Is the lid on your truck bed tool box not staying up anymore? Those old gas struts are probably shot. This pair of replacement lift props will fix that. They're sold as a set of two, which is what you usually need. The specs are key: when fully extended, they measure 7.5 inches from the center of one ball socket to the center of the other. When compressed, they're 5.5 inches. Each strut provides 60 pounds of lifting force, so together they give your heavy toolbox lid plenty of power to open smoothly and stay securely open while you're grabbing tools. The end fittings are 10mm ball sockets on both ends, which is a common size for these applications – just make sure they match the mounting points on your box. Installation is usually pretty straightforward – you might need a screwdriver or a small pry tool to pop the old ones off and snap the new ones on. Just be safe and don't let the lid slam on you while you're working. These are generic replacement struts, often sold under the 'Better Built' brand name, and they're built to handle the weather and vibrations of truck use. Get your toolbox functioning like new again without a huge repair bill.
