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StrongArm 6481 Hood Lift Support
| Brand | StrongArm 6481 |
|---|---|
| Compressed Length | 8.32 |
| Cylinder Outside Diameter | 18.0 |
| End 1 Type | Ball Socket (Nylon - Steel) 10mm |
| End 2 Type | Ball Socket (Nylon - Steel) 10mm |
| Extended Length | 12.32 |
| Inner Shaft Diameter | 8.0 |
| Internal Rebound Spring | No |
| Materials | Rubber |
| Materials | Teflon |
| Maximum Force | 75.0 |
| Outer Cylinder Color | Black |
| Outer Cylinder Material | Steel |
| Stroke Length | 4.0 |
| Universal Or Specific Fit | Specific |
| Fits | BMW · 41 vehicles |
Specific fit. Custom engineered for a precise replacement.
Steel cylinder. Durable construction with a black finish.
Smooth operation. Built for reliable, longer-lasting support.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 6481, 51 23 7 008 745 and 819-6227 for the same application. See all 7.
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BMW Hood Lift Support for Reliable Hood Hold
StrongArm 6481 is a specific-fit hood lift support engineered for select BMW applications. It uses a pressurized cylinder design to help hold the hood open with smooth, controlled movement and consistent support.
Key Features
- Specific-fit hood lift support for select BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, and M5 applications
- Pressurized cylinder construction for smooth hood operation
- Black steel outer cylinder with rubber and Teflon materials
- Ball socket ends with 10 mm nylon-steel fittings on both ends
- 8.32 in. compressed length, 12.32 in. extended length, and 4.0 in. stroke
- Maximum force rating of 75.0
- StrongArm 6481 cross-references AMS Automotive 6481 for the same application
Detailed Description
StrongArm 6481 hood lift support is built for direct replacement on compatible BMW models, including the 2004-2009 BMW 525i, 2004-2007 BMW 530i, 2004-2006 BMW 545i, 2006-2010 BMW 550i, 2006-2010 BMW M5, 2006-2007 BMW 525xi, 2006-2007 BMW 530xi, 2006-2007 BMW 650i, 2008 BMW 528xi, 2008 BMW 535xi, 2008-2010 BMW 528i, 2008-2010 BMW 535i, 2009-2010 BMW 528i xDrive, and 2009-2010 BMW 535i xDrive. This StrongArm 6481 hood lift support is custom engineered and manufactured to support smoother operation and longer service life than basic universal replacements.
What It Helps Solve
- Hood that will not stay open
- Weak or slow hood lift action
- Hood dropping unexpectedly during service
- Uneven hood support caused by worn gas struts
- Reduced control when opening or closing the hood
Installation Notes and Tips
Replace hood lift supports in pairs to maintain balanced, reliable hood support. Verify the vehicle application against the listed BMW fitment before installation, and confirm the ball socket end style and compressed/extended length match the original support.
Quality Assurance
StrongArm manufactures this lift support beyond industry standards for smoother operation and durable performance. It is a specific-fit replacement for the listed BMW applications and is built to match the original hood support geometry for proper function.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | BMW | 528i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2010 | BMW | 528i xDrive | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2010 | BMW | 535i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2010 | BMW | 535i xDrive | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2010 | BMW | 550i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2010 | BMW | M5 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | 525i | 2.5L | L6 | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | 528i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | 528i xDrive | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | 535i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | 535i xDrive | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | 550i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2009 | BMW | M5 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | 525i | 2.5L | L6 | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | 528i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | 528xi | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | 535i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | 535xi | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | 550i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2008 | BMW | M5 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | 525i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | 525xi | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | 530i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | 530xi | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | 550i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | 650i | 4.8L | V8 | N/A | — |
| 2007 | BMW | M5 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 525i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 525xi | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 530i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 530xi | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 545i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 550i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | 650i | 4.8L | V8 | N/A | — |
| 2006 | BMW | M5 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2005 | BMW | 525i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2005 | BMW | 530i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2005 | BMW | 545i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2004 | BMW | 525i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2004 | BMW | 530i | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2004 | BMW | 545i | — | — | N/A | — |
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