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Lift Supports

The OE fit design of our lift supports ensure a perfect fit and optimal performance.

You can count on FCS to provide lift supports that will hold up to even the most extreme weather conditions.

Product Features
Universal Lift Support Catalog

Key Benefits

Reliable

Automatically opens during each compression cycle.

Enhanced Performance

Improved oil and gas pressure seating for enhanced performance.

Longer Life

Superior corrosion resistance for longer life.

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Product Features

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Heavy Guage Steel Body

Electrostatically painted black and cured to prevent premature oxidation.

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Freudenberg NOK Seals

Premium OE grade seal provides long dependable performance.

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Hardened Anodized Black Plated Piston Rod

Provides superior corrosion resistance and leak free sealing.

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Exact OE Fit Hardware Brackets

For a perfect fit every time.

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Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly

Automatically opens to keep orifice clean of fluid contaminants.

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Metallic Upper Bushing

Provides exact fit with piston rod to promote longer operating life.

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Teflon Back-up Ring

Enhances oil and gas pressure sealing.

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Temperature Compensation Module Valve

Provides consistent operation even in extreme weather conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between standard and electronic lift supports?

Standard lift supports are mechanical gas struts that hold a hatch, trunk, or hood open; electronic lift supports add powered, sensor-driven operation like push-button or hands-free opening.

How long should a lift support last before needing replacement?

There’s no fixed mileage interval. Replace it once it stops holding the hatch or trunk open on its own or starts drooping, since the seals and gas charge degrade with age and use.

Will these hold up in extreme weather?

Yes, the temperature compensation module valve is built to provide consistent operation even in extreme weather conditions, and the heavy-gauge steel body is electrostatically painted to resist oxidation.

Do the brackets fit my vehicle exactly, or will I need to modify anything?
The brackets are exact OE fit, designed to install without modification.
What keeps the internal components clean over time?
A self-cleaning piston assembly automatically opens during each compression cycle to keep the orifice clear of fluid contaminants.
Why can't I search for universal lift supports by year, make, and model?
Universal lift supports aren’t designed for a specific vehicle application. Instead, coverage is based on fitment attributes like extended length, compressed length, inner shaft diameter, end fittings, and force (pounds), so they’re searched and matched by those specs rather than by year/make/model.
Can I use a universal lift support on my car, truck, or SUV?
Yes, as long as the extended length, compressed length, inner shaft diameter, end fittings, and force rating match what your vehicle requires. However, if an application-specific lift support is available for your vehicle in the eCat, it’s recommended to use that instead for the most precise fit and performance.
What information do I need to select the correct universal lift support?
You’ll need three key measurements/ratings: extended length (the support’s length fully extended), compressed length (its length fully compressed), and force in pounds (how much lifting/holding force it provides).
What other applications can universal lift supports be used for besides vehicles?
Universal lift supports are commonly used beyond automotive applications, including industrial equipment, RV windows, toolbox lids, and similar lift, hold, or hinge-style applications where matching length and force specs is all that’s needed.
Where should I look first if I'm working on a specific vehicle?
Always check the eCat for an application-specific lift support first. If one isn’t available for your year/make/model, a universal option matched to the correct length and force specs is the next best choice.

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