Thank you Jedi Luke! I'm the new owner of an 08 ISF in 2024 and did this replacement right away. The auto pop thing didn't work for my car but never the less it's a world of diffrence vs factory. I love my car just a little bit more now.
Congrats man. The ISF is a beast! As far as the auto pop thing, it's hit or miss. I notice it usually only does it when you use the fob. The main goal was to get stiffer struts to hold the trunk up better. The factory ones are pretty much trash lol.
thank you so much for this video! i got my is350 used and i always thought that was how the car was made and didnt know that the strut was broken lol thanks lots!
Very informative and helpful video. I had the same problem with my Lexus and ended up buying the same parts you did. Now that they’re both installed, it goes up easily by itself but now it does take a little effort to push and close all the way. Other than that, this was very helpful and worked!
Hello , I am driving the 2007 Lexus 250 IS very excellent comfy to drive. On breakdown now , was overheating, replaced all cooling system radiator and water pump, thermostat. Top and gasket sets, valve and seats, very expensive. 😂😂 I cant swoop her really .Thanks for advising. ❤😂
LMAOOO What an awesome video man! I love the ingenuity using Kia parts haha I can't even imagine how you found out those things would work! And the fix is so cheap! Awesome job brother. You deserve to be monetized for this video alone!!
This is very good instruction. Thank you so much, I followed everything from the video. For those who want their trunk to always open automatically, install extra bungie cords, I posted short video on how I did it on my channel
Hi Jedi, I have a 2011 Lexus IS 250 C convertible. Will these work on the convertible? If not, what would you recommend? Your video is awesome by the way! Hope you had a merry Christmas! Jim
@@JIMNGLENDA Merry Christmas to you too. I haven't worked on a 250c so I'm not too familiar with the struts on those. Only advice I can give is take one of the struts off and go up to the store to compare the length to the same part in the video. If they match up then they should work.
@@Jedi_Luke I got the exact ones recommended here. They end up being about 564mm. I returned and got some closer to 550 mm. Hopefully they’ll fit better
How is the fit for the length of the strut? Because I've seen a few videos before where the strut was slightly too long and it would cause the trunk to be the ever so slightest ajar so they would have to look for other struts
Hi there. I just ordered these on Amazon. Says it fits 2003-2009 sorento. Even with the rubber stopper taken off the new strut itself is like quarter inch too long too. No way I can put it in the hole.
The open by itself thing was a side effect. This is mainly to hold the trunk up better so it doesn't fall on your head. The factory struts are trash. Using the fob was the only way I got it to pop open on its own.
No I just know where to find good deals. Look in rural areas. This is the second IS I've found for cheap. I do run a auto repair business so a car that most people would pass because a repair is too expensive, is the same car I'd buy because I could fix it easily lol.
Hey man quick question, I did the same for a 2007 is 250 but after cleaning the weather guard and checking the inside for anything getting stuck to the trunk it still needs assistance to be lifted up about 2 or 1 inch before it takes off. You think you know what can be done to fix that? Thank you
That's normal. The point of this fix is to not have the trunk heavy anymore. I noticed after a few weeks the automatic open thing only worked when I used the fob to pop the trunk.
Doesn't fit, I borrowed one '03 Sorento hood strut from a salvage yard to test fit on my '06 GS and it wouldn't close. The struts sit vertically on the GS, unlike the horizontal placement of the IS struts.
Dam i tried exactly the same part numbers and installed it and trunk still doesnt open like that. I dont know whats going on. Frustrating to say the least
The point of the struts was to upgrade from the weak factory struts, so the trunk lid doesn't fall on your head. The auto pop up thing is just a side effect, it works for some and doesn't work for others.
@@Jedi_Luke Yes it does. Only the struts are flat. Will not stay up at all. Looking at your video I’m thinking the convertible has a different length trunk lid?
@@inthefogagain yes I would think they are longer for storage of the roof. If it was me I would just replace them with new struts of the same part number. At least that should make them hold the lid up.
A bit disappointed. I purchased the same USA made STABILUS SG250007 (O'Reilly part#) / 4B-0895QR (AutoZone part #) for my 2009 IS250 with the factory trunk lid spoiler and after installing both sides, the trunk lid still can't pop open hands free. After the trunk is unlatched, I still need to assist it upwards about 3-4 inches before It begins lifting up on its own. Could there be something keeping it down after the latch is released? It will not move up much more than .5 - 1cm
Yeah if it's sticking it won't open on its own. Try cleaning your weather stripping and make sure the carpet liner on the trunk isn't getting caught. I mainly did this to get the trunk to hold up on its own vs the OEM struts falling on my head. Having the lid pop up on its own was just an added lucky bonus.
Great work… Have you had any issue with the strut slipping off the very back? I ask this because the OEM struts have an eyelet with a retaining clip, but the ones you installed have ball and socket joints.
@@Jedi_Luke so this item description below will fit can't attach link it deletes it. for-Kia-Sorento-2002-2003-2004-2005-2006-2009-Bonnet-Gas-Strut-Off-R
@@jariv1991 This upgrade isn't gonna be listed as a "working" install. Use the part I provided in the video. I literally installed them on my car so it 100% works
@@Vic-zp5ft This was mainly just to hold the trunk up compared to the worn factory struts. The auto pop thing was only a lucky side effect. Works for some, doesn't work for others. At least the trunk wont fall on your head anymore.
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Finally someone addressing this problem properly! Thanks, i can finally fix my ISF
A true car guy taking time to not only show his repair but how correct a continuous problem! Thanks for the Research & Knowledge👌🏾
and clever solution, repurposing good parts
and clever solution, repurposing good parts
and clever solution, repurposing good parts
and clever solution, repurposing good parts
and clever solution, repurposing good parts
Thank you Jedi Luke! I'm the new owner of an 08 ISF in 2024 and did this replacement right away. The auto pop thing didn't work for my car but never the less it's a world of diffrence vs factory. I love my car just a little bit more now.
Congrats man. The ISF is a beast! As far as the auto pop thing, it's hit or miss. I notice it usually only does it when you use the fob. The main goal was to get stiffer struts to hold the trunk up better. The factory ones are pretty much trash lol.
Thanks for this. Finally a sane solution. One-side strut solution leaves the truck tilted with a gap.
thank you so much for this video! i got my is350 used and i always thought that was how the car was made and didnt know that the strut was broken lol thanks lots!
Very informative and helpful video. I had the same problem with my Lexus and ended up buying the same parts you did. Now that they’re both installed, it goes up easily by itself but now it does take a little effort to push and close all the way. Other than that, this was very helpful and worked!
Hello , I am driving the 2007 Lexus 250 IS very excellent comfy to drive. On breakdown now , was overheating, replaced all cooling system radiator and water pump, thermostat. Top and gasket sets, valve and seats, very expensive. 😂😂 I cant swoop her really .Thanks for advising. ❤😂
LMAOOO What an awesome video man! I love the ingenuity using Kia parts haha I can't even imagine how you found out those things would work! And the fix is so cheap! Awesome job brother. You deserve to be monetized for this video alone!!
Very good job in talking your way to showing how to fix this problem I’ve been putting up for a few years now! Great job and thanks bro
Very grateful for you taking time to upload this video. God bless.
SG250007 (4B-0859QR) Part Number used in video if you missed it. Thanks for the video.
SG250007 (48-0859QR) Part’s number 2004 Kia Sorento
I’m returning my lift support depot struts that I just bought and buying these lol. Dude this was great.
This is very good instruction. Thank you so much, I followed everything from the video. For those who want their trunk to always open automatically, install extra bungie cords, I posted short video on how I did it on my channel
Hell yeah bro great video gonna do this to my isf next week!
Bro just watch this video and always install mine😅😅 Working just great. Thanks
hehe I didnt even know my truck was supposed to open like that hehe
Just Bought a pair of struts just like yours here in europe! Cant wait for them to arrive
How did it go?
thank you sir your video was very informative and detailed
🤣🤣🤣🤣 Thank you 🙏🏻 for taking the time to make this video. I literally started on the same path, same European video 😂.
Hi Jedi,
I have a 2011 Lexus IS 250 C convertible. Will these work on the convertible? If not, what would you recommend?
Your video is awesome by the way! Hope you had a merry Christmas!
Jim
@@JIMNGLENDA Merry Christmas to you too. I haven't worked on a 250c so I'm not too familiar with the struts on those. Only advice I can give is take one of the struts off and go up to the store to compare the length to the same part in the video. If they match up then they should work.
Thank you very much!
Got these and even taking off the rubber bumper they’re too long. Trying to figure out how to compress them while installing
You got the wrong ones then. Removing the bump stop and pushing the hood all the way up gives enough clearance.
@@Jedi_Luke I got the exact ones recommended here. They end up being about 564mm. I returned and got some closer to 550 mm. Hopefully they’ll fit better
Work? Part number? @@michaelG2310
Thank you, this video was helpful.
Where do I get those? Can you put a link in a description please?
@@Juck_Fews Orielly auto parts. I mentioned it in the video. You can also get them off eBay most likely.
Perfect fit!👏
I’m sad I bought oem struts and it holds the trunk up better now but it’s not automatic 😢
How is the fit for the length of the strut? Because I've seen a few videos before where the strut was slightly too long and it would cause the trunk to be the ever so slightest ajar so they would have to look for other struts
Fits perfectly. No trunk gap on my Lexus.
This is a bit different than my set up (2006 GS300) BUT I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. Can't wait to fix this annoying issue
I thought my cars trunk was just busted lol definitely trying this
Did this cause any issues with the trunk aligning with the body of the car?
@@williamghau1150 No
Hi there. I just ordered these on Amazon. Says it fits 2003-2009 sorento. Even with the rubber stopper taken off the new strut itself is like quarter inch too long too. No way I can put it in the hole.
I took off the nut and bolt to the hinge and it worked.
I did the upgrade but with a BMW strut to one side. Makes life easier!
Nice. You got a part number?
What are new struts parameters?
Bought the Dampers for a '04 Sorento but doesn't open fully by itself, I do have to push it a tiny bit for It to open.
The open by itself thing was a side effect. This is mainly to hold the trunk up better so it doesn't fall on your head. The factory struts are trash. Using the fob was the only way I got it to pop open on its own.
thank you!!!!! i was wondering ....
I was just watching your other videos (black IS350 - you paid $6500). Are you a dealer or something.. ? Heck of a price!
No I just know where to find good deals. Look in rural areas. This is the second IS I've found for cheap. I do run a auto repair business so a car that most people would pass because a repair is too expensive, is the same car I'd buy because I could fix it easily lol.
THE PART NUMBER SAID FIR KIA SORENTO FRONT HOOD IS THAT THE ONE YOU BROUGHT 4B-0895QR, AMAZON HAS IT FOR CHEAPER PLEASE LET ME KNOW
Yes that's same part. Doesn't matter where you buy it from, just make sure it's the correct year KIA and a brand new part
Hey man quick question, I did the same for a 2007 is 250 but after cleaning the weather guard and checking the inside for anything getting stuck to the trunk it still needs assistance to be lifted up about 2 or 1 inch before it takes off. You think you know what can be done to fix that? Thank you
That's normal. The point of this fix is to not have the trunk heavy anymore. I noticed after a few weeks the automatic open thing only worked when I used the fob to pop the trunk.
@@Jedi_Luke got it thank you
Love it.
Same with my Lexus GS 2008
Got any idea which struts should get?
Unfortunately I'm not familiar with the GS. If I can ever get one in the shop for repairs, I'll see if they're the same.
Should be the same, since most 2008-12 GS parts will fit the IS.
Doesn't fit, I borrowed one '03 Sorento hood strut from a salvage yard to test fit on my '06 GS and it wouldn't close. The struts sit vertically on the GS, unlike the horizontal placement of the IS struts.
Dam i tried exactly the same part numbers and installed it and trunk still doesnt open like that. I dont know whats going on. Frustrating to say the least
The point of the struts was to upgrade from the weak factory struts, so the trunk lid doesn't fall on your head. The auto pop up thing is just a side effect, it works for some and doesn't work for others.
Great video!!
Do you think this will fit a 2014 IS350 C. Convertible hardtop? Thank you for your time…. Good video. You made it look easy…😊
Thank you, I appreciate that. I'd say no if I had to guess. Doesn't the convertible top fold up into the trunk?
@@Jedi_Luke Yes it does. Only the struts are flat. Will not stay up at all. Looking at your video I’m thinking the convertible has a different length trunk lid?
@@inthefogagain yes I would think they are longer for storage of the roof. If it was me I would just replace them with new struts of the same part number. At least that should make them hold the lid up.
@@Jedi_Luke thank you for your speedy responses & again great video without waisting time. 😁
For those reading comments, I tried this on my 07 is350 and it won’t lift without assistance. It’ll lift once you lift it a few inches..
the same thing on my 09is350, it wont go up by itself
any solution found?
A bit disappointed. I purchased the same USA made STABILUS SG250007 (O'Reilly part#) / 4B-0895QR (AutoZone part #) for my 2009 IS250 with the factory trunk lid spoiler and after installing both sides, the trunk lid still can't pop open hands free. After the trunk is unlatched, I still need to assist it upwards about 3-4 inches before It begins lifting up on its own.
Could there be something keeping it down after the latch is released? It will not move up much more than .5 - 1cm
Yeah if it's sticking it won't open on its own. Try cleaning your weather stripping and make sure the carpet liner on the trunk isn't getting caught. I mainly did this to get the trunk to hold up on its own vs the OEM struts falling on my head. Having the lid pop up on its own was just an added lucky bonus.
Hey! Thanks for the video,
Does it close easily? I put a BMW strut on one side and was looking to upgrade to these
Nvm I just rewatched the video again, that’s dope
@@JaysonHoang14 Yeah it works great. The stock struts are trash.
what is the shock absorber of a kia sorento? how many nw of force does it exert?
No idea. I just did some research on a strut that was the same length. It's got more force than the Lexus OEM part, so it's a perfect fix.
I need it !!
I’d love to find a solution for the IS250c.
can i get a link for the trunk strut?
They are sold at Orielly Auto parts. The part number is on the package. It's all explained in the video.
Does the trunk trunk seat flush after installing them?
Or is it raised little higher then rest of the body body?
No it sits perfectly fine
@@Jedi_Luke awesome!!!! Will try them out. Thank you
Great work… Have you had any issue with the strut slipping off the very back? I ask this because the OEM struts have an eyelet with a retaining clip, but the ones you installed have ball and socket joints.
Nope. Zero issues. Works perfectly fine and fits tightly. Thanks for watching.
Where is the link 😰😭
Orielly Auto parts. Ask for the 2003 Kia Sorento hood struts.
Thank you
Link ?
Is there any unevenes when closed?
None at all. Perfect upgrade. Thanks for watching, don't forget to like and subscribe.
@@Jedi_Luke so this item description below will fit can't attach link it deletes it. for-Kia-Sorento-2002-2003-2004-2005-2006-2009-Bonnet-Gas-Strut-Off-R
@@jariv1991 This upgrade isn't gonna be listed as a "working" install. Use the part I provided in the video. I literally installed them on my car so it 100% works
uneven gaps will be if you change only on one side
@@jegermaisterr hey can you pass me the link
Awesome dude’s...!!
ok kia sorento 04. trunk or hood ones?
Hood. You gotta watch the video to get all the info, my friend
@@Jedi_Luke did. but couldnt catch it . thanks
did it but did not work it i help it it lifts but no all by itself. bad luck for me i guess but still better
@@Vic-zp5ft This was mainly just to hold the trunk up compared to the worn factory struts. The auto pop thing was only a lucky side effect. Works for some, doesn't work for others. At least the trunk wont fall on your head anymore.
Bought the car with them broken, had no clue it even popped open I thought it was just manual and chocked it up to old car 🤦♂️