StrongArm 6748 Hatch Lift Support

StrongArm 6748 Lift Support Overview

StrongArm 6748 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 cylinder with a steel outer body and nylon-steel ball socket ends, it is engineered for smooth operation and consistent support.

For vehicles such as Honda Civic and similar applications that use this exact fitment, StrongArm 6748 provides a direct replacement option for worn gas struts. The part number 6748 is also referenced in OE-style replacement searches for dependable lift support service.

Key Features

• Specific-fit lift support for automotive hood, hatch, or liftgate use
• Extended length: 17.87 in.; compressed length: 11.37 in.
• Stroke length: 6.5 in. for controlled opening travel
• Maximum force rating: 101.0
• Steel outer cylinder with black finish
• Ball socket ends, 10 mm, nylon-steel construction
• Internal rebound spring: No
• Rubber and Teflon materials used in the assembly

Detailed Description

StrongArm 6748 is a pressurized lift support built to replace a worn hood, hatch, or rear glass strut with a direct-fit solution. Its 19.0 mm cylinder outside diameter, 8.0 mm inner shaft diameter, and 6.5 in. stroke length support controlled movement and stable hold-up performance. The steel outer cylinder and ball socket end design help maintain consistent operation in daily use.

This part number 6748 is listed as a specific fit and cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 819-8211 for the same application. It is commonly searched as a replacement lift support for Honda Civic hood or hatch service where the original support has lost pressure or no longer holds position.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood, hatch, or liftgate that drops after being opened
• Weak or slow-opening rear glass support
• Uneven or inconsistent lift assist
• Noise or binding from a worn gas strut
• Loss of hold-up force in daily-use access panels

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace lift supports in pairs to maintain balanced operation and reliable support. Before installation, confirm the ball socket style, 10 mm end fittings, and overall length match the original support on the vehicle. Verify the application against the vehicle’s existing lift support dimensions before service.

For fitment-focused searches, this part is used on specific Honda Civic applications and other listed vehicle matches for the same configuration. The part number 6748 should be matched to the original support specifications before installation.

Quality Assurance

StrongArm states that each lift support is custom engineered and manufactured beyond industry standards to support smoother operation and longer service life. The design is intended to deliver consistent performance in automotive lift support applications.