Cracked on with the hatch today, removed all the remaining sealant ready for the Lexan. I have fibreglassed the wiper hole and rear brake light for a totally smooth back end. Fitted the rear spoiler and bolted the hatch onto the car.
The original gas struts are far too powerfull for this hatch, not only does it fly up when I pull the trigger, it seems to be pushing the sides of the hatch up when it is closed so the gaps above the lights aren't right. I'm tempted to remove the struts TBH, is it an easy job, am I right in thinking to get them off in need to have the interior panels out and get into the rear 1/4 area from the inside? If I remove the struts will I get any additional noise from the hatch when it's closed (ie do they hold the hatch still)?