I like the pull strap idea too. Easy-peasy.
There used to be straps on the hatches. I have an S hook on a rope for the wheelchair because I can’t reach the hatch. My van has a handhold in the plastic. I pull the hatch down and then reach up with my other hand.
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We did the strap on our minivan. I built my own, but Amazon sells them. You mount it partway up the door and don’t have to toss it in. Under $20.
Rear LIFTGATE Hatch Strap
Thank you. Can you take a picture of what you did? The consensus seems to be a strap. I appreciate all of your suggestions and advice.
My curiosity if piqued though on the shorter lift struts, but she insists she is fine with what she did. I’ll see how long that lasts though.
Good Grief , I think I understand why your mother solved her own problem . You are making this way to difficult . Sometimes it is best to just mind your own business until help is actually requested .
I also go with the others that the bumper hitch step is a really bad idea . It will be in the way and a really good way to have a bad fall onto hard pavement.
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@VOLVO_V70
You are making this way to difficult
Well said!
Here’s one for the 4 Runner, the 4th pix shows the application. I used
the end of an old dog leash, a washer and small lag bolt. I drilled a
hole thru the door panel (and metal) on the right side of the hatch.
Sorry, no pix of mine. That 1999 was probably scrapped many years ago.
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