Volkswagen LT Bonnet Strut Replacement Parts
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Fitment questions
Does the Volkswagen LT actually have a bonnet strut, or does it use a prop rod?
The Volkswagen LT (both the first generation LT1, produced 1975–1996, and the second generation LT2, produced 1996–2006) uses a traditional bonnet prop rod rather than a gas-filled strut to hold the bonnet open. There is no bonnet strut fitted to any variant of the LT regardless of engine, body length, or roof height. If your bonnet is not staying up, you likely need a replacement prop rod, bonnet hinge, or possibly a bonnet stay clip — a good breaker will be able to advise which component has failed.
I searched for a bonnet strut for my LT46 — why can't I find one listed anywhere?
Because no variant of the Volkswagen LT, including the LT46, was ever fitted with a gas bonnet strut from the factory — the bonnet is held open by a metal prop rod, so struts simply do not exist for this vehicle. The LT46 designation refers to the gross vehicle weight rating rather than a different body or trim specification, and all LT models share the same prop-rod bonnet arrangement. You should search instead for a bonnet prop rod or bonnet stay for the LT generation that matches your registration year.
Does it matter whether my LT is the early or late generation when looking for a bonnet prop rod?
Yes, generation does matter — the LT1 (1975–1996) and the LT2 (1996–2006) have different front-end designs, so the bonnet and its associated prop rod are not the same between the two. Within each generation, the prop rod is generally shared across different wheelbases, roof heights, and engine options because the front-end structure is consistent across body variants. Always confirm the part against your vehicle's registration with the breaker to make sure you have the correct generation.
Will a bonnet prop rod from a short-wheelbase LT fit a long-wheelbase version?
Wheelbase does not affect the bonnet or its prop rod on the Volkswagen LT — the front-end structure, including the bonnet mechanism, is shared across short and long wheelbase variants within the same generation. So provided the part is from the correct generation (LT1 1975–1996, or LT2 1996–2006), the wheelbase of the donor vehicle is not a concern. Confirm the generation match with your breaker before purchasing.
Does the trim or engine specification of my LT affect which bonnet prop rod I need?
No — trim level and engine choice have no bearing on the bonnet prop rod for the Volkswagen LT, as the bonnet design is the same across all variants within a generation. Whether your LT is petrol or diesel, turbocharged or naturally aspirated, the prop rod is the same part. Simply match the generation to your registration year and the breaker should be able to supply the correct item.