Estate boot lid (Xantia)

Jshodgson · Post by **Jshodgson** » 04 Apr 2006, 17:28

I have got myself an estate but the boot lid opens only when encouraged rather than my hatchback boot which glided open effortlessly. Does anyone have any ideas how I can improve its performance? I fear it may fall on head one day!

Thanks, James

Robin · Post by **Robin** » 04 Apr 2006, 17:43

James, you simply need to replace the lift rams. I suspect one has failed and the other is either on it's way out or working very hard!
Suppliers, I am sure you will get some tips very soon. Cit ones are a mite expensive but very good.
Robin

JohnD · Post by **JohnD** » 04 Apr 2006, 18:14

Try GSF - I got some for my Pug - about 18quid each.

np · Post by np » 04 Apr 2006, 19:14

Mine cost £50 inc vat just before xmas from E C Parts.Also,try Ebay under Xantia estate.I`ve noticed there seems to be alot of new pairs being sold.
Its a very easy job.About 2 mins to change both.Just make sure that some one holds the tail gate up while your doing them,as i does hurt your head if it hits you!