{"product_id":"verin-gaz-capot-avant-sea-doo-269500261-gti-gtx-lrv-1997-2003","title":"Sea-Doo Front Hood Gas Shock – Ref. 269500261 – GTI GTX LRV 1997-2003","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe Sea-Doo front hood gas strut is the part that holds the front storage compartment lid open when accessing the watercraft. Without a functional strut, the hood will fall back down, posing a risk of injury and damage to internal parts. This aftermarket replacement part is compatible with the original OEM reference \u003cstrong\u003e269500261\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is recommended as soon as the front hood no longer stays open or if the original strut shows signs of leakage or deterioration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 269500261\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas strut \/ hood shock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New (aftermarket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.22 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulated substances:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct replacement, no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThis gas strut is compatible with the following Sea-Doo models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTI\u003c\/strong\u003e – 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTX\u003c\/strong\u003e – 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTX Limited\u003c\/strong\u003e – 1998, 1999\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTX DI\u003c\/strong\u003e – 2000, 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLRV\u003c\/strong\u003e – 2000, 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLRV DI\u003c\/strong\u003e – 2002, 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e⚠️ Always check your serial number (VIN) and the original OEM reference before ordering to confirm exact compatibility with your model.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Replace the Front Hood Gas Strut?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eA worn or faulty gas strut will no longer hold the front hood open, making access to the storage compartment dangerous and uncomfortable. Common symptoms of a defective strut are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFront hood falling down on its own when opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInsufficient or no resistance when opening the lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStrut visibly bent, cracked, or showing signs of leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAbnormal noise (clunking) when opening or closing the hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eWe recommend replacing this strut at the first signs of weakness, ideally during the pre-season service or after winterization, to ensure safe access to the front compartment of your Sea-Doo jet ski.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSee Also – Other Compatible Compartment \u0026amp; Body Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:10px;text-align:center;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sac-de-rangement-avant-sea-doo-295100835\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/5379\/9754\/files\/Sa3ca1e172fdd419694ba70d4a6c38c395.webp?v=1779392154\" alt=\"Sac de Rangement Avant Sea-Doo 295100835\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:220px;border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSea-Doo Front Storage Bag – Ref. 295100835\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:10px;text-align:center;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/boitier-tableau-de-bord-cache-compteur-sea-doo\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/5379\/9754\/files\/Abe58151c7ddc4afa94e1e9e0611b1fa7J.webp?v=1779303972\" alt=\"Boîtier Tableau de Bord \/ Cache Compteur Sea-Doo\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:220px;border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSea-Doo Dashboard Casing \/ Gauge Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"ROTAX tender parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62950308151626,"sku":"200007763:201336100","price":179.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/5379\/9754\/files\/Sa6cf36a81d3147678977b00e174b6969o.webp?v=1786652850","url":"https:\/\/rotaxtenderparts.com\/en\/products\/verin-gaz-capot-avant-sea-doo-269500261-gti-gtx-lrv-1997-2003","provider":"ROTAX tender parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}