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Stabilus 5B-578873 Hood Lift Support
| Brand | Stabilus 5B-578873 |
|---|---|
| Y | |
| Y | |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Compressed Length | 7.657 |
| Compressed Length | 194.5 |
| Extended Length | 11.594 |
| Extended Length | 294.5 |
| Force (N) | 315 |
| Force Lbs | 71 |
| Hardware Kit | NO |
| Rod Connection | PLASTIC SOCKET |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 10 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | PLASTIC SOCKET |
| Tube Connection | PLASTIC SOCKET |
| Tube Dia (IN) | 0.709 |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Tube End Attach Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Tube End Attach Dia (mm) | 10 |
| Fits | Porsche · 38 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Direct-fit hood lift support for straightforward installation.
Plastic socket ends. Secure attachment with a clean, factory-style connection.
315 N force. Provides controlled support for smooth hood opening and closing.
Cross-references Lesjofors 8069708, National 614178 and Stabilus 5B-578873 for the same application. See all 12.
Stabilus Hood Lift Support for Porsche Front Luggage
This Stabilus hood lift support restores controlled opening and holding force for the front luggage compartment on select Porsche models. Built to OE-style dimensions and a 315 N gas charge, part number 5B-578873 is a direct replacement for worn or weak front trunk struts.
Key Features
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 5B-578873
- Hood lift support for front luggage applications
- Force rating: 315 N / 71 lb
- Compressed length: 194.5 mm (7.657 in)
- Extended length: 294.5 mm (11.594 in)
- Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
- Tube diameter: 18 mm (0.709 in)
- Plastic socket rod and tube connections
- 10 mm end attachment diameter
Detailed Description
Stabilus 5B-578873 is a hood lift support engineered for Porsche front luggage compartments, including the 2013-2019 Porsche 911, 2013-2016 Porsche Boxster, 2014-2016 Porsche Cayman, 2017-2025 Porsche 718 Boxster, 2017-2025 Porsche 718 Cayman, and 2020-2024 Porsche 718 Spyder. It also fits the 2012 Porsche 911 New Body Style front luggage application. The compact compressed length and OE-style plastic socket connections help match the original mounting geometry and opening behavior.
This part cross-references National 614178 for the same application. Use part number 5B-578873 when searching for a replacement hood strut for Porsche 911 front luggage support or a Stabilus hood lift support for Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman models.
What It Helps Solve
- Weak or failing front trunk support
- Hood that drops instead of staying open
- Uneven or inconsistent lift effort
- Slow response when opening the front luggage lid
- Noise or reduced control from a worn gas strut
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the existing support’s compressed and extended lengths, force rating, and socket-style attachment before installation. Confirm the front luggage application on your Porsche 911, Boxster, Cayman, 718 Boxster, 718 Cayman, or 718 Spyder matches the listed fitment. Replace the support if the hood no longer stays open securely or if the original strut shows leakage, loss of pressure, or binding at the sockets.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to match the specified fitment and force requirements for the listed Porsche front luggage applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2025 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2024 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2024 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2024 | Porsche | 718 Spyder | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2023 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2023 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2023 | Porsche | 718 Spyder | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2022 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2022 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2022 | Porsche | 718 Spyder | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2021 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2021 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2021 | Porsche | 718 Spyder | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2020 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2020 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2020 | Porsche | 718 Spyder | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2019 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2019 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2019 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2018 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2018 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2018 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2017 | Porsche | 718 Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2017 | Porsche | 718 Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2017 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2016 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2016 | Porsche | Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2016 | Porsche | Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2015 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2015 | Porsche | Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2015 | Porsche | Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2014 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2014 | Porsche | Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2014 | Porsche | Cayman | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2013 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2013 | Porsche | Boxster | N/A | Front Luggage |
| 2012 | Porsche | 911 | N/A | New Body Style; Front Luggage |
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