I need to order some part but can't get the part numbers.

I am looking for the 2 hatch shocks struts. mine are shot and the hatch doesn't stay up anymore.

Thanks

i would like the same!

what i think i will do is just take the shocks out and see if i can find a matching kind that will work too.

51248230070 (for hatches w/ motorized wiper and spoiler)
51248206652 standard hatch

I just ordered a set (51248230070) for ~$30/each for the rear hatch through KOperformance. Make sure to order qty 2, as they're not sold in pairs *lame*:rolleyes

Hope this helps :)

Do some searching at www.318ti.org and you should find a thread about a cheaper alternative to the BMW hatch strut.

here go to www.realoem.com (http://www.realoem.com) i use that website to get all my part numbers peace

Cheap alternative:
http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=13422

Cheap alternative:
http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=16231

Item#6 in this diagram:
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=CG73&mospid=47506&btnr=41_0860&hg=41&fg=60

from Tischer's site (MileOne)

51248230070 List $35.45 Net $28.36
Body hardware - Liftgate - Lift cylinder
Lift cylinder, 318ti, w/rear wiper 1996 - 1999

vs. the Aerostar strut: Strong arm part# 4784 ~$23 each?