Holden Astra Convertible Tailgate Gas Struts 2002-2006 (Pair) — Nitro Struts

Bring the lift back to your Holden Astra Convertible tailgate with this pair of tailgate gas struts from Nitro Struts. When the factory struts fail, you're left holding the tailgate up with one hand or wedging it open with whatever's nearby. This pair fixes that properly, for a fraction of the dealer price.

Why Owners Choose Nitro Struts

• ✅ Australian Made — designed and manufactured locally with 30+ years of gas strut experience
• ✅ OEM-Quality Spec — direct replacement, no modifications needed
• ✅ Sold as a Pair — includes both left and right struts for a complete replacement
• ✅ Tested to 50,000 Operations — and salt-spray rated for coastal climates
• ✅ 24 Months Replacement Guarantee — full replacement for peace of mind
• ✅ Fast Dispatch

Installation Notes

Tailgate strut replacement is one of the easier DIY jobs on a car — usually 10–15 minutes with no special tools. Open the tailgate fully and prop it securely before starting (a second person makes this much easier). Pop the spring clip on each ball socket, lift the old strut off, and clip the new one on in the same orientation. Always replace both as a pair — running a fresh strut against a worn one will kill the new one early.

Signs You Need New Struts

• Tailgate drops or sags on its own
• Slow, weak rise when you let go
• Particularly bad on cold mornings (gas pressure drops with temperature)
• Visible oil residue on the chrome shaft, or hissing when compressed
• Tailgate needs to be held open or propped with something

What's in the Box

1 × pair of OEM-quality gas struts (left and right side). Ships same-day from our Australian warehouse with Australia Post tracking when ordered before 2PM AEST. Need a hand with fitment? Get in touch with our team — we've been making and repairing gas struts in Australia for over 30 years.