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How To Remove Inner Spring from Outer Spring on Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist  

Updated 11/01/2022 | Published 10/31/2022

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How do I get the smaller spring attached without cutting the large spring off? The end of the smaller will not come out enough to clear the end of the big spring.

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According to the instructions for the Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist part # GL1, you must cut the big outer spring to remove the small inner spring. I have attached an excerpt from the instruction manual below which states this. I have also linked the rest of the instructions below as well if you'd like to take a look for yourself.

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How To Remove Inner Spring from Outer Spring on Gorilla-Lift Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist
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