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Hey guys, I want to install engine bay lighting, not for looks, but so that I can see under the hood at night. I want to have it simply hooked up to a manual switch, nothing fancy. Do any of you guys have any ideas on how to attach LED strips or something of the sort (I'm open to anything) to...

Has anyone installed or thought about installing hydraulic hood lifts? I just bought some from eBay. http://m.ebay.com/itm/Black-Strut-Hood-Shock-Lift-Gas-Damper-Kit-for-14-16-Toyota-Corolla-Altis-/221581942991 If anyone is interested, I'll post results here once they arrive.