Okay, this is really dumb, so I apologize in advanceif I offend intelligent people. I need to replace a couple of parts on my car, but I don't know what they're called, which makes looking for them online difficult, and asking for them at my auto shop too embarrassing to contemplate. I have a 1989 Volvo 240 wagon. You know those two piston-y, strut-y dealy-bobs that hold up the big back door when you raise it? Mine have failed utterly and I need to replace them (ever try taking a heavy load out of the back of your wagon while trying to hold the door open with our head? not recommended), but I don't know what they're called. Anyone? Thanks! Patricia
Those are gas-filled struts, also called gas-filled lifts. You can usually find or order them at AutoZone, Advance Auto Parts, and similar places. Gary
Patricia, try here: http://www.fcpgroton.com/volvo240other.htm Scroll down to part # 1254916 , they are called Tailgate Shock for Wagons (79-93) and they are 13 bucks each. RF
There is a saying my friends have its that the question that's too stupid to ask hasn't been asked yet ! We all have to learn .
Subject: Re: Stupid Question -- Help Please? Thank you so much! After you told me what they're called, I also checked with the local (Chicago) Swedish Auto Parts. They charge $23 apiece for the same parts. I ordered them instead from the place you suggested (shipping was less than $5). I thank you, and my head thanks you!
