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MelSuperstar - 11 Aug 2007 18:16 GMT

I recently got an old 88 toyota corolla fx from my grandparents. The
car is in great shape (only has 80,000 miles!). The only problem is
that when I open the tailgate it won't stay up. I keep an old
broomstick back there to prop it up when needed. Any ideas about what
exactly it is I need to replace so it stays up on its own?

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Ray O - 11 Aug 2007 19:02 GMT

>I recently got an old 88 toyota corolla fx from my grandparents. The
> car is in great shape (only has 80,000 miles!). The only problem is
> that when I open the tailgate it won't stay up. I keep an old
> broomstick back there to prop it up when needed. Any ideas about what
> exactly it is I need to replace so it stays up on its own?

The tailgate lift supports are probably worn or leaking. You can get
replacements at auto parts stores and change them yourself.

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Hachiroku ハチロク - 11 Aug 2007 20:39 GMT

> I recently got an old 88 toyota corolla fx from my grandparents. The car
> is in great shape (only has 80,000 miles!). The only problem is that when
> I open the tailgate it won't stay up. I keep an old broomstick back there
> to prop it up when needed. Any ideas about what exactly it is I need to
> replace so it stays up on its own?

Hmmm...that's an indication this car is on it's last legs.

I'll give you $150 to take it off your hands! ;)

All kidding aside, these are great little cars. Nice score! Is it carb'd
or fuel injected?

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