Later, when I added the rack on on top I started using it to lift the lid. Until I did this I seriously considered putting a handle on the lid to lift it open. There's enough force in the spring as it wants to straighten out to lift the lid enough to get my fingers under the edge and lift it when I pull the latch. I also had the first version when they were sold with 3 magnets on each side.
I traveled about 8,000 miles with my Magic Mirrors and never had a problem with the gauges. When I close and latch the lid the spring between the catches is pushed upward by the block on the trunk ledge. The Magic Mirrors have strong magnets and you will not have to worry about your cover causing the mirrors to come loose. Here are a couple of pics of what I did so the lid would pop open some when the latch is pulled. The strut actually helps to keep the lid closed. When the lid is closed the connection of the strut to the lid is either at or slightly forward of the centerline between the lid hinge pivot point and the bottom mount of the strut. Mike is looking into some possibilities for me.
Lamonster confirms that the Magic Mirrors were never designed for the ST. The reason is the way the linkage is designed. I'll keep a close eye on it, and probably order replacement from CCP soon enough. Safecracker, is this strut strong enough to open the trunk as soon as you pull the latch?I'm not Safecracker but I'll answer! No strut will pop the lid open when you pull the latch.
