SAVE 20% OFF ORDERS $100+ | ONLINE ONLY
USE CODE
FEB20
*
Exclusions apply.
✕
Advance Auto Parts Logo
Choose a Store
Share
Product thumb
Product thumb
Product thumb
Product thumb
Product thumb
Product main large
Add A Vehicle to Check Fitment
How Would You Like To Get This Item?

Store Pickup

FREE
No Store Selected

Same Day Home Delivery

No Store Selected

Home Delivery

FREE for orders over $35

Standard Delivery Available

Curbside pickup is available at most stores
Loading...

CUSTOMERS ALSO PURCHASED

    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (7)
    NiCopp Copper Nickel Alloy Brake Line: 60" Long, 5/16" Diameter, Universal Fit, 1 Piece
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    American Grease Stick Co. Brass Compression Union, 5/16"
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (49)
    Permatex High-Temperature Thread Sealant Locks and Protects, 6 mL
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (87)
    Gunk Foamy Engine Brite Engine Degreaser aersol, 17 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (879)
    CRC Brake Parts Cleaner: Chlorinated, Degreases Instantly, 19 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (6)
    Ideal Hose Clamp #4 - Standard metal hose clamp - Material: SS Band + Galvanized HSG + Screw
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    SUR & R Auto Parts 3/8" GM 90° Male to Rubber
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    Dorman 12In Straight Aluminum Tubing, 3/8In OD (9.5mm), Contains 6 (sold by each)
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (10)
    Ideal SmartSeal Hose Clamp - Size #20 - All Stainless Steel Spring clamps provides compensation over 360 degrees
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    Edelmann Brass Long Nipple - 1/8" Pipe Thread - Length 2" - Weatherhead No. 3328X2

Product Information

Product Details
Part No. E4142
Warranty Details (LIMITED LIFETIME REPLACEMENT)
Opening your vehicle's rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
Specifications
Body Connection Type:
Ball Socket (Nylon)

Body Diameter:
15

Compressed Length:
8.9 in

Extended Length:
13.1

Gas Charged:
Yes

Hardware Included:
No

Heavy Duty:
N

Installation Instructions Included:
Yes

Internal Spring:
No

Mounting Bracket Included:
No

Shaft Connection Type:
Ball Socket (Nylon)

Shaft Diameter:
6 in

Stroke:
4.2 in

Weight:
.348

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (3)
    Imperial Quick Connect Coupler
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    Imperial Metal Line Kit for Engine Oil Coolers
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (49)
    Imperial High Performance Transmission Oil Cooler
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (6)
    Imperial Transmission Line Fitting Kit
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (14)
    FRAM Full Synthetic Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid: 1 Gallon
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (4)
    Dorman Transmission Oil Cooler Line: Exact Fit, Rubber
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (15)
    FRAM Mercon V Automatic Transmission Fluid: 1 Quart
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (24)
    Dayco Poly Rib Belt Serpentine Belt; 89 Long, 6 Rib Count
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    Imperial Transmission Line Fitting Kit
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (45)
    Carquest Standard Alternator: Remanufactured, 100 Amps
4.59 out of 5
27 Customer Reviews
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Star
2
I Glad found these work fine.
Pros
2
Easy To Install
1
Durable
1
Improves Down Force
1
Better Than The Original
Cons
1
None
Best Uses
2
Replacement
1
Restoration
Car & Truck
1
Auto Enthusiast
Describe Yourself
1
Casual Driver
Most Liked Positive Review
Great supports with exact fit
This was an exact fit for my 2003 Ford Explorer. Removal of the old supports and installation of these new supports took about 7 minutes, while my able assistant held the hood open. Just keep in mind that you need a narrow flat blade screwdriver to pry open the links at each end to remove the old and install the new supports over the ball joint hinge connectors on the fender wall and hood. With these new supports, it now takes some effort to pull down and close the hood, which is a good indication that they are doing the proper job to support the hood open with safety in mind. A very good product!!!
Most Liked Negative Review
Lift supports would not close!
We installed these lift supports and nearly bent the hood on our Ford Explorer trying to get them to close. Online information suggested that lift supports could develop a static seal which would make them difficult to close. Try impossible! It was also suggested that the consumer install one support at a time and "work it" them to get them to close, suffice it to say I wasn't willing to risk damaging my vehicle. I work in the Auto Glass industry and know that lift supports should not be this difficult to close and that there was a problem with them. Returned these supports and ordered some online manufactured by Stabilus, installed in minutes worked like a dream!
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Displaying Reviews 1 - 5Back to Top

CUSTOMERS ALSO LIKED

    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (1245)
    Rain-X 2-In-1 All Season Windshield Washer Fluid: Improved Water Beading, 1 Gallon
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (3961)
    Sea Foam Motor Treatment; Fuel and Oil Additive, for all Gas and Diesel Engines, 16 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (97)
    Road Runner 20 lb. Bag Of Ice Melt: Effective Down To -15 Degrees F
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (1439)
    Carquest Brake Cleaner Brake Parts Cleaner, Non-Chlorinated, High VOC, 14 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (63)
    Rain-X De-Icer -30 Degree Windshield Washer Fluid
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (260)
    Carquest Brake Cleaner Brake Parts Cleaner, Chlorinated, Non-Flammable, 19 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (79)
    FRAM Washer Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid: -20 Deg. F Protection, Removes Frost, 1 Gallon
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (656)
    Lucas Oil Products Lucas Upper Cylinder Lube/Fuel Treatment - 5.25 oz
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (1018)
    Scott Brand Shop Towels: 9.4" x 11" Sheets, 55 Sheets a Roll, 1 Pack
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (43)
    Road Runner Roadrunner Ice Melt - 12 lb Jug
Will it work on a aftermarket heavier steel hood?
Verified Reply - Steve
Hi Jay, I'm glad to assist you! This Strong Arm Hood Lift Support - Part # E4142 is rated 61 lbs capacity. You would have to match one by weight of the aftermarket hood that can be fabricated into its place.
will this work for a steel hood on the 2004 ford explorer?
Verified Reply - Vincent
Yes, this Strong Arm Lift Support -part# E4142 is an exact fit for your 2004 Ford Explorer. For any further assistance, please visit your nearest Advance Auto store or call us directly at 1-877-ADVANCE (238-2623) and one of our representatives there would be more than happy to assist you.
This product was recommended as a replacement strut for a aftermarket fiberglass hood. Here it seems to be presented as a replacement for stock hood struts. Will it work with the lighter hood? Or is it too strong for the fiberglass hood too?
Open Reply - Vincent
This Strong Arm Lift Support with part# E4142should work fine on lighter fiberglass hood. As it is application specific, In order to check the exact fit application, please provide the year, make, model and engine size of the vehicle.

TOP SELLERS IN THIS CATEGORY

    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (18)
    American Grease Stick Co. Sil-Glyde Brake Lubricant: Silicone, Stops Break Noise, .14 Oz (sold by each)
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (11)
    Little Trees Hanging Air Freshener: Black Ice Scent, 6 Pack
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (26)
    American Grease Stick Co. Spark Plug Boot Protector Dielectric Grease, Pouch, 4 g
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (0)
    Castrol 5W-30 High Mileage Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quarts
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (681)
    DieHard Battery Accessories: Terminal Protectors & Grease, Helps Extend Battery Life
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (23)
    American Grease Stick Co. Cerami-Glyde Hi-Performance Brake Lubricant: Silicone, .14 Oz (sold by each)
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (928)
    Carquest Brake Cleaner Brake Parts Cleaner: Non-Chlorinated, Low VOC, Removes Brake Dust, Grease, And Grime, 14 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (890)
    Rain-X Bug Remover 32 Degree Windshield Washer Fluid, 1 Gallon
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (1201)
    Carquest Wearever DOT 3 Brake Fluid: Synthetic Formulation, For ABS, Disc, And Drum Brake Systems, 32 oz.
    AAP Flag
    Loading...
    (388)
    Rhino Gear RhinoRamp, 12,000 lbs Weight Capacity
Feedback