Nope sorry I did not go into detail of the installation.

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Yes… that describes the situation. 👍

I think it’s one of those weird things that takes a lot of patience to get right.

i’m gonna take a break for several days, then try again.

Seems everyone else gets it done, albeit with some difficulty.

 

I installed that set on my 2021 CX-5 shortly after i purchased it. Still working great. Yes, as Callisto said they have great customer service so give them a call and I'm sure they will help you. I don't recall it being a difficult install. I do recall contacting them with a question but that might have been related to the set I installed on my old Tacoma, in which I had to drill holes for that install.

 

what if you put a little super glue on top of the recessed section and let it set so it sticks and then use a drill to tighten with low torque high speed?

 

No no no no no Dude really!
Not going to debate this one it is simply an all around bad suggestion!

maybe consider editing and removing that post

Stop watching reruns of MacGyver

 

reasoning for it being a bad idea?...paint removal?...not sure what the issue would be

macgyver would have taken care of this with a paper clip and some gum

 

Ok look I tried to suggest that you reconsider deleting your post but nope!

You don't use super glue and expect if there is a warranty and the manufacture see that it was used to warranty their product.

You actually don't use super glue really if it at all can be avoided on a vehcle. There are so many dissimilar materials that super glue will either damage or not be effective. This is why you would be hard pressed to find super glue in any mechanics tool box. LOL
I have to say you are the first on any forum since around 200 that even suggested that.

So please lets stop now I post not to use it and why. If you continue that I am only going to repeat what a BAD idea it is! And I am sure there are several other members that will post this as well. Especially if you keep post that bad recommendation my friend!

 

You gave me a thought as opposed to glue.

Maybe place a smidgen of double side stick Scotch tape under it.

Will try in a day or so.

Wifey has the car now.

 

First I must suggest not to use anything that is not in the installation instructions.
Reading that you are deviating from the installation instruction has my concerned that you also may not understand the dynamic operation of the struts?
The REDLING strut unlike most generic strut is specifically engineered by REDLINE with internal valving that release pressure resistance at the top the hood is almost closed. This means that as you start to push down on the hood to close it the last approx. 12 inches the resistance is release so you can easily close the how without have to push down on the hood.

So read the installation and operation guide that came with your strut set and also if you lost or for some reason did not get an installation instruction completely before installing and using the REDLINE struts.

Any member that advises how to use or install them should have at least have installed and used the REDLINE hood struts themselves.

 

I had issues putting the "cones" in as well (mine are the same model Redline struts you have). I could not get it completely through the opening in the metal so it could be set. I contacted Redline, but before getting a reply was able to get it installed. No idea what my issue was, but it was not as simple as the instructions said in my case. It barely fits into the opening in the sheetmetal. Once you do get it in place, it works perfectly though. I love mine.