Speedster hatch spring replacement???

[To2d]

After my 6year old almost took her toes off my wife wants a new option to replace the spring that holds open the floor locker.

Has anyone done a gas strut like the ones for the rear hatch in its place?
If yes...What parts did you use? And how did it work out?

 

[Lumps]

I have deep and permanent scares on my ankles from that thing slamming down with my feet too close. I am interested in the response to you question