FCS 86330 Hood Lift Support

FCS Hood Lift Support for Corvette

Restore controlled hood movement on your Chevrolet Corvette with the FCS 86330 hood lift support. This gas-charged support is sized for the 2005-2013 Corvette application and is specified by compressed length, extended length, and stroke to match the hood’s opening and closing travel.

Key Features

• Fits 2005-2013 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A
• Compressed length: 11.26 in.
• Extended length: 15.28 in.
• Stroke length: 4.02 in.
• FCS part number 86330 for direct application lookup
• Body > Hood replacement support for hood lift function

Product Details

The FCS 86330 hood lift support is built around the dimensional requirements of the Corvette hood application, with an 11.26-inch compressed length, 15.28-inch extended length, and 4.02-inch stroke length. Those measurements are the key fitment points for maintaining proper hood lift and controlled lowering on the Chevrolet Corvette. If you are searching for a hood lift support for 2005-2013 Chevrolet Corvette models, FCS 86330 is the cataloged match for this application.

FCS is the brand line identified for this part, and this listing is focused on the specific hood support application rather than a broader product family. Use the part number 86330 when verifying the correct hood lift support for your Corvette, especially when comparing replacement options by length and stroke.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood lift effort
• Reduced hood support travel due to gas strut wear
• Need for a direct replacement hood lift support on a Chevrolet Corvette
• Difficulty matching the correct support length for the hood opening cycle

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and stroke before replacement. Compare the mounting points and hood travel on the vehicle to the listed dimensions for FCS 86330. For best results, replace a worn support when hood lift force begins to fade or when the hood no longer stays open securely.

Quality Assurance

FCS 86330 is cataloged as a direct-fit hood lift support for the listed Chevrolet Corvette applications. Verify fitment by year, model, and the published dimensional specifications before installation.