StrongArm 4217L Toyota Camry Hood Lift Support (L) 1991-96, Pack of 1

by Strongarm

Product Features

• Exact fit, OE quality design ensures easy installation and precise operation
• No special installation tools required
• Rubber O-Ring piston seal forces the fluid efficiently through the valving components providing consistent performance
• Patented Multi-Lobe Seal makes gas springs more tolerant to vibration and temperature extremes
• Individually tested for performance and reliability

Product Details

View the installation instructions here [224kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 14.3 x 3 x 1 inches ; 12.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000ALBRJC
• Item model number: 4217L
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,165 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #11 in Automotive > Replacement Parts > Shocks, Struts & Suspension > Lift Supports

Product Description

StrongArm gas charged lift supports are custom engineered and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smooth operation and durability. The hardened chromium plated steel shaft is precision ground and polished for superior corrosion resistance and leak free sealing. The self cleaning piston assembly automatically opens during each compression cycle to keep the orifice clear of fluid contaminants and provide smoother operation and reliable performance. Most units also utilize StrongArm's patented temperature compensation module valve which ensures consistent operation even in extreme weather conditions. It does so by compensating for normal gas pressure changes caused by temperature variations. The metallic upper bushing is manufactured with bearing quality precision to provide exact fit with pistion rod and promote a long operating life.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple to install, works perfectly!, March 16, 2010

By 

Reid Cobier (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: StrongArm 4217L Toyota Camry Hood Lift Support (L) 1991-96, Pack of 1 (Misc.)

I ordered this and the comparable lift support for the right side of the hood of a 1993 Toyota Camry XLE V6. The pair arrived quickly and were appropriately packaged. Installation took about four minutes per side (if that) consisting of removing one bolt from the firewall, removing the other end from the stud attached to the hood (held in place by a spring clip), and then putting the new strut in place in the reverse order. In my car, the original firewall anchor on the left side (i.e. the driver's side) also had a place for a wire harness to clip onto, which was not available on the StrongArm replacement. So once everything is unbolted, you'll need to take the wire harness off of the original firewall anchor. If necessary, you can use a zip tie to hold the harness in place, or you can simply let the wire harness hang.

Now my hood stays up, and that's all there is to say. The lift supports have been in service for about a month with no signs of defects or any other problems. I'd buy these again.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, December 27, 2011

By 

H. Driscoll (Thousand Oaks, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: StrongArm 4217L Toyota Camry Hood Lift Support (L) 1991-96, Pack of 1 (Misc.)

I purchased the left and right supports. I have a 1994 6 cyl. Camry.

Installation was easier than easy. They fit and perform perfectly.

On the driver's (left) side I did have to drill out the two spot welds holding the wire harness bracket to the support bracket, but that only took a few minutes. Once the wire harness bracket was freed from the support bracket the installation of it only took an additional few seconds.

Note: The supports are made in the U.S.A.

3.0 out of 5 stars StrongArm 4217 L for 91-96 Toyota Camry, March 3, 2011

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CaliforniaG - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: StrongArm 4217L Toyota Camry Hood Lift Support (L) 1991-96, Pack of 1 (Misc.)

Product is fine and installs easily. However, it does not have a mounting for attaching the windshield wiper cabling like the OEM part.