265 Express Drop Transom gas shock

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My gas shock that keeps the drop transom on the 265 express has seized and I need to replace it. Does anyone know the pressure ratings on this part? I haven't checked with my local GW dealer since they are closed but wanted to see if anyone has replaced this via other sources.

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If it is a gas shock, it most likely has a part number on it and often the last 2 digits or the 3 and 4th last digits will be the force Compressed length may also be critical, so measure yours and check the specs on any non OEM replacements. I found that out the hard way of course. In my case the replacement struts were 1/4 inch longer compressed and the lid wouldn't close:(
 
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do you have a picture? interested in how that works.

btw, I would not put much trust in the spring loaded ball catches. I use bungees to ss eye hooks as a backup.

If you back down hard against waves you will get wet shoes, ankles, shins....
 
I was looking at the boat and what do you know?....it has a gas shock on the tailgate!
Unfortunately, the part # does not appear on their website. Looks like they changed # formats....
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Crossed the numbers and found this. Measure the existing shock and order accordingly. Contact Maxum Hardware,,, that's where I bought mine from.

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Yep, so the numbering system is new but I'm guessing that the 100 in 7100 is the force. Its definitely the 750 model with 6" stroke. Mine is working so I don't need to research it.

Funny, I've had the boat 3 years and never paid any attention to that part. I paid more attention to the ball/spring latches that don't work... I use bungees for extra holding power.

So I was out there and took it off...wow! without that thing the tailgate drops like a very heavy rock. You don't realize how really heavy that tailgate is...
Thats a project coming up...there is a cracked front corner and the back has delaminated in one corner.
 
This shock is a 15” length shock with 6” travel. 100lbs pressure is the one to use.
 
Looks like I need a new one for the 265 transom. The part number stamped on it is 315\668\2172 unless that is a phone number and GW 10-49 or 149. I’ll call tomorrow and update this thread in case it helps someone in the future.
 
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Looks like I need a new one for the 265 transom. The part number stamped on it is 315\668\2172 unless that is a phone number and GW 10-49 or 149. I’ll call tomorrow and update this thread in case it helps someone in the future.
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the 315...is a phone number. You need an Ameritool 750-6 series. Look at earlier posts.

You sure you need one? test with & without it connected. The shock makes the tailgate seem lighter but it will still drop like a rock if the Ball/spring latches are shot.
If it won't stay up, your problem is probably the ball/spring latches.
 
I just got new ball spring latches Too. The shock can be pushed by hand and it has water in it. That door weighs a ton! Thanks for the part number! this boat is a money pit
 
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The 100lb gas spring just got here. What a difference! I can lift it with one finger now. Gotta install the latches but I might not need them. I’ll see. Moving on….
 
They make great struts. They really hold up well in a tough environment.
 
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