Frunk Auto Open

[Doves27]

Saw the video of the guy changing the Gas Spring Shocks to make the frunk open automatically. I tried it and it opened the frunk really fast and that scared me. Also displaced the frunk a bit so the right side was higher than the left. Sooooo i experimented with a few different product and these shocks were better and i only changed out the front left one. the frunk pops open now and then slowly lifts automatically. Here is when i bought on Amazon.


2 x Bonnet Hood Lift Support Struts Gas Spring Shock for Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005-2010
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F3CRXDV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Has anyone tried to replace the struts on the rear trunk???

 

[HolyToledo]

How long was the install? Can you post a short video of finished product?

 

[hayesb2]

i replaced my struts but did both. i didnt want to risk having uneven pressure on the hood. i think with the pressure equalized there would be less chance for issues

 

[Doves27]

How long was the install? Can you post a short video of finished product?

Took like 2 minutes

 

[Doves27]

i replaced my struts but did both. i didnt want to risk having uneven pressure on the hood. i think with the pressure equalized there would be less chance for issues

I had stronger ones at first but then changed to this one. when i installed both the frunk opened too fast. Now it pops open then smoothly opens. works great.

 

[Atari2600]

If for some reason your frunk unlatches while driving down the road the outcome will now be predictable.

 

[Doves27]

Tried and it won't unlatch unless parked.

 

[SSonnentag]

Does anyone know if the S and X take the same size/length struts?

 

[Doves27]

If for some reason your frunk unlatches while driving down the road the outcome will now be predictable.

Tesla Model 3 owner showcases DIY automatic-lifting front trunk (frunk)

 

[Atari2600]

Tesla Model 3 owner showcases DIY automatic-lifting front trunk (frunk)

After all, having the Model 3’s hood open all the way while the car is cruising on the road would be quite dangerous. As shown in a brief experiment by the DIY enthusiast in a later video, such a scenario will be unlikely, as the Model 3 prevents the hood from opening fully if it gets unlocked from the frunk when the car is moving.

The key word is unlikely.

But I'd do that for the trunk no questions asked.

 

[tpatana]

Tried and it won't unlatch unless parked.

My frunk opened while driving, as my luggage hit the inside release button.

 

[No42]

Another poor design choice here regarding the button.
So far my favorite one is not being able to super charge the car if you lost the magnet (which happens a lot) on the charge port.

 

[Garlan Garner]

Another poor design choice here regarding the button.
So far my favorite one is not being able to super charge the car if you lost the magnet (which happens a lot) on the charge port.

Come on. Its a necessary button.

Really? you are going through all of the FUD and commenting on it?

 

[Doves27]

Interesting on the inside release button. I'm going to take a look to see if i can 3D print a part to prevent that. Thanks for the feedback.

 

[Garlan Garner]

Interesting on the inside release button. I'm going to take a look to see if i can 3D print a part to prevent that. Thanks for the feedback.

Its law that you have to keep that button available and open.

I won't tell anyone if you cover yours up.

 

[Doves27]

Its law that you have to keep that button available and open.

I won't tell anyone if you cover yours up.

Maybe ill leave access to push button

 

[Atari2600]

Its law that you have to keep that button available and open.

I won't tell anyone if you cover yours up.

Perhaps the wire accidentally comes loose.

 

[AlaMike]

I bought the shock below per a youtube video from a popular Tesla poster and they were WAAAAY to powerful for a Model 3 hood. It could even be the same post the OP is referring to. It was almost impossible to close the hood AND they deflected the hood 1/4" near the hinges when closed - I am convinced they would have bent my hood permanently. I wish I had read this post first and I will try the ones recommended here. I recommend AVOIDING these for the hood:
StrongArm 6304 Jeep Grand Cherokee Hood Lift Support, Pack of 1

 

[AlaMike]

I bought the shock below per a youtube video from a popular Tesla poster and they were WAAAAY too powerful for a Model 3 hood. It could even be the same post the OP is referring to. It was almost impossible to close the hood AND they deflected the hood 1/4" near the hinges when closed - I am convinced they would have bent my hood permanently. I wish I had read this post first and I will try the ones recommended here. I recommend AVOIDING these for the hood:
StrongArm 4129 Universal 13.00" Ext. 155 Extended Length Lift Support

 

[Garlan Garner]

Saw the video of the guy changing the Gas Spring Shocks to make the frunk open automatically. I tried it and it opened the frunk really fast and that scared me. Also displaced the frunk a bit so the right side was higher than the left. Sooooo i experimented with a few different product and these shocks were better and i only changed out the front left one. the frunk pops open now and then slowly lifts automatically. Here is when i bought on Amazon.


2 x Bonnet Hood Lift Support Struts Gas Spring Shock for Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005-2010
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F3CRXDV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Has anyone tried to replace the struts on the rear trunk???

I installed the rear trunk electronic struts.

Not bad.

I did it over 3 days. About 1.5 hours per day.