Model 3 Automatic Frunk

Changed out the gas struts in the frunk to some stronger ones to make the frunk open up all the way by itself. For less then $20 on amazon you can easily replace them and make yours do the same.
People are buying these up fast and Amazon keeps going out of stock. All these struts should be the right about the same length. The stock ones are 15 inches
Front Hood Gas Spring Struts Shocks Dampers
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[@cit1st]

Dude. This is by far your best mod to date! Seriously impressed.

[@francisneal5108]

Ordered the replacement struts for the frunk last night (Thurs.) received them this morning (Fri.) before 9:00AM. After I unpacked them and reviewed your video I think it tool about 5 mins. to install both. Works great! My brother got all the DYI genes in our family so believe me when I say, "If I can do this anyone can". Thanks so much for the video and your research. When the trunk parts come I will let you know how I make out. Thanks again!

[@brianalbery]

I did mine!!! Install took under 3 minutes and that was with my 22 month old “helping”. Just used a small flathead screwdriver to pry that plastic piece as Brian showed in the video. WORKS LIKE A CHARM!!!!! SO AWESOME! Thanks Brian and love your videos. I’ve already ordered the struts and spring for the Trunk and will do that one next. :)

[@sakru100]

Wow! This is coolest Model 3 mod that I have seen so far! Such a simple solution and makes car lot more cool to show off too! You are becoming defently my favorite model 3 channel!

[@rachelknopoff8194]

Wow, thanks so much Brian! My hubby and I just installed these on our (my) Model 3. At first, we thought it was weird that the frunk lid sprang up so forcefully and reverberated when it got to the top. Seemed like way too much force, and worried us that it'd damage the aluminum hood. But then I looked at your video again and realized we had installed them upside down! Whoops! I just finished popping them out and turning them around all by myself (yes, it's that easy), and it now works perfectly! Thanks SO much for this fantastic mod!!! 😃

[@Kuth70]

Damn cool! I'll wait for you to use it for a few months before I do that to mine. I'm curious to see how it affects the hood.

[@im4udevco]

Kuth70 It is already sold out.

[@vflash27]

I was wondering if you had any problems with this setup since install?

[@PeteSauerbier]

Great, I'll surely put them after I got mine :) Can't wait for your ideas for the trunk lid - if you get auto close to work you earned yourself a donation! Cheers

[@Model3dude]

HEY TESLA... Are you listening? Great video! Just ordered a set for both my cars.

[@ddiannit]

Which link did you use to order? I used these ones and the frunk would release but would not open. amzn.to/2KKgI1W Little shorter

[@Reactitup]

my M3 gets here next weekend. I'm so excited

[@ec92009y]

Just did this on my car. Sooo easy. The hard part is getting the replacement struts (and wait for them). Works GREAT. Thank you, thank you.

[@chickenbloodmachine]

Great tip thanks. Worked like a charm! I’m going to try your trunk fix next.

[@jbrohard]

Wow! I literally did it in 5 minutes and it works great. Thank you!

[@ariip]

I just spoke to strongarm. Amazon has a long lead time to get it. Strongarm sells the exact same product through other retailers some with a different brand name. You can get it through amazon sooner as part 6304. The pr at the end is only the 2 pack deal. At autozone it is sold under the name of Mightylift part number e95327, At napa it is under the name Turbo Lift part 8196271, and at Advance auto it is under the same name Strongarm part e6304.

[@_21hemoon]

Hello Ari, thanks for all the detailed information. I found it on Autozone but there I'm missing specs. I'm from Germany and shipping and customs will cost a fortune. Therefore I'd need to find a strap here in GER which might fit. Is there any information on the power lift in newtonmeter or anything similiar I can work with? Jeep Cherokee has so many models and there are so rare back here, so without any specifics on the car (model year etc) it won't help either. :(

[@JCNY006]

Spent $22 for this mod, works great. Thank you.

[@echo3347]

Now they are all sold out! lol That is a really cool idea and a lot more simple to do than I would have thought!

[@i1Tesla]

Fixed the link amzn.to/2Omt4Q1

[@alitofts]

Any updates on the durability or any problems since you installed these? Looking to install them in the near future. Thanks!

[@grouponful]

Best tesla video on KZbin so far! Great job!👏👏👏

[@tylerle8568]

Hey Brian - How are the struts working out for you after 3 yrs? Still going strong? I'm considering 1 strut but sure if it's too much stress for one.

[@smokeystover6879]

Just installed mine and it works great-super easy to install with a flat end screwdriver. Thanks for the video!

[@spike4311]

It's like magic! Just purchased some

[@TRYtoHELPyou]

Yes sir... It is a good plug-in replacement. And those struts are too!

[@ambitiousidiot9799]

Just don't do what i did and install them the wrong side up. (Hence, my name) a. The hood wobbled like crazy and I'm sure i bent it on the right side. b. Two struts' knobs broke (One came loose and another's "knob handle" broke off completely.) c. I lost $20.47. d. I scratched my car with the screwdriver because the pressure on the knobs were amplified. In short, INSTALL GAS CHAMBER UP! Extra notes: It was late at night and I just wanted to get over it, I also highly anticipated this since this video was released. I also had ordered the Century Springs, not going to return a $6 item to newegg. I had the idea of taking the strut knobs off the factory struts, but then I decided that I should probably not risk climbing down lower in the intelligence ladder. I know, I'm stupid just want to let people know to be careful, regardless of the same mistake. It was my stupid mistake, this is still a cool idea. Mine was made in Turkey if anyone was wondering... I read reviews that the USA versions had better luck and integrity.

[@thomaslbaron]

Great video. I ordered the Frunk struts and installed them as directed in the Frunk installation video. However every other time, I open it, it sometimes take 10 seconds to open fully. It opens like it did in the old days, just a few inches, while slowly continues to open another inch before it finally opens all the way up fast. When I try again shorty after, it opens up perfectly and fast. The slow part typical happens if I havent used the frunk for a few days. Any suggestions on how to make it open fully every time? Do the struts need oil or something?

[@utcman]

Great video as always! Look forward every day for your newest venture!

[@gordontyler9317]

Wow. Great hack. Ordered a pair for my future car. Thanks for being brave again!

[@zeeryos102]

My favorite Tesla KZbinr. Thanks Brian! So I did install the strut you've recommended and its awesome! Just one observation, I left one side stock strut and on the other side the new strut and I discovered that the Frunk has almost no tension when closing and still opens perfectly and much smother.. Try it! :)

[@tylerle8568]

Hey Zeeryos - How is the 1 strut working out for you after 2 yrs? Still going strong? I'm considering 1 strut but sure if it's too much stress for one.

[@asurvival1]

Another fine video, thanks for the ideas, cant wait to get mine.

[@d7mysterio7]

Brother I love this video. I love that solution for the Frunk

[@ccjw33]

Great video. I am curious if there is struck that will open frunk slower? Thank you.

[@richards733]

If you were putting in new struts today for your model 3 front & rear, which one's to you suggest I get?

[@walterclark3274]

Genius! This is amazing! I wish I could send thousands of likes. Thank you for always thinking outside of the box!!! Keep it coming!

[@im4udevco]

Much appreciated. I ordered the set and it's now $18. Actually, I just checked again and it is currently unavailable. A clever idea to open the frunk.

[@knickz]

Thank you so much for the video! This is a fantastic mod. My struts just got in today and I installed them, but I noticed that the lid opens with a loud thudd at the end. Is that normal? Does this get better over time? It does feel more smooth on your video.

[@knickz]

I did see a comment in this thread about changing the orientation of the struts. I did get the wrong way the first time and now it's much better after changing orientation. Much better!

[@i1Tesla]

Mine was like that too until this. Check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGLCp3ycYpqebNE

[@jo.clemente]

Thank you very much for the idea and for this very explanatory video.

[@yoonbk1101]

Thats a simple and practical way! Thank you for always goooood information

[@bbradner78]

You’re a genius

[@jimfritz7066]

Brian, finally got around to installing this mod. Love it. So easy. My frowny face :-( is because Evannex stole your idea and is selling them for $45. Mine were $20 on Amazon. AND.....their installation demo reveals the blue sticker (now replaced with a black/white Evannex sticker) that is EXACTLY like mine that I bought from Amazon (using the link you provided) for less than half the price. I sure as hell hope you're getting a little sugar from them!!!! Thanks for all you do!!

[@i1Tesla]

Not from them. But Amazon link gets me a small kick back. I hope Evannex don't sell any.

[@mikeportugal915]

You’re awesome man. Thank you for coming up with this! Easiest mod for my M3! Still deciding if I want to try your trunk method too. Used different brand of shocks though (strong arm was unavailable) but worked just as great.

[@mikeportugal915]

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[@rileyraye1994]

Thanks for continuing to come up w/novel ideas to make Model 3 life better and for another vid. I was also wondering why Tesla didn't make the frunk and trunk openings motorized on the premium editionWith that said, I do worry about the stress on the aluminum and whether over time this will cause a problem. Keep up the great work

[@Snakesl7]

Nice! We finally have a delivery date for our Model 3. This could be our first mod!

[@cbrown1472]

Just installed these and they are awesome! Also being able to use it hands free with Hey Siri on my watch is amazing! Waiting for the Trunk ones from Amazon that are back ordered.

[@m3jokster]

@i1Tesla how many Newtons or Lbs are the strut rated at? there were two links amazon both are not Boxi brands . What brand struts did you use? There should be numbers on the strut. The stock hood struts are rated at 200N = 45lbs.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

What a great idea! I've seen someone change one rear shock to make if weaker, because he wanted to close the trunk more easily.

[@i1Tesla]

I saw that guy too. But I want it to open for me. First world problems

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

i1Tesla I’m picking up a Dual Motor Model 3, September-October 2018, because one motor just wasn’t enough for me! Now that’s a first world problem.

[@i1Tesla]

People are buying these up fast and Amazon keeps going out of stock. All these struts should be the right about the same length. The stock ones are 15 inches and the ones I installed are 14.5. Front Hood Gas Spring Struts Shocks Dampers amzn.to/2NpOa2Z

[@gatman9288]

i1Tesla, is there anything special about the StrongArm part you link to in this comment vs. the Beneges part you originally linked to or the BOXI part I reference in another comment? Wondering if you tried multiple "equivalent" struts and found that there were variations in the compression force? Or would you guess that any equivalent hood strut for Jeep GC 2005-2010 would work the same?

[@i1Tesla]

Same strut. The first link was bought on Amazon and the link now I picked up at Autozone. The same thing

[@fatboy19831]

Really.......an Cherokee part on the Tesla 3. My hat is off to you sir.

[@vincentpowell7797]

i1 Tesla. Nice, I'm gonna add it to my Performance Model 3 when delivered. I spoke with my Tesla rep in Chicago and upgraded to the Performance Model 3; however, they wouldn't let me use your referral code since I was upgrading after the free supercharging was announced and I had already placed the order. I agree, pretty stupid; it doesn't help you. Sorry!!! I really wanted to help you out.

[@vincentpowell7797]

i1 Tesla. I've put my referral code on fb in hopes of getting some referrals. I'd really like the power wall for my hm and help people with free supercharging. Any suggestions where else to post it since I don't have a You Tube channel?

[@kennethjones8683]

Comment removed - i1Tesla is aware. Love your videos - keep it up!

[@i1Tesla]

I'm not too worried about it. Someones always home. Our neighbors are great too, looking out for each other. Plus we have guns.

[@mgar61]

So Brian for the Tesla Frunk struts, when you hit the link, what comes up with your the struts is a notification that states, “Does Not Fit Your 2018 Tesla 3” Do I just ignore this or is it actually different from what you purchased back then? Marco

[@NINtendo72]

Great idea! Also, I just applied the matte screen protector. Thanks for the discount!

[@ramonsosa607]

Excellent, just ordered the struts from Amazon last night.

[@toryclawsonandstevenhoneym1583]

Great mod. Ordered mine and installed in 10 mins. However, they don't open the frunk first time, every time. It only opens all the way up once every 3 or 4 times. The hood pops every time and if I just touch the hood it lifts right up. And then it will open right up the next 5 times in a row but if I leave it for a couple of hours - again, frunk pops but does not lift all the way up. I have changed to the lighter hood spring as well. Maybe I have a defective strut? Any ideas on how to fix?

[@kraiggustafson63]

Did mine today....works like a charm. Thank you!

[@MartijnGonlag]

Just got the struts you listed in the description and installed them on my Model 3 Performance. When it gets to the last bit, where the hood shakes back and forth a little, the sockets move left and right and cause a clunk on the metal. I don't hear this happening on yours. I definitely popped the sockets in correctly. Any idea?

[@kolasinski]

I'm curious: Without the strut modification, if you popped the latch (and the hood stays low, but just the catch released) would you normally just lift the hood, or like traditional cars is there a secondary latch that you have to put your fingers between and slide so it releases the secondary latch? I'm curious because in most cars, the secondary latch catch is there to prevent the hood from popping open in a collision or an accidental pull of the latch release mechanism in the passenger compartment? I wonder if/how Tesla can get around the need for this secondary mechanism

[@rayhend100]

Thanks for all the info, Brian! I used your referral code to purchase my Performance Model 3 with Performance upgrade (best car I’ve ever owned!), and, also fitted my frunk with the gas shocks at your recommendation for this hack. You are the MAN!!!!

[@i1Tesla]

Thank you and congrats on the amazing car

[@derrickludwig]

I bow to the Frunk master..... nice !!!!

[@barjohn007]

I tried this with two different struts, one set from Amazon and one set that exactly matched yours. The problem is my hood went from perfectly smooth match to a slight bow raising the edge a bit about a third of the way down from windshield. I think it puts too much pressure on the hood in my case. Trunk ones worked well once I was able to get the springs which was difficult. Thanks for the work. Maybe you can suggest a set that doesn't put quite as much force on the hood.

[@josh_m]

Very elegant and simple solution! Would love for the frunk to also close on its own. Curious if you know how much force would be required for this to work on the Model S hood (and which strut).

[@Mmcinenrny]

Also interested to know which strut for 2013 Model S

[@TeslaSocial]

My local auto parts stores only have mighty lift brand and no cross reference. Do you have the year for the Cherokee so I can look it up at the local store? Thanks!

[@i1Tesla]

Click the link in the description and it will tell you everything or just order it on Amazon with the link

[@jasonhunter6125]

is the frunk protected from weather? Can I put electronics in there, or a speaker without it breaking?

[@drkwoods]

Mine is opening way way too violently!! What are the specs on the struts? I need less lift

[@PranavRajagopal]

It doesn't void the warranty though, right?

[@jkfit77]

Great video.i did this install yesterday nand works perfectly.. thanks again for all your hard work w these videos..

[@MetalClub]

Just did this in about 2 minutes thanks to your video. Thank you so much! Excellent content!

[@beautifulbellatheyorkie2799]

It took over 2 months to get them on Amazon but I finally got the struts for the frunk and popped them on. It was as easy as you described and they work beautifully. Thanks for the video. Hoping you find a solution for the trunk to pop up as well.

[@Tufflaw]

So it's been about 5 months since you posted this, how is the frunk looking? Are they still working as they do in the video?

[@i1Tesla]

Funny thing is I just did a video on it kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKTbhHZpmLqGqJo

[@T0ny75]

Just what I was looking thank you 🙏

[@bobkatz24bit]

I can't find the link. Are these the AY-custom struts Amazon sells for $24.95?

[@robertoguzman8880]

Followed all your steps, bought all the parts you recommended but I noticed that the frunk would stall or just pop open, it doesn’t lift on its own sometimes. Any advise ?

[@michaelolivero5973]

The hood floats now rather than resting in the two rubber stoppers on the corners. This is why it’s probably flush now than before. You you should probably turn the stoppers so they make contact to the point of making the hood flush on its own for those who may want to make it flush without the new struts. Thanks for these videos.

[@ut4321]

That's a great modification! And very easy. Nice work, sir. I'd like to give our Model S's that same frunk capability.

[@i1Tesla]

I'm looking to find the right ones for my S too

[@Viccinelli]

Hey man where did u get your front end kit. I love the way it looks. That is a custom front end right? I'm waiting on my dual moter silver model 3..any day now!!

[@i1Tesla]

No it is the stock bumper

[@OurTeslaModelXJourney]

Great idea. When we got our X I was freaked out about having to touch the paint all the time to close the FRUNK. This doesn't get around that but would definitely improve the usability of the space. Now, if you can just figure out how to make the doors on the S and 3 self present like they do on the X we'll be all set! Our PM3 is enroute to Raleigh, and I just know I am going to walk up to it and stand there waiting for the door to open for me and wonder what's wrong. #SpoiledTeslaDiva your wife will appreciate that.

[@JoshuaBright83]

I was in the Charlotte showroom yesterday as it was on the way from beach. They mentioned someone took delivery of their 1st Performance M3 this past Saturday the 4th.

[@i1Tesla]

That is awesome. I hope they let me know.

[@rayhend100]

By the way, I used your referral code to get my Model 3 Performance! Lifetime unlimited supercharging! Thanks so much to you and Karen!

[@i1Tesla]

Congrats and thank you!

[@MrSpuzzz]

Very cool. Can it be done on the trunk too?

[@i1Tesla]

No because it would be way to hard to close the trunk. It is hard to close now

[@darelldd]

I'm curious as to which of those struts listed you actually used in the video? Surely you didn't test them all? I'm also curious to see what happens in the cold when you try this. The struts on all my cars slow WAAY down in the cold.

[@TheParagdesai]

@i1tesla. What is the tension? Are there similar struts available with slightly lower tension?

[@leonardsammarco7414]

Any ideas whether this concept will work for the Model X? Thanks.

[@BerntGranbacke]

Great!!! Added this to my wish list! Going to get it when I get the car.

[@jeremykirkwood699]

Whoop! 14$ on eBay and now I am rolling with auto frunk!

[@nayudusrini]

This is a great idea! Also I am thinking how about reducing the spring pressure for closure clasp? While closing the frunk we have to apply too much pressure which causing bending and we have to be careful and use two hands. Using 2 hands is really inconvenient. I am thinking, why can't we reduce the spring tension for that clasp making it easy to close. I am not see any point having so much tension for that clasp. Any plans to try that out and let us know how it works out?

[@i1Tesla]

I did close the frunk with one hand in the video and it was not that hard

[@nayudusrini]

Yes, we can close it, but at the risk of bending it if we do not do it in right place and careful. I think reducing clasp spring load allow us to drop it from 6 inches and close automatically or close it with very little pressure.

[@fernandocorredor5592]

Excellent, thanks for the video, what is the reference number for those gas struts?

[@i1Tesla]

Fixed the link amzn.to/2Omt4Q1

[@alitofts]

I noticed the amazon link you sent shows delivery in 1-3 months. Any other model strut you know will work?

[@challengerrtored]

I looked all over Amazon and could not find these. Can you provide the link or correct search words to find them? Thanks for the awesome tip here and in all of your videos.

[@i1Tesla]

Try these. They are going fast Front Hood Gas Spring Struts Shocks Dampers amzn.to/2OnUV29 amzn.to/2AWKctK amzn.to/2vqtMof amzn.to/2KKgI1W Little shorter amzn.to/2M3VoKj amzn.to/2MdDpAh

[@richman1688]

Went with eBay brand struts!! Big mistake!! They work and the hood pops up automatically without problem. However, the tension is 104.xx lbs which 2.xx lbs more than Strongarm 6304 and that led to the hood and the fenders not flat if you look side way. Go with what i1 recommended if planning to do this mod. I believe 100 - 102 lbs will be the best fit.

[@efuseakay]

How’s the hood holding up? I just watched your wiper vid and remembered these struts. Now that I have my car, I’m thinking about this. :)

[@i1Tesla]

Perfectly

[@MyEyesBled]

Hey i1Tesla, which make, model and length did you go with for this video? There are so many Amazon links, wish to know which exact hood lifts you bought? Thanks!

[@i1Tesla]

There is only one link in the description of the video for the struts. That is the one I used

[@MyEyesBled]

@@i1Tesla Thanks for the video & the info! So I'm thinking the one listed here on YT is 14.5" long, right? BTW ... your video is embedded on InsideEV's. This is what it says... note how many links there are: Video Description via i1Tesla on KZbin: "Model 3 Automatic Frunk #Tesla Poppin Frunks Changed out the gas struts in the frunk to some stronger ones to make the frunk open up all the way by itself. For less than $20 on Amazon, you can easily replace them and make yours do the same. People are buying these up fast and Amazon keeps going out of stock. All these struts should be the right about the same length. The stock ones are 15 inches and the ones I installed are 14.5. Front Hood Gas Spring Struts Shocks Dampers amzn.to/2OnUV29 amzn.to/2AWKctK amzn.to/2vqtMof amzn.to/2KKgI1W Little shorter amzn.to/2M3VoKj amzn.to/2MdDpAh

[@i1Tesla]

Yes when the video went wild everyone was buying up all the stock on Amazon. So I was trying to find other ones that would work. Some people got the wrong ones so I just added the ones I have on my car in the description

[@MrVvrfly]

Brian I got mine using the link provided. I got the ones that have extended length as 12 inches and it does not fit. Has some thing changed? Appreciate if you can can provide update. I am returning the ones I got.

[@i1Tesla]

They must have sent the wrong ones. Send them back

[@MrVvrfly]

i1Tesla is the link correct?

[@i1Tesla]

Yes

[@malcolmp5245]

Great work. Please could you give the link to the strut you used. Too many strut options. Thanks

[@i1Tesla]

The ones I used are sold out. Everyone bought them up quickly. Any of those should work just fine

[@hammertimee777]

Because the stock hood is made from very thin light weight aluminum with very little bracing, i feel like it's bending the hood a little when a stronger strut is installed. Maybe something a little stronger than stock is fine, but nothing too strong.

[@Vam1500]

You removed the Tesla hood emblem and did a white chrome delete on the door handles?

[@KPhan]

I just installed mine. Thanks Brian!

[@tytong5899]

I'm confused by the installation. In the video it shows the pressurized part on the hood side but from factory its on the body side. Are there any adverse effects on the orientation of the strut?

[@i1Tesla]

It wont make a difference. Mine where put on the same way I too them off

[@EsenbekAliev_]

How do you choose a proper strut replacement ? I want it in my MS but have no idea how I should choose those struts... is it by weight or height ... don't know :(

[@barjohn007]

Why is it that the links seem to be missing from your videos? Trunk & Frunk don't have Amazon links for struts on either video.

[@MikeAIright]

Is the frunk sealed air tight?

[@HanySolh]

Hey I'm in the Charlotte area! I have my mid range ordered for delivery before the end of the year! Need a mid range?

[@joliver1981]

O..M..G.. this is a great tip! Definitely ordering these.

[@sleepwalker0335]

That's awesome. I'm going to get them. I dont have a use for the frunk but it's a cool feature to have.

[@realMysta]

I know this is like forever later but I just ordered my P3D and will be getting it from Charlotte - do you know if they get many in? Almost decided to get white interior instead. Still on the fence.

[@i1Tesla]

They might have a white on white P3D in stock. Very nice

[@realMysta]

@@i1Tesla That'd be awesome but double upgrades, estimator says Feb for current setup

[@realMysta]

@@i1Tesla Do you know do they carry the nema adapters in charlotte? Or should I just order online?

[@NickCreatesArt]

Quick question, when I typed my car name at the top of the page your provided, Amazon said it won't fit my 2018 Model 3. Why is that?