i was wondering if it would be possible to use an oem trunk lift support as a hood lift? if so does anyone know of any diy guide i could follow for it or maybe a link to a decent, but cheap hood lift kit? most hood lift kits ive seen are around 100 which is why i wanted to see if i could use a trunk lift support instead which i found for around 20

 

Save yourself the engineering time and problems and get the kit before you damage something and it becomes more expensive.

 

Password JDM has a dampener kit from Tein for $200. Something tells me this is overpriced, but worth a shot. That or any other kit you found is probably the best option.

http://passwordjdm.com/Tein-Hood-Dam...P903C1982.aspx

 

I have a pair of NRG hood struts if you're interested, $75 shipped.

 

Brackets included? ^^

 

Yes, all hardware included. Sent you a PM with pics.

 

^ Are those for lightweight hoods or OEM?

 

NRG site says there are full pressure and low pressure versions, low for lightweight hoods - these are the 700CF, supposedly for a carbon fiber hood, but were mounted on an OEM hood, no issues.

http://www.getnrg.com/products/under...fiber/hd-700cf