Hood Struts: Durable & Reliable Automotive Support

Hood Struts: Durable & Reliable Automotive Support

Hood struts replace worn-out or missing hood props with a gas-charged support that holds the hood open hands-free whenever you need engine access. They are a simple but practical upgrade that eliminates the frustration of a sagging hood prop while improving safety in the engine bay.

Popular Upgrades

Top-selling hood strut options include direct-fit replacement gas struts for popular trucks and SUVs that bolt to the factory mounting points, heavy-duty strut upgrades that provide more holding force than the OEM unit, and black anodized billet hood strut kits that provide a clean custom appearance under the hood.

How do I know if my hood struts are worn out?

A worn hood strut will no longer hold the hood fully open, slowly allowing the hood to drift downward while you work. In cold temperatures, a marginally functional strut may fail to lift the hood at all. If you notice the hood requiring the factory prop rod for support or not opening fully, the struts should be replaced.

Are hood struts vehicle-specific or universal?

Most hood struts in this collection are vehicle-specific, engineered to match the factory mounting location, stroke length, and gas charge of the original unit. Universal struts require custom brackets and are generally recommended only when a vehicle-specific option is not available for your make and model.

Browse related categories in our aftermarket hoods, exhaust systems, suspension upgrades collections.