DA1203 Rear Door Stay Kit w/ Gas Strut Defender

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The DA1203 rear door stay kit is a neat and easily installed gas strut kit that replaces the original mechanical door stopper on the Defender rear door. Anyone who has fought with the factory stopper knows the problem this solves, especially when a spare wheel is mounted to the door and adding extra weight and swing. The gas strut holds the rear door securely in the open position, even with a spare wheel fitted, and assists the opening motion itself for a smoother, more controlled swing rather than the door dropping open under its own weight. The kit comes complete with all fittings and instructions needed for installation, making it a straightforward upgrade for any Rover still running the original stopper setup. Fits: Defender - 2002 to 2016 Part Number: DA1203 FREE SHIPPING TO THE LOWER 48! No supersessions found. FAQ What does this kit replace? It replaces the original rear door stopper with a gas strut that holds the door open under control, rather than relying on the factory mechanical stop. Will this hold the door open with a spare wheel mounted? Yes. The gas strut is designed to hold the rear door securely in the open position even with a spare wheel fitted to the door, and it assists the opening swing as well. Does this kit include everything needed for installation? Yes. The DA1203 kit comes complete with the gas strut, mounting fittings, and instructions for a straightforward install.

Suppliers (1)

• Lucky8 Off Road

  DA1203 Rear Door Stay Kit w/ Gas Strut Defender · Orderable · stock unverified

  Checked Nov 5, 2026
  $208.91
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