StrongArm 6258 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Porsche and BMW

StrongArm 6258 is a specific-fit hood lift support engineered for select Porsche and BMW applications. It uses a pressurized cylinder design to hold the hood open with controlled movement and consistent support.

Built with a black steel outer cylinder, rubber and Teflon materials, and nylon 10mm ball socket ends, this StrongArm hood lift support is made for smooth operation and dependable hood positioning. It is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles such as the Porsche 718 Boxster, 718 Cayman, 718 Spyder, 911, Boxster, Cayman, and BMW Z4.

Key Features

• Part number: 6258
• Specific-fit hood lift support for select Porsche and BMW models
• Extended length: 26.43 in.; compressed length: 17.18 in.
• Stroke length: 9.25 in. for controlled hood travel
• Maximum force rating: 45.0
• Black steel outer cylinder for durable construction
• Nylon 10mm ball socket ends on both sides
• Rubber and Teflon materials for smoother movement
• No internal rebound spring

Detailed Description

StrongArm 6258 is a hood lift support built for direct replacement on select Porsche 718 Boxster, Porsche 718 Cayman, Porsche 718 Spyder, Porsche 911, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Cayman, and BMW Z4 applications. The pressurized cylinder design helps maintain steady hood support while allowing controlled opening and closing action. This part number 6258 is engineered to match the specified fitment and mounting style for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop C96258 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Hood drops after being opened
• Weak or inconsistent hood support
• Slow or uneven hood lift action
• Difficulty keeping the hood raised during service
• Worn gas strut performance on aging lift support hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application before ordering by matching the listed year, make, and model. For fitment, this part covers 2017-2024 Porsche 718 Boxster, 2017-2024 Porsche 718 Cayman, 2020-2023 Porsche 718 Spyder, 2012-2019 Porsche 911, 2013-2016 Porsche Boxster, 2014-2016 Porsche Cayman, and 2003-2008 BMW Z4.

Inspect the mounting points and ball socket condition before installation. The manufacturer recommends replacing lift supports in pairs to maintain safe, reliable hood support.

Quality Assurance

StrongArm custom engineers its lift supports and manufactures them beyond industry standards to support smoother operation and longer service life. Part 6258 is built as a specific-fit replacement for the listed Porsche and BMW applications.