Posted for "Larry Henney" <LHenney@attg.net>:

Scott,

I've not seen gas struts attached at the longeron.  The AL bracket
technique works well.  If you need a pic let me know.  As far as strengthening the longeron ask Lancair.  They're always
willing to give a BID schedule for repairs and such.  Good Luck.

Larry
N360LH (fwd hinged)