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Old Aug 5, 2006 | 08:33 PM
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any one changed their struts for a uprated set off a different make of car?getting a bit pi$$ed off with my boot crashing down on my head or any other model the same that you can still buy new.
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Old Aug 5, 2006 | 08:36 PM
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had the same prob mate i got mk3 fiesta ones now they fit a treat
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 07:51 AM
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Fit an aftermarket broom handle to the boot lid mate

Sorry, don't know: but try the Festa ones mentioned above
It is blooming annoying tho isn't it
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 10:12 AM
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mk3 fiesta ones fit 100% i have them on my s1
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 02:52 PM
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You can still get them from ford mate
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 03:29 PM
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S1 gas struts are available from GMS Capri spares. They will most likely be at Donnington on the 20th for National Day.

0191 377 1718
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 03:49 PM
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You can still get them from ford mate
Yeah, at £70 a side plus VAT................fuck that. I use a broom handle.
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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 07:19 PM
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They were about £35 a pair from GMS when I bought mine. That was about 3 or 4 years ago.
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