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Stabilus 3B-033684 Hood Lift Support
| Brand | Stabilus 3B-033684 |
|---|---|
| 0.315 | Y |
| Compressed Length | 12.677 |
| Compressed Length | 322 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| 12.677 | Y |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Extended Length | 21.378 |
| Extended Length | 543 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 310 |
| Force Lbs | 70 |
| Hardware Kit | No |
| Heavy Truck | N |
| High Performance | N |
| IndustrialOff Highway | N |
| Marine | N |
| Medium Truck | N |
| MotorCycleRV | N |
| NonVehicle Specific | N |
| Personal Watercraft | N |
| Rod Connection | Plastic socket |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 10 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | Plastic socket |
| Small Engine | N |
| Snowmobile | N |
| Fits | Chevrolet and Saturn · 11 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Direct-fit hood lift support for specified Astra applications.
Gas-charged design. Provides controlled hood movement and steady lift assistance.
Socket-end connection. Plastic socket attachments for a secure, application-specific fit.
Cross-references Stabilus 3B-033684, Tuff Support 611958 and 0751VV for the same application. See all 12.
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Hood Lift Support for Select Astra Models
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for direct hood support service on select Saturn and Chevrolet Astra applications. Part number 3B-033684 matches the specified fitment and uses a gas-charged design with plastic socket connections for a secure attachment.
Key Features
- Gas-charged hood lift support for controlled hood movement
- 310 N / 70 lb force rating for consistent support
- Plastic socket rod and tube connections
- Compressed length of 12.677 in. and extended length of 21.378 in.
- Stabilus part number 3B-033684
Detailed Description
Stabilus 3B-033684 is a hood lift support engineered to replace a worn or weak support on compatible Astra applications. The unit measures 12.677 inches compressed and 21.378 inches extended, with an 8 mm rod diameter and 18 mm tube diameter. Its 310 N force rating helps hold the hood in the open position with controlled movement during service.
Compatible With 2008-2009 Saturn Astra and 2000-2008 Chevrolet Astra, this hood support is a fitment-specific replacement for vehicles that use the listed dimensions and socket-style ends. The Stabilus 3B-033684 is a practical choice when the original support no longer maintains lift or drops too quickly.
What It Is Used For
- Restoring hood support when the hood will not stay open
- Replacing a weak or leaking gas strut
- Reducing sudden hood drop during inspection or maintenance
- Correcting uneven or inconsistent hood lift effort
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify compressed length, extended length, force rating, and socket connection style before installation. Compare the existing support to the listed dimensions and attachment type to confirm proper fit. For best results, replace supports in matched condition when the hood feels uneven or the lift effort has changed noticeably.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized supplier of gas spring and lift support components, and this part number 3B-033684 is built to the listed specifications for fitment-specific replacement use.
| Year | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Saturn | Astra | — |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2008 | Saturn | Astra | — |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Astra | — |
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