FCS 84830 Hood Lift Support

FCS Hood Lift Support for Buick Reatta

Replace a worn hood strut with the FCS Hood Lift Support, part number 84830, for direct-fit service on 1988-1991 Buick Reatta models. This hood lift support is built around the listed compressed length of 15.75 inches, extended length of 28.03 inches, and 12.28 inches of stroke to match the hood travel required for the application.

Key Features

• Fits 1988-1991 Buick Reatta, N/A
• FCS part number 84830 for application-specific lookup
• Compressed length: 15.75 inches
• Extended length: 28.03 inches
• Stroke length: 12.28 inches
• Hood lift support for controlled hood opening and holding

Detailed Description

FCS 84830 is a hood lift support for the Buick Reatta, covering 1988, 1989, 1990, and 1991 model years. The dimensional specs are important for proper hood support function: the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length define how the support fits and operates through the hood’s opening range. For buyers searching for a 1988-1991 Buick Reatta hood lift support or FCS 84830 hood strut replacement, this part is listed for the exact vehicle application shown here.

FCS is the brand line identified for this product, and this part is cataloged specifically as a hood lift support in the Body > Hood category. If you are replacing a weak or failed hood support on a Buick Reatta, part number 84830 provides a direct reference for fitment-based ordering.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that will not stay open
• Slow or uneven hood lift action
• Loss of support from a worn gas strut
• Need for a direct replacement hood support on a Buick Reatta
• Difficulty accessing the engine bay safely

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against FCS 84830 before installation. Confirm fitment for 1988-1991 Buick Reatta, N/A, and compare the mounting points and hood travel to the removed part. When replacing a hood lift support, support the hood securely during service and inspect the attachment points for wear before installing the new unit.

Quality Assurance

This FCS hood lift support is cataloged for a specific vehicle application and dimensional fit. Part number 84830 is listed for 1988-1991 Buick Reatta models, helping buyers match the correct hood support by vehicle and size specifications.