So, I bought a new gas strut for the seat bar.and of course it was faulty (way to weak). I sent it back and got another. This time it is so strong I can't compress it probably 3/8" enough to get it on both ball ends even in the full up bar position. It's in such an awkward place that I can't get a tool in there to help. The dang cage appears to be riveted on making it worse. I don't want to have to drag this whole thing 60 miles to get one end of a ball fitting on.
Wishful thinking? I guess what I need is some suggestions from someone who has actually fixed this.