These are 75$ shipped anywhere in the Continental US
I made these hood damper shocks because i was dissatisfied with the over priced poor quality ones available online. let me know if you are interested
Rsokol86@gmail.com

installation video coming soon

Fits On:
00-up Subaru Impreza, Wrx, Forester, Legacy
“may also fit earlier years”

About this Product:
The compact and lightweight Hood Damper is designed to eliminate the OEM hood stand. This allows for more workspace under the hood as it eliminates any obstructions. Also makes opening and closing the hood quick and hassle-free. Especially useful on vehicles equipped with large OEM hoods, and for situations with high wind, as more stability is provided with the Hood Damper.

Additional Features:
-Specifically designed/ tested for each application
-Black body with powder coated finish
-Easy to install with common hand tools

Contents of Hood Damper kit:
-Mounting plates × 2
-Damper shock × 2
-Damper shock mount × 2
-Instruction Manual × 1
-Lock washer × 2

 

That looks like a well designed product. Would love to see some install videos to get a feel for how everything comes together. The price is very good as well.

 

Sent you an email. Would definitely be interested in trying out a set and helping spread the word. Glad to see someone trying to knock out the overpriced competition!

- Will

 

I'll try to make a video tonight

 

Video is complete

 

Would this fit and Fully support a the weight of a steel hood from the 98-01 Impreza 2.5RS? If it is, I am highly interested and would also be up to help test.

 

Yes, the only difference is that the shock is shorter.
Give me a call 510 5666740
My buddy's 01 forester takes a shorter shock
I will have the shorter shocks in 3-4 days, if you want to try out a set.
You can even come over and I'll install it so you can be 100% satisfied

 

The steel hoods are about 55lbs, so what weight are the shocks you are using? I was thinking Id need 40lb each shock? And with the shorter shock body, would it extend higher up than the stock hood prop when fully expanded? Since you are using a 10.2" compressed shock, will the shorter ones be the 9.5" compressed and 15" extended?

 

40lbs will work I think
The shock will make your hood open a cuple inches wider, I do this so you have more room to work with.
The shock is 15" extended and 5.5" stroke 9.5 compressed
You have a steel hood, do you know what the newer hoods weight?

 

I took a look under my hood today to do some measurements and plan a mounting position. It looks like my chassis might require a different set up, or some test fitting because I do not want to mount it to the middle bolt, which has a rubber stopper for the hood. I am thinking making it mount one bolt hole back....But if the shock assembly is moved more towards the back, then it will have to withstand a heavier rated weight for the damper.


Steel hood is about 55lbs. The aluminum hoods for 02-07 Impreza is about half of that, So about 25 lbs (with stock hood scoop).

 

i think the best way to go about this is for you to come over here and we can just try some different stuff. let me know if you are interested and i'll give you a time to come by

 

Just ordered me a set. Will post up my findings after I receive and install the kit.

 

is it available for pick up as well?!

 

yes pick up is even better! i can install it for you.

i live in hayward

pm me for my cell