StrongArm 4850 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Reliable Hood Hold-Up

StrongArm 4850 is a specific-fit hood lift support engineered for stable hood positioning and smooth operation. Built with a steel outer cylinder, rubber and Teflon materials, and a 73.0 maximum force rating, it is made for direct replacement use on the correct application.

For vehicle owners searching for a hood lift support for StrongArm 4850, or a replacement hood strut for AMS Automotive 4850 cross-reference applications, this part is built to restore controlled hood movement on the proper make/model fitment.

Key Features

• Specific-fit hood lift support for the correct application
• Extended length: 31.85 in.; compressed length: 19.73 in.
• Stroke length: 12.12 in. for hood opening and support travel
• Steel outer cylinder with black finish
• Blade ends: .340 in. hole on End 1 and .325 in. hole on End 2
• Maximum force rating: 73.0
• Rubber and Teflon materials for internal wear resistance
• No internal rebound spring

Detailed Description

StrongArm 4850 is a pressurized hood lift support used to hold the hood in the open position and provide controlled lift and lowering. The specific-fit design helps ensure correct geometry for the intended vehicle application, while the steel cylinder construction supports consistent operation over time. This part number is commonly searched as StrongArm 4850 and also appears in cross-reference listings for AMS Automotive 4850.

Compatible With select vehicle applications in the hood support category, this part is a practical replacement when the original hood strut has lost pressure or no longer holds the hood securely. It is a direct-fit style solution for drivers looking for a hood lift support for StrongArm 4850 on the correct make/model application, including Honda Civic search queries where this part number is referenced.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that will not stay open
• Slow or weak hood lift action
• Hood dropping unexpectedly during service
• Uneven or inconsistent hood support
• Worn or leaking gas strut performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace hood lift supports in pairs when the vehicle uses matching supports on both sides, so hood movement remains balanced and secure. Before installation, confirm the end fittings, compressed length, extended length, and force rating match the original part. Verify the vehicle application by make, model, and position before ordering StrongArm 4850.

Fits only the confirmed application listed for this part number; use the vehicle-specific fitment data to match the correct hood position. For Honda Civic owners searching by part number, StrongArm 4850 should be matched to the exact hood support application before installation.

Quality Assurance

StrongArm states that each lift support is custom engineered and manufactured beyond industry standards to deliver smoother operation and longer service life. The design focus is on dependable hood support and consistent performance for the intended application.