StrongArm 6493 Hatch Lift Support

StrongArm 6493 Lift Support Overview

StrongArm 6493 is a specific-fit lift support for automotive hood, hatch, or rear glass applications that need controlled opening and steady hold-up performance. Built as a pressurized gas cylinder with a steel outer body and nylon ball socket ends, it is engineered for smooth operation and consistent support.

For vehicle owners searching for a hood lift support for Honda Civic or a hatch lift support for Toyota Corolla, StrongArm 6493 provides a direct replacement option with application-specific dimensions and force rating.

Key Features

• Specific-fit lift support for automotive hood, hatch, and liftgate applications
• Extended length: 21.25 in.; compressed length: 14.0 in.
• Stroke length: 7.25 in. for controlled opening travel
• Maximum force: 120.0 for steady support
• Steel outer cylinder with black finish
• Nylon 10 mm ball socket ends on both sides
• Rubber and Teflon materials used in the support construction

Detailed Description

StrongArm 6493 is a replacement lift support engineered for direct-fit automotive use where a worn gas strut no longer holds a hood, hatch, or rear glass in the open position. The 19.0 mm cylinder outside diameter and 8.0 mm inner shaft diameter support stable movement, while the 7.25-inch stroke helps deliver consistent opening and closing action. This part number 6493 is built to meet the demands of daily use and is listed with cross-reference applications including BBB Industries 6493 and Perfection 900031. It is also referenced by aftermarket numbers 819-8137, D6493, and D96493 for the same application.

Compatible With select Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications where the vehicle-specific lift support matches the listed dimensions and end fittings. Search terms such as StrongArm 6493 hood strut, hatch lift support, and rear window glass support help identify the correct replacement for the original gas spring.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood, hatch, or liftgate that drops instead of staying open
• Slow or uneven opening action from a worn gas strut
• Loss of support pressure in the original lift support
• Rear glass or hatch that no longer holds position securely
• Noise or binding caused by a fatigued support cylinder

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace lift supports in pairs to maintain balanced operation and reliable hold-up performance. Verify compressed length, extended length, stroke, end type, and force rating against the original part before installation. Confirm the 10 mm nylon ball socket ends match the vehicle mounting points, and support the hood, hatch, or liftgate before removing the old strut.

Quality Assurance

StrongArm lift supports are custom engineered and manufactured beyond industry standards for smoother operation and longer service life. Part number 6493 is built as a direct replacement style component for specific applications and is backed by StrongArm manufacturing quality standards.