WHY DIDN'T THESE COME STOCK - Redline Tuning Hood Struts on The Ranger Raptor

[MasterCylinder]

I’ve put hood struts on pretty much every vehicle I’ve owned, so this was one was obviously going to make its way on the truck too. For around $100, it’s just one of those upgrades that feels like a no-brainer.

I went with the Redline Tuning hood strut kit for the 2024 Ranger

If you watch my video and check the product page you’ll get the full rundown, but here’s what stood out to me:

• Really straightforward install, took maybe 20 minutes (if that)
• Made in America
• Struts are tuned for the truck, so no excessive stress on the aluminum hood
• 4–5 year warranty (depending on the version you get)
• Hood opens about 4.5" higher than the stock prop rod

No more dealing with the prop rod and it just feels cleaner and more modern. Small mod, but makes a big impact.

It's nice that we have choices for such items. This was one of the first things I went looking for and for less than half the price, same made components, brackets, blind nuts etc... a 30 day return window instead of a 7 day, help lift hood after 4-6 inch lifting, hood higher and out of the way. I could buy another set if they fail and still come out cheaper. Now since I have the mounts and brackets, all I need to do is replace the struts if they go bad. Most struts and Ive used plenty in my work, last an average of 4-5 years with moderate use if properly sized , length and weight support involved. To each their own! Ranger On!

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[Idoenone1]

These forums are not good for my bank account. Just ordered these today.

Quote of the day IMO. So many upgrades so little cash, lol.

 

[superj]

i don't think i have ever had a vehicle with struts to hold open the hood. yes, the back hatch on stuff, but never the hood. i cannot even think of any trucks i have test drove that had struts.

i do wish these had the engine covers though. i think those look really nice and you can custom paint them when you get bored and want to make a change

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