I installed my MeanSling hood lift assist this weekend, and wanted to give it a big thumbs up. Once installed, you will ask why Polaris ships a SS without the lift installed.
Install was VERY easy, a few bolts, and one hole to drill. Don't let the hole scare you, it is obvious where it goes when following directions. Probably took me 30 minutes, about 10 to actually install, maybe 20 for the paint to dry (you touch up the drilled hole to prevent rust). EASY
The lift takes away allot of the force/pull previously required to raise the hood. My gut, the hood is now much less likely to crack or be damaged in opening. Very happy with product.
I know the lift is mentioned in a thread on the Mean Sling top, wanted to give the lift its own mention....