56 | | Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 3,212 |
Yea i just ordered some today, since mine wont hold up no more. | | | | | 01-08-2008, 11:35 PM | #57 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SOUTH Jersey Posts: 1,085 |
this thread was just brought back to my attention.. So far a year with the strong arm Aerostar struts.. no problems. I can say this though, it is a good thing my g/f is both tall and strong as they have not weakened any in the past 12 months | | | | | 01-09-2008, 04:10 PM | #58 | | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 4,129 |
What is the exact part#? There seems to be more than one model for the Aerostar. Quote: Originally Posted by kneedrag32 I just installed the Strong Arm Aerostar struts and they certainly work and save money. That said, there are a few things about them you should know.
1) Because of the extra length, the hatch sticks up very high... nothing that is going to wreck your vehicle, but higher than stock.
2) One hatch strut held my hatch up, but I installed both regardless.
3) To close the hatch, I grab the inside handle and pull the it down to chest level, then move my hand to the top of the hatch near the wiper, and push it closed.
I'm going to see if my girlfriend will be able to handle it... we swap cars often. If not, I'll try another alternative.
Maybe I'll make a quick video and put it on YouTube. | __________________ 
1998 (July) 318ti, 5-spd
OEM Armrest Blaupunkt Heidelberg CD50 CD Player/Compact Drive MP3 Player Diamond Audio 5.25" rear speakers Navman ICN 530 GPS BMWALARM.COM (with comfort settings) after market alarm system Magnecor 8.5mm wires M-Z3 Shifter/Momo Knob Burlwood Dashboard Stromung Exhaust X-brace Racing Dynamics Front Strut Bar Carbonio C.A.I. 17" Rial Rims Vader Seats/Heated/Lumbar Support M-tech Steering Wheel/Front Sway Bar/Front & Rear Bumper Depos/w 6500K Angel Eyes/6000K HIDs Clear Corners M3 Mirrors UUC Light Weight Flywheel/M5 Clutch/M3 Clutch Slave E28 3.46 LSD/Mcoupe Cover/E30 Flanges & Halfshafts UUC S.S. Brake/Clutch Lines Hartge Roof Spoiler BavAuto Springs Bilstein Sport Struts/Shocks E46 M3 Rear Shock Mounts SPC Front Camber Kit Reiger Hatch Spoiler BavAuto Rear Camber Kit Dinan Stage II Software Turner Rear Sway Bar Reinforcements BMW E46 Auto dimming mirror with Clown Nose alarm Engine Compartment Light Heated Wiper Fluid Retrofit OEM Fire Extinguisher Da'lan Trailer Hitch Rear Sun Shade OEM Fog Light Retrofit H & R MZ3 Rear Sway Bar/ UUC Adjustable End Links Cruise Control Retrofit On Board Computer Retrofit M3 twistie style side skirts Carbon Fiber Hood | | | | | 01-10-2008, 01:46 AM | #59 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SOUTH Jersey Posts: 1,085 |
Strong arm part# 4784 | | | | | 01-10-2008, 07:00 PM | #60 | | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 4,129 |
What auto parts stores sell them? Auto Barn? PepBoys? They are close for me. Quote: Originally Posted by Mad-Machine Strong arm part# 4784 | __________________
1998 (July) 318ti, 5-spd
OEM Armrest Blaupunkt Heidelberg CD50 CD Player/Compact Drive MP3 Player Diamond Audio 5.25" rear speakers Navman ICN 530 GPS BMWALARM.COM (with comfort settings) after market alarm system Magnecor 8.5mm wires M-Z3 Shifter/Momo Knob Burlwood Dashboard Stromung Exhaust X-brace Racing Dynamics Front Strut Bar Carbonio C.A.I. 17" Rial Rims Vader Seats/Heated/Lumbar Support M-tech Steering Wheel/Front Sway Bar/Front & Rear Bumper Depos/w 6500K Angel Eyes/6000K HIDs Clear Corners M3 Mirrors UUC Light Weight Flywheel/M5 Clutch/M3 Clutch Slave E28 3.46 LSD/Mcoupe Cover/E30 Flanges & Halfshafts UUC S.S. Brake/Clutch Lines Hartge Roof Spoiler BavAuto Springs Bilstein Sport Struts/Shocks E46 M3 Rear Shock Mounts SPC Front Camber Kit Reiger Hatch Spoiler BavAuto Rear Camber Kit Dinan Stage II Software Turner Rear Sway Bar Reinforcements BMW E46 Auto dimming mirror with Clown Nose alarm Engine Compartment Light Heated Wiper Fluid Retrofit OEM Fire Extinguisher Da'lan Trailer Hitch Rear Sun Shade OEM Fog Light Retrofit H & R MZ3 Rear Sway Bar/ UUC Adjustable End Links Cruise Control Retrofit On Board Computer Retrofit M3 twistie style side skirts Carbon Fiber Hood | | | | | |
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