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StrongArm Hood Lift Support-New

(13 reviews)
Part # E4478
1 yr replacement if defective
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Product Information

Product Details
Part No. E4478
Warranty Details (1 YR REPLACEMENT IF DEFECTIVE)
Lift supports are pressurized cylinders that are used to support hoods, hatches and rear window glass in automotive applications. Lift supports are also used in many non-automotive applications. Each Strongarm lift support is custom engineered, and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smoother operating, and longer lasting performance. Lift supports should be replaced in pairs to ensure safe, reliable support of your hood, hatch, or liftgate.

Product Features:
  • Exact fit original equipment design guarantees correct fit and function
  • Engineered and built to meet or exceed original equipment quality standards
  • Individually tested for performance and reliability
  • Hardened, nitride plated steel shaft provides optimal durability
  • Rubber O-ring piston seal prevents leakage for a controlled lift and consistent performance
  • Heavy gauge steel body is electrostatically painted and heat cured to OE specs
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly provides smooth operation and more reliable performance
  • Upper bushing is manufactured with quality precision providing exact fit and promotes longer operating life
  • No special installation tools required
Specifications
Body Connection Type:
Ball Socket (Nylon)

Compressed Length:
9.4 in

Cylinder Outside Diameter:
15 mm

End 1 Type:
Ball Socket 16 Deg.

End 2 Size:
8 mm

End 2 Type:
Ball Socket

Extended Length:
13.3

Heavy Duty:
N

Inner Shaft Diameter:
6 mm

Internal Rebound Spring:
No

Internal Spring:
No

Maximum Force:
83 lb

Outer Cylinder Color:
Black

Outer Cylinder Material:
Steel

Shaft Connection Type:
Ball Socket (Nylon)

Stroke:
3.9 in

Stroke Length:
3.9 in

Universal Or Specific Fit:
Specific
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4.31 out of 5
13 Customer Reviews
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
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Attractive
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Easy To Install
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Improves Down Force
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Cons
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Most Liked Positive Review
I would buy this product again.
I installed the lift supports on my f150. Installation was fairly easy, except for what seemed to be a slight misalignment of the lower end--the holes were at a slight angle to the mounting stubs on the fenders--so more force was needed to get them on. Once installed, the lifts worked great.I chose this particular product because it had the best warranty of all those that I checked out.
Most Liked Negative Review
I would purchase this part again.
Replaced 2 lift supports for the hood of a 2003 Ford Expedition 4.6 L V-8.
Reviewed by 13 Customers
exact fit..no problems
Verified Buyer -
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Works well
Verified Buyer -
Product worked well
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Ok
Verified Buyer -
Needs better instructions
Easy install.
Verified Buyer -
Good fit.
Perfect fit
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Perfect fit
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