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StrongArm 4451 Back Glass Lift Support
| Brand | StrongArm 4451 |
|---|---|
| Compressed Length | 11.39 |
| Cylinder Outside Diameter | 19.0 |
| End 1 Type | Ball Socket (Nylon, Elec.) |
| End 2 Type | Ball Socket (Nylon, Elec.) |
| Extended Length | 18.0 |
| Inner Shaft Diameter | 8.0 |
| Materials | Rubber |
| Materials | Teflon |
| Maximum Force | 38.0 |
| Outer Cylinder Color | Black |
| Outer Cylinder Material | Steel |
| Stroke Length | 6.61 |
| Universal Or Specific Fit | Specific |
| Fits | Chevrolet, GMC, and Oldsmobile · 38 vehicles |
Specific fit. Custom engineered for a precise replacement.
Steel cylinder. Built with a black steel body for durable support.
Smooth operation. Manufactured beyond industry standards for longer-lasting performance.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 4451, 510-573 and 819-5387 for the same application. See all 7.
StrongArm 4451 Back Glass Lift Support
StrongArm 4451 is a specific-fit back glass lift support for rear window glass applications on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Oldsmobile vehicles. It uses a pressurized cylinder design to provide controlled rear glass movement and stable support for the hatch or back glass area.
Key Features
- Specific-fit back glass lift support for rear window glass applications
- Extended length: 18.0 in; compressed length: 11.39 in
- Stroke length: 6.61 in for controlled opening and closing travel
- Maximum force rating: 38.0
- Steel outer cylinder with black finish
- Ball socket ends with nylon/electrical-style fittings on both ends
- Rubber and Teflon materials for smooth operation and wear resistance
Fitment Details
- Fits 1983-1994 Chevrolet S10 Blazer, rear glass applications with rear defrosters.
- Fits 1983-1994 GMC Jimmy, rear glass applications with rear defrosters.
- Fits 1991-1994 Oldsmobile Bravada, rear glass applications with rear defrosters.
- Fits 1983-1991 GMC S15 Jimmy, rear glass applications with rear defrosters.
- Fits 1990 GMC S15, rear glass applications.
Detailed Description
StrongArm 4451 is engineered for rear glass support in vehicles that use a pressurized lift support to hold the back window in position. The specific-fit design helps maintain proper alignment and consistent operation on applications such as the Chevrolet S10 Blazer, GMC Jimmy, Oldsmobile Bravada, and GMC S15 models listed above. This part number, 4451, is built with a steel outer cylinder, ball socket ends, and internal materials selected for smooth, repeatable movement.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.
What It Helps Solve
- Rear glass that will not stay open
- Weak or slow lift support movement
- Uneven or inconsistent back glass operation
- Loss of support at the hatch or rear window glass
- Wear-related replacement needs on aging lift support hardware
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s rear glass application and rear defroster configuration before ordering. Confirm the existing support’s extended length, compressed length, and end style match the replacement part number 4451. For proper operation and balanced support, replace lift supports in pairs when servicing the rear glass system.
Quality Assurance
StrongArm lift supports are custom engineered and manufactured to exceed typical industry standards for smoother operation and longer service life. Part 4451 is built for specific-fit rear glass applications and is backed by StrongArm’s manufacturing quality focus.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1994 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1994 | Oldsmobile | Bravada | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1993 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1993 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1993 | Oldsmobile | Bravada | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1992 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1992 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1992 | Oldsmobile | Bravada | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1991 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1991 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1991 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1991 | Oldsmobile | Bravada | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1990 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1990 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1990 | GMC | S15 | High Sierra | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 1990 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1989 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1989 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1988 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1988 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1987 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1987 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1986 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1985 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1985 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1984 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1984 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1983 | GMC | Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
| 1983 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | — | — | N/A | Fits vehicles with Rear Defrosters |
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