GrimmSpeed High-Lift Hood Struts - 2013-21 Subaru BRZ, Scion FRS, Toyota GT86

GrimmSpeed High-Lift Hood Struts - 2013-21 Subaru BRZ, Scion FRS, Toyota GT86

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GrimmSpeed SKU: GRM097001

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The best hood struts, designed just for your 2013-21 Subaru BRZ, Scion FRS, and Toyota GT86!

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Tired of that ugly OEM hood prop blocking your view of that beautiful FA20 boxer engine? Always wanted to open your feather-light hood with just a couple fingers? Annoyed that the hood prop is always in your way while you’re working in your engine bay? GrimmSpeed to the rescue. A close collaboration between FT86Club.com members and GrimmSpeed, this kit delivers in a big way. We hate to use the "P" word, but designing this kit to be perfectly balanced was a requirement. Lift the hood halfway and you'll find a generous neutral zone. Leave your hood here for a sleek look at that local car show. Alternatively, a flick of the wrist is all that's required to coax your hood into its fully opened position. To close, simply hold the hood below its neutral zone and let go. No need to risk scratches or deformation by pushing your hood closed.

QUICK SPECS:

  • Opens Hood 35% Higher Than OEM - Better access and light for working
  • Perfect Hood Balance - Struts are optimized for BRZ/FR-S hood size and weight
  • Eliminates OEM Hood Prop - No risk of hood falling, more access when wrenching
  • CNC Laser Cut Brackets - Precision cut and bent for a perfect fit
  • Premium Quality Struts - Larger strut body for smoother operation, made in the USA!
  • Durable DuPont Texture Black Powdercoat - Protects brackets with an OEM finish
  • FARO Arm Designed - Allows more precise design and a stronger, better fitting product

DESIGN:

This kit was designed using our in-house FARO arm and an accompanying suite of CAD software. We began by mapping the BRZ/FR-S hood and engine bay in 3D CAD (see one of our engineers in action below). From there, a lifting linkage was designed, analyzed, prototyped and tested. After months of testing and revisions, the brackets went into production using the latest in laser cutting and CNC bending equipment. What that means for you is a system that will fit and operate correctly, every single time, for years to come. What about the struts, you ask? They're beefy. Custom built to our exacting specifications, these struts feature a large diameter body that provides excellent opening force without sacrificing smoothness and control. Rounding it all out is a heavy duty textured black DuPont powdercoat and black zinc hardware.

MATERIALS:

With the use and exposure that a hood strut kit will see on a regular basis, material selection and finishing options are critically important. All brackets are produced from a mild steel alloy that maintains its integrity after laser cutting and bending. After thorough cleaning, the parts are all powdercoated a durable DuPont texture black. The next key component is the struts themselves. More specifically, these are referred to as gas springs. Manufactured in the USA, these are of the highest quality and are used by OEMs around the world. These custom valved units (to perfectly match the weight of the BRZ/FRS hood) are paired with clear zinc hardware and a quick-release ball and socket. Last, but certainly not least, is the included hardware. All hardware is grade 8.8 or higher and zinc coated for longevity.

FITMENTS:

  • 2013-21 Subaru BRZ
  • 2017-21 Toyota GT86
  • 2012-16 Scion FRS

INSTALL GUIDE:

Overall rating: 4.85 / 5 from 20 reviews.

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Reviews

Great kit; but can't order struts separately.

"The kit itself is fantastic. No issues with it. Have had it on my car for like 8 years. Does what it says on the tin, as other reviews state. The reason for the removal of a star is that after about 5 years the struts started losing pressure, and now 8 years in they don't really hold the hood up at all anymore. Also not a huge deal, but I was frustrated to find out that I cannot order JUST a set of replacement struts from GrimmSpeed, but must instead reorder the entire kit. That, in my mind, is just not great long-term support for customers who are in it for the long-haul. It's not like there are that many of us anyway. Just sell me some struts!"

— Jeremy (4/5)

Works great, even in death

"Excuse the dramatic title, but I was in a semi hit and run that destroyed the front half of my FRS and these hood struts kept the bent hood from smashing into my windshield and causing more damage when the hood latch failed on the tow ride home. It bent the metal keeping the struts in place as a result but the quality of these were so good it stopped the hood from flying back fully and smashing the glass going 75 down the road. If insurance were to actually reimburse me (let's be honest, they won't) then I'd buy these again."

— Jr (5/5)

FRS/BRZ hood struts

"easy install, works great. no more stupid hood prop"

— Matt (5/5)

Perfect modification for changing your sparkplugs

"Believe it or not, this was the first 'engine bay' modification I have bought for my cars. I bought it to prepare myself for changing the spark plugs and maybe upgrading to the GS CAI. It was actually a bit difficult for me to figure out how to put it on at first (even after watching the install video). I didn't realize you had to lift the hood up so the strut could fit in properly. Otherwise, this product does what it says and it looks great. My car now has struts like my mum's Lexus!"

— Christopher N. (5/5)

High Quality Setup

"Easy bolt on installation and the components are much higher quality than the broom stick I previously used to work on the car. I feel like I should have bought this setup a long time ago."

— Steve (5/5)

Best first mod

"Make this mod your first and start enjoying work under the hood. These struts take 5 minutes to put in, no drilling or cutting at all. They lift the hood super high and clear out of your way. Fit and finish are superb, and the GS badges are a very nice touch. Every 86 owner needs these."

— Dima (5/5)

Must have

"Hood struts are a must have for this platform and with the “cheap” ones already around $60, I felt that a quality part with great reviews was worth the extra coin. Directions and videos make install quick and easy. Great fit and finish. Textured paint on brackets should be durable."

— Branden (5/5)

Hood struts

"Easy install, perfectly balanced for the stock hood. One ding is the weight of the kit - the main support arms (which are up against the hood) are really thick heavy steel. If you are a weight weenie this is a negative, for the average person probably not an issue."

— Travis S. (4/5)

Hood struts

"So I bought the hood struts since they looked the best when it came to quality, and that’s what I got great quality... hood opens up fast and easy, with all this room for activities!!!! Happy with the product and was my first mod on my frs"

— Anthony (5/5)

Easy to install!

"I was tired of putting the hood prop up every time I pop my hood (quite often) Installing these was a breeze, it didnt take long to really set the car apart from the rest of the crowd. Install should take about 30 minutes and install difficulty was a 2 out of 10."

— Jared A. (5/5)

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