R50/53 Boot won't stay propped open...
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Boot won't stay propped open...
...this morning open the boot - it feels like a dead weight trying to lift it open, almost like it's caught on something or there's a huge weight on the little cargo shelf. Push it all the way to the max open spot, where it would normally stay on its own and it just falls closed like a ton of bricks. Unhook the cargo shelf, repeat and same thing. No unusual sounds. Closes properly. Have noticed over last few weeks it's felt a little unusual, but today out of the blue it won't stay open.
Is this a hinge issue? Replacement or tightening? Oil?
Thanks
Is this a hinge issue? Replacement or tightening? Oil?
Thanks
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Obviously not the end of the world, but would hate to see one my kids open the boot and get wacked in the head (or I forget in haste and develop bonk to the noggen)
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I ordered replacements from Classic MINI in OH (a NAM vendor). They give a discount on OEM parts. Send email to Jayson: bmwparts@classicautocampus.com
Ask for the NAM discount and he'll quote you a price.
Ask for the NAM discount and he'll quote you a price.
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http://new.minimania.com/web/Item/NMX7661/InvDetail.cfm
45.99/ea at Mini Mania. Hmm, is it a big enough deal to blow the $100 now or ride it out til it's really irritating....
or other websites, such as http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/200...tch_strut.html which have them for much less. looks like the minimania prices is similar to dealership pricing.
45.99/ea at Mini Mania. Hmm, is it a big enough deal to blow the $100 now or ride it out til it's really irritating....
or other websites, such as http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/200...tch_strut.html which have them for much less. looks like the minimania prices is similar to dealership pricing.
Last edited by mach schnell; 08-29-2011 at 12:28 PM.
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I ordered replacements from Classic MINI in OH (a NAM vendor). They give a discount on OEM parts. Send email to Jayson: bmwparts@classicautocampus.com
Ask for the NAM discount and he'll quote you a price.
Ask for the NAM discount and he'll quote you a price.
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Just saw another thread about this. The part is called a Hatch Shock Part no. NMX7661
Here's a link to a page that has it for cheaper and it comes from an actual BMW supplier (scroll to bottom):
http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/...-7-139-735-M26
Here's the link to the other thread:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post3900785
Here's a link to a page that has it for cheaper and it comes from an actual BMW supplier (scroll to bottom):
http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/...-7-139-735-M26
Here's the link to the other thread:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post3900785
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You can buy 2 Lift struts for about $45 if you look around (including shipping)...about a 5 minute job to replace both....Got mine on rockauto.com, amazon has similar....even pelicanparts has them listed for similar $$.
one tip....put a dab of grease on the ***** when you put the new struts on...
another tip...er regular maintenance item...
LUBE the HINGE at the top regularly....they can go dry...and fail/wear on gen1 cars...
one tip....put a dab of grease on the ***** when you put the new struts on...
another tip...er regular maintenance item...
LUBE the HINGE at the top regularly....they can go dry...and fail/wear on gen1 cars...
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Amazon.com: Qty (2) MINI Cooper 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Rear Trunk Hatch, liftgate Lift Supports, Struts, Dampers, Strong Arm 4360: Automotive
$37.80/pair was the best I could find.
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