fitted mounts to the tub, foam rubber seal and 25mm square tube across the front for the rubber strip to fix to.(unfortunately i forgot to take photos before fitting the lid)
i've fitted the lid, gas struts, and rubber strip across the window to help seal the hinge.
the gas struts work perfectly.. https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10205625048172394
locking rods have been fitted to the actuators, i just need to make a catch on the tub, then connect them to the switch inside the cab..