FCS 84387 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Jaguar Applications

Restore controlled hood movement with this FCS hood lift support, part number 84387. Built to match the listed application dimensions, it measures 9.41 inches compressed, 15.71 inches extended, and provides a 6.3-inch stroke for consistent hood support on select Jaguar models.

Key Features

• FCS hood lift support, part number 84387
• Compressed length: 9.41 inches
• Extended length: 15.71 inches
• Stroke length: 6.3 inches
• Direct-fit body component for hood support service
• Compatible with select Jaguar XJ6, XJ12, and Vanden Plas applications

Fitment Details

• Fits 1990-1994 Jaguar Vanden Plas, N/A.
• Fits 1994 Jaguar XJ12, N/A.
• Fits 1988-1992 Jaguar XJ12, N/A.
• Fits 1988-1994 Jaguar XJ6, N/A.

This hood lift support is specified for Jaguar XJ6, Jaguar XJ12, and Jaguar Vanden Plas vehicles across the listed model years. The dimensional specs are important for maintaining proper hood travel, holding force, and alignment during opening and closing. If you are replacing a worn gas strut on a 1988-1994 Jaguar XJ6 or a 1988-1992 Jaguar XJ12, FCS 84387 provides the application-specific sizing needed for a proper service replacement.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood support
• Slow or uneven hood lift action
• Difficulty accessing the engine bay safely
• Worn gas strut performance on aging Jaguar body hardware

Installation Notes

Verify compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm the vehicle application by year and model, especially on Jaguar XJ6, XJ12, and Vanden Plas platforms. Inspect mounting points and surrounding hood hardware for wear or damage before replacing the support.

Quality Assurance

FCS 84387 is a dimension-specific replacement hood lift support for the listed Jaguar applications. It is cataloged for direct vehicle fitment by year and model, including 1988-1994 Jaguar XJ6 and related XJ12 and Vanden Plas coverage.