{"product_id":"holden-vn-ute-hard-cover-gas-struts-pair","title":"Holden VN Ute Hard Cover Gas Struts (Pair) — Nitro Struts","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet your \u003cstrong\u003eHolden VN Ute Hard Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e hard lid working properly again with this pair of replacement gas struts from Nitro Struts. Ute hard lid struts cop a hammering — sun, dust, vibration, daily loading and unloading — and when they fail, your lid won't stay up while you're trying to load gear. This direct-fit pair fixes that for a fraction of OEM pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eModel series codes in the product title indicate exact fitment. If you're unsure whether this strut fits your specific variant, message us before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Owners Choose Nitro Struts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Made\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed and manufactured locally with 30+ years of gas strut experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eOEM-Quality Spec\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct replacement, no modifications needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSold as a Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e — includes both left and right struts for a complete replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTested to 50,000 Operations\u003c\/strong\u003e — and salt-spray rated for coastal climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e24 Months Replacement Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — full replacement for peace of mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFast Dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUte hard lid \/ tonneau cover struts take serious punishment — sun, dust, vibration, and constant up-and-down operation. Replacement is straightforward: \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 minutes per side\u003c\/strong\u003e, no special tools. Open the lid fully, prop it securely (a broom handle works), and unclip the old struts. \u003cstrong\u003eReplace both as a pair\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fresh strut against a tired one will fail early from uneven loading. Take note of the strut orientation before removal so the new ones go on the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSigns You Need New Struts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard lid drops on its own when you let go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow, weak lift — especially in cold weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid won't stay fully open while you load gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible oil residue or hissing from the strut shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × 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? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eGet in touch with our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we've been making and repairing gas struts in Australia for over 30 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nitro Struts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48373810659428,"sku":"HOLD-UTE-HARD-192","price":39.96,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/1079\/3572\/files\/GAS-STRUTS-HOLDEN-UTE-HARD-COVER-VN.jpg?v=1778047722","url":"https:\/\/nitrostruts.com.au\/products\/holden-vn-ute-hard-cover-gas-struts-pair","provider":"Nitro Struts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}