FCS 84330 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Porsche 944 and 968

Restore controlled hood or rear hatch movement with this FCS hood lift support, part number 84330. It is built to match the specified compressed length of 8.66 inches, extended length of 14.57 inches, and 5.91 inches of stroke for proper support travel on the listed Porsche applications.

Compatible with Porsche 968 hatch lift support applications and Porsche 944 rear hood applications, FCS 84330 is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles that need consistent opening and holding performance. The FCS line focuses on application-specific replacement support components for body hardware service.

Key Features

• Compressed length: 8.66 inches
• Extended length: 14.57 inches
• Stroke length: 5.91 inches
• Fits 1992-1995 Porsche 968, N/A, for hatch lift support
• Fits 1983-1991 Porsche 944, N/A, rear hood
• FCS part number 84330 for application-specific replacement

Detailed Description

FCS 84330 is a hood lift support engineered for the Porsche 944 and Porsche 968 body applications listed in the fitment data. The measured compressed, extended, and stroke dimensions are important for maintaining the correct opening arc and support force range, which helps the hood or hatch stay in position during service and everyday use. If you are searching for a Porsche 944 rear hood lift support or a Porsche 968 hatch lift support, this part number 84330 matches the documented vehicle coverage.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Weak or failing hood or hatch support
• Drooping rear hood on a Porsche 944
• Inconsistent lift or hold position on a Porsche 968 hatch
• Loss of proper support travel from worn gas strut hardware
• Difficulty keeping the hood open during inspection or maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and body application before installation. Compare the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to FCS 84330 to confirm the correct replacement. Inspect the mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before installing the new support.

Quality Assurance

FCS supplies application-specific replacement body support components for listed Porsche fitments. Part number 84330 is cataloged for the exact Porsche 944 and Porsche 968 applications shown above, supporting a direct replacement selection process.