Universal Hood Strut Clamp – Stop Falling Hoods | VAC Motorsports ($49.95)

Thu, 3 Sep 2020 13:17:00 GMT

Universal Hood Strut Clamp – Stop Falling Hoods | VAC Motorsports ($49.95)
Buy Now: $49.95

Most modern vehicles rely on gas-charged hood struts instead of traditional prop rods. They're sleek, they free up engine bay space, and they make lifting your hood effortless--when they're new.

But with time and temperature changes, these struts lose pressure. That's when you start to notice the hood sinking lower or crashing shut altogether. Older cars? Many didn't even come with proper hood props to begin with, leaving owners improvising with broomsticks, pipes, or whatever's lying around the garage.

The risks:

🔴 Injury - A falling hood can cause serious head bumps or worse.
🔴 Frustration - Nothing kills a project faster than constantly fighting gravity.
🔴 Lost Time - DIYers and mechanics alike can't afford interruptions.

The Solution: VAC's Universal Hood Strut Clamp

For just $49.95, VAC Motorsports delivers a product that solves this age-old problem with precision engineering.

Key Features:

Universal Fitment - Works with hood struts up to 7/16" (11.2mm). Perfect for cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Durable Construction - CNC-machined from 6061 billet aluminum and anodized black for strength and corrosion resistance.
Compact & Convenient - Pocket-sized with an ergonomic rubber thumb screw for quick install and removal.
Made in the USA - Built to last with the same engineering standards VAC applies to its race-proven parts.

Benefits:

✅ Prevents hoods from slipping or falling unexpectedly
✅ Eliminates sketchy 2x4s or DIY props
✅ Safer, cleaner access to your engine bay
✅ Essential for both professionals and DIY home mechanics

Who Needs This Tool?

This isn't just for BMWs or race cars. Any vehicle without reliable hood props can benefit, including:

European imports: BMW, Audi, VW, Mercedes, MINI
Japanese sedans: Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda
American muscle: Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, Dodge Challenger
Trucks & SUVs: Jeep Wrangler, Ford Explorer, Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon
Older vehicles with tired struts or no props from the factory

If you've got a hood that won't stay up, this clamp is for you.

Final Thoughts

Working on your car should be safe, efficient, and frustration-free. The VAC Motorsports Universal Hood Strut Clamp is a small investment that pays for itself the first time you avoid a falling hood.

👉 Order yours today for $49.95

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Genuine BMW 'Extra Thick' Under Chassis Jack Pad

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:12:00 GMT

Genuine BMW 'Extra Thick' Under Chassis Jack Pad
Buy Now: $23.95

OE BMW Under Chassis Jack Pads protect your undercarriage from damage by hydraulic lifts or floor jacks.
They commonly fall off over the years and leave the sheet metal bare and unprotected to where it can get dented, damaged and this can become prone to rust.

These pads are the extra thick late version pads that offer great cushion for the earlier cars like the E36, and are a direct replacement.

Sold Individually, order [2] for a complete set
Quick and easy to install by hand, Just takes a moment
OEM BMW part
Save your vehicle from damage and make it easer to work beneath

Fits all:
E46 3 series, E65 7 series, Z4 Roadster & Coupe, X3 & X5, (Upgrade for) E36 3 series

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Universal Hood Strut Clamp – Stop Falling Hoods | VAC Motorsports ($49.95)

The Solution: VAC's Universal Hood Strut Clamp

Who Needs This Tool?

Final Thoughts

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