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sierra · 03-01-2013, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Simpleviet

Anywho, I checked out the struts I noticed the top paint are chipping off. I'm guessing thats one of the stress on the struts. As long it doesn't rust I'm okay with it

That was the only flaw that I found in an otherwise quality product.
I wonder how it will last without paint there?

harrietcarter · 03-03-2013, 02:18 AM

for paint chips I just filled them in with some 209 black touch-up paint I found lying around; the touch-up paint turned out perfect on the struts.

GrimmSpeed · 03-04-2013, 12:34 PM

Hey everyone, the paint chipping at the top of the struts isn't as a result of stress or anything like that, it comes as a result of the assembly and shipping process of the gas springs before they even arrive to us. When the first shipment arrived to us, I stayed late and went through the first 500 and touched the tops up myself while trying to figure out the problem. We contacted the manufacturer, and they agreed to package and ship them in a different manor. This prevented chipping, but did not eliminate it. We still go through each and every strut and touch up the top.

However, I was able to figure out exactly what was happening. The release pin that holds the ball stud into the socket (that some people have been poked by) is the culprit. So, I changed the design of the ball and socket joint to have a different retention clip that should eliminate this problem 100% for future orders.

So once again I must thank the community for helping out and helping us eliminate these kind of issues before the product launches. If you have chips on your struts (or on anything that isn't stainless steel or aluminum regardless of if we sold it to you or not) make sure to touch them up to prevent rust.

I recommend semi gloss black touch up paint, but flat and gloss will look just fine too. Thanks again to everyone, and let us know if you love them, hate them, just think they're okay, or want to order 32 more sets, just to roll around on top of.

Chase
Engineering

chanomatik · 03-04-2013, 02:05 PM

I still love mine every time I take my car to the wash. I lift up the hood to dry around the edge and it's just so nice to lift and let go without having to prop it up!

Lee358 · 03-04-2013, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrimmSpeed

Hey everyone, the paint chipping at the top of the struts isn't as a result of stress or anything like that, it comes as a result of the assembly and shipping process of the gas springs before they even arrive to us. When the first shipment arrived to us, I stayed late and went through the first 500 and touched the tops up myself while trying to figure out the problem. We contacted the manufacturer, and they agreed to package and ship them in a different manor. This prevented chipping, but did not eliminate it. We still go through each and every strut and touch up the top.

However, I was able to figure out exactly what was happening. The release pin that holds the ball stud into the socket (that some people have been poked by) is the culprit. So, I changed the design of the ball and socket joint to have a different retention clip that should eliminate this problem 100% for future orders.

So once again I must thank the community for helping out and helping us eliminate these kind of issues before the product launches. If you have chips on your struts (or on anything that isn't stainless steel or aluminum regardless of if we sold it to you or not) make sure to touch them up to prevent rust.

I recommend semi gloss black touch up paint, but flat and gloss will look just fine too. Thanks again to everyone, and let us know if you love them, hate them, just think they're okay, or want to order 32 more sets, just to roll around on top of.

Chase
Engineering

i saw you commented on this and i was hoping you were telling us to look for your next new product! its been too long guys!!

chanomatik · 03-04-2013, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee358

i saw you commented on this and i was hoping you were telling us to look for your next new product! its been too long guys!!

You're addicted. You need an intervention. :happy0180:

Lee358 · 03-04-2013, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chanomatik

You're addicted. You need an intervention. :happy0180:

I DO NOT HAVE A PROBLEM I AM NOT ADDICTED

GrimmSpeed · 03-04-2013, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee358

i saw you commented on this and i was hoping you were telling us to look for your next new product! its been too long guys!!

The wheels are all in motion! I'm working on something RIGHT NOW. As soon as I am to the appropriate phase in the project you all will be the first to know, promise!

Also, we're still waiting on our new 10mm bolts for the lower mount, and will post up as soon as we get those to individuals who may have broken theirs. So Lee, you will have false hopes at least one more time, but I promise we will reveal our newest project soon!

Chase
Engineering

Jayde · 03-04-2013, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrimmSpeed

The wheels are all in motion! I'm working on something RIGHT NOW. As soon as I am to the appropriate phase in the project you all will be the first to know, promise!

Also, we're still waiting on our new 10mm bolts for the lower mount, and will post up as soon as we get those to individuals who may have broken theirs. So Lee, you will have false hopes at least one more time, but I promise we will reveal our newest project soon!

Chase
Engineering

Exhaust, perhaps?!?!

zoomzoomers · 03-04-2013, 04:08 PM

For those of us that purchased the struts earlier and want those upgraded bolts. Is there an ETA in when w might expect them mailed to us? Thanks.

GrimmSpeed · 03-04-2013, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoomzoomers

For those of us that purchased the struts earlier and want those upgraded bolts. Is there an ETA in when w might expect them mailed to us? Thanks.

I posted this:

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrimmSpeed

We'll post up when we have the new bolts in hand, but at this moment the ETA is not known.

We'll be shipping them out in new kits, and to individuals who need them (broke a bolt from overtightening/crossthreading). We won't be shipping them to everyone who has already purchased the kit, because of how isolated the issue is and that almost all users have had no problems during the installation. Just let us know if you want or need them after we post up saying we've received the new bolts, and we'll send them out.

Again, for anyone who missed the previous post: Hand thread the bolt in, and then torque to 7.5ftlbs, and there should be no issue. However, if you're interested in sourcing the bolt before we can get them here, it will be a 6mmx1.00mm 20mm length flange bolt.

Chase
Engineering

And I have been talking to my supplier this morning about that as well, so right this minute I do not have an ETA. I'm hoping to have this information by tomorrow. I'll post up as soon as I know! If anyone is waiting to install their kits, there is nothing wrong with the factory bolt, just do not over torque it (7.5 ftlbs)

zoomzoomers · 03-04-2013, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrimmSpeed

I posted this:

And I have been talking to my supplier this morning about that as well, so right this minute I do not have an ETA. I'm hoping to have this information by tomorrow. I'll post up as soon as I know! If anyone is waiting to install their kits, there is nothing wrong with the factory bolt, just do not over torque it (7.5 ftlbs)

Sorry, missed that post. I'll keep my eye out for your update.

GrimmSpeed · 03-06-2013, 11:36 AM

WE GOT BOLTS!!!

Alright it's not that exciting, but we can pretend right?

Again, these are replacement bolts for the lower strut mounts, and are not absolutely necessary if you have already ordered the kit. We will include them from now on, but if you need these replacements right now send an email to:

sales@grimmspeed.com

with a subject line of "Need Replacement Hood Strut Bolts." Include your name and address, and we'll mail them out right away.

Chase
Engineering

Basti · 03-06-2013, 01:36 PM

I just installed my GS Hood Struts and I think many thanks are in order!

The overall quality appears to be quite good, on a black car they seem as though they've already been there from the factory (which, imo, is good)
Handling is great, the wider opening achieved is promising to be a great help during maintenance. However, if forced to find one imperfection it'd be the stopper at max extension: that could have been somewhat softer.

BTW I've experienced the issue w/ the lower bolts, too.
Felt like the threads were being milled off. I just stopped fastening when it seemed appropriate but new bolts might be a good idea as a long-term solution...

What do you guys at GrimmSpeed think about using some Loctite? Might be a general security option worth mentioning in your guides?!

03-04-2013, 04:08 PM	#864
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harrietcarter Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: Asphalt Standard Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	for paint chips I just filled them in with some 209 black touch-up paint I found lying around; the touch-up paint turned out perfect on the struts.

03-04-2013, 12:34 PM	#857
GrimmSpeed Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: '13 BRZ, '12 WRX Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,676 Thanks: 271 Thanked 3,550 Times in 885 Posts Mentioned: 218 Post(s) Tagged: 4 Thread(s)	Hey everyone, the paint chipping at the top of the struts isn't as a result of stress or anything like that, it comes as a result of the assembly and shipping process of the gas springs before they even arrive to us. When the first shipment arrived to us, I stayed late and went through the first 500 and touched the tops up myself while trying to figure out the problem. We contacted the manufacturer, and they agreed to package and ship them in a different manor. This prevented chipping, but did not eliminate it. We still go through each and every strut and touch up the top. However, I was able to figure out exactly what was happening. The release pin that holds the ball stud into the socket (that some people have been poked by) is the culprit. So, I changed the design of the ball and socket joint to have a different retention clip that should eliminate this problem 100% for future orders. So once again I must thank the community for helping out and helping us eliminate these kind of issues before the product launches. If you have chips on your struts (or on anything that isn't stainless steel or aluminum regardless of if we sold it to you or not) make sure to touch them up to prevent rust. I recommend semi gloss black touch up paint, but flat and gloss will look just fine too. Thanks again to everyone, and let us know if you love them, hate them, just think they're okay, or want to order 32 more sets, just to roll around on top of. Chase Engineering

03-04-2013, 02:05 PM	#858
chanomatik Snow Don't Hurt! Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: 2013 BRZ Limited 6MT CBS Location: Anchorage, Alaska, USA Posts: 2,538 Thanks: 6,416 Thanked 1,497 Times in 902 Posts Mentioned: 42 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I still love mine every time I take my car to the wash. I lift up the hood to dry around the edge and it's just so nice to lift and let go without having to prop it up!

03-06-2013, 11:36 AM	#867
GrimmSpeed Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: '13 BRZ, '12 WRX Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,676 Thanks: 271 Thanked 3,550 Times in 885 Posts Mentioned: 218 Post(s) Tagged: 4 Thread(s)	WE GOT BOLTS!!! Alright it's not that exciting, but we can pretend right? Again, these are replacement bolts for the lower strut mounts, and are not absolutely necessary if you have already ordered the kit. We will include them from now on, but if you need these replacements right now send an email to: sales@grimmspeed.com with a subject line of "Need Replacement Hood Strut Bolts." Include your name and address, and we'll mail them out right away. Chase Engineering

03-06-2013, 01:36 PM	#868
Basti Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: BRZ Location: Germany Posts: 120 Thanks: 9 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I just installed my GS Hood Struts and I think many thanks are in order! The overall quality appears to be quite good, on a black car they seem as though they've already been there from the factory (which, imo, is good) Handling is great, the wider opening achieved is promising to be a great help during maintenance. However, if forced to find one imperfection it'd be the stopper at max extension: that could have been somewhat softer. BTW I've experienced the issue w/ the lower bolts, too. Felt like the threads were being milled off. I just stopped fastening when it seemed appropriate but new bolts might be a good idea as a long-term solution... What do you guys at GrimmSpeed think about using some Loctite? Might be a general security option worth mentioning in your guides?!

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