OVERVIEW

Ditch the outdated, cumbersome factory hood prop rod and elevate your engine bay with the P2M Toyota AE86 Corolla Black Series Engine Hood Damper Kit. Engineered specifically for the iconic AE86 chassis, these premium gas-charged struts allow you to lift and hold your hood open smoothly and effortlessly. Whether you are thrashing at a drift event or showcasing your build at a meet, this kit delivers maximum convenience, rock-solid stability, and a clean, modernized aesthetic.

FEATURES

• Effortless Operation: Gas-charged pneumatic cylinders take over the lifting force, raising the hood smoothly and keeping it securely in place without shaky prop rods.
• Chassis-Specific Fitment: Designed precisely around the classic AE86 engine bay geometry, reusing existing factory mounting points for a clean installation layout.
• Sleek Black Series Finish: Features a durable, stealthy black coating on the bodies and brackets to blend seamlessly into a clean, professional engine bay.
• Hands-Free Tech Workspace: Eliminates the central prop rod obstruction entirely, giving you unrestricted, 360-degree access to your 4A-GE engine bay during maintenance or trackside repairs.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Damper Series: Black Series (High-Durability Matte Black Finish)
  
• Charge Type: Premium Nitrogen Gas-Actuated Hydraulic Cylinders
  
• Bracket Material: High-Tensile Structural Steel Brackets
  
• Installation Type: Bolt-On Application (Utilizes OEM Mounting Locations)
  

SCIENCE

Standard factory metal prop rods focus the entire weight of the hood onto a single, off-center stress point, which can flex or damage lightweight aftermarket panels over time. P2M gas dampers feature precision-valved internal hydraulic dampening that distributes structural load equally across both sides of the inner apron. This pressure equalization minimizes chassis twisting forces and prevents the sudden dropping hazards common with manual rods or worn-out hardware.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• 2x P2M Black Series Gas-Charged Hood Dampers
  
• 1x Vehicle-Specific Mounting Bracket Set
  
• 1x Complete Installation Hardware Pack
  

PART NUMBER

• P2-BHDTYAE86-TP

FITMENT

• 1984-1987 Toyota Corolla AE86 (All Hatchback and Coupe Models)