Hood Strut Kit for Volkswagen Amarok 2010-2023

Hood Strut Kit for Volkswagen Amarok (2010–2023)

Weight: 1.0 kg

There’s nothing premium about a flimsy prop rod holding up your bonnet while you’re checking oil or topping up coolant on the side of a dusty outback highway. The RIVAL 4x4 Hood Strut Kit replaces the Amarok’s factory prop rod with a pair of gas struts that lift, hold, and lower the bonnet with smooth, effortless control. No more fumbling with a rod in the dark, no more bonnet slipping off its perch in the wind, and no more risk of it dropping onto your head while you’re elbow-deep in the engine bay. It’s the small upgrade that makes every bonnet opening feel like it should have come this way from the factory — and with bolt-on installation, it’s fitted in minutes.

• ✓ Premium Gas Strut Lift System
• ✓ Eliminates Factory Prop Rod
• ✓ Smooth, Controlled Bonnet Operation
• ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling
• ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Components
• ✓ Vehicle-Specific Precision Fit

Key Features

• Strut Type: Premium gas struts for smooth, controlled bonnet lift and hold
• Material: Corrosion-resistant components with durable mounting brackets
• Weight: 1.0 kg total kit weight
• Operation: Two-strut system holds bonnet securely open at full extension — hands-free engine access
• Mounting: Bolt-on using factory mounting points — vehicle-specific brackets
• Fitment: Volkswagen Amarok (2010–2023) — all engine variants including V6

Why Choose This Product?

• Safer Engine Bay Access: Gas struts hold the bonnet securely in place, eliminating the risk of the prop rod slipping and the bonnet dropping — particularly in windy conditions or on uneven ground that’s common at outback service stops.
• Hands-Free Convenience: With gas struts, you simply lift the bonnet and it stays open by itself. Both hands are free for checking fluids, topping up coolant, cleaning the air filter, or jump-starting a mate’s vehicle.
• Amarok-Specific Precision: These struts are designed specifically for the Amarok’s bonnet weight and hinge geometry. They’re not universal struts with generic brackets — they fit perfectly and operate smoothly from day one.
• Install It Yourself in Minutes: Bolt-on design with factory mounting points means you don’t need a mechanic. Basic hand tools and fifteen minutes in the driveway, and you’ll wonder why Volkswagen didn’t fit gas struts from the factory.

What's Included

• ✓ 2 x Premium Gas Struts
• ✓ Vehicle-specific mounting brackets
• ✓ All necessary bolts and fasteners
• ✓ Installation instructions

Installation

• Difficulty: Easy — simple DIY install, no special tools required
• Requirements: Basic hand tools (spanners, socket set)
• Bolt-On Design: Uses factory mounting points — no drilling, cutting, or modification to your Amarok required

Built for Australian Conditions

The Amarok is a popular touring and working ute across Australia, and its bonnet gets opened in every conceivable condition — from the blazing heat of a Pilbara mine site to the freezing mornings of a Snowy Mountains campsite. RIVAL’s gas struts are built with corrosion-resistant materials that handle the humidity of tropical north Queensland, the salt air of the Great Ocean Road, and temperature extremes from sub-zero alpine mornings to 45-degree outback afternoons. The strut mechanism is rated for thousands of cycles, ensuring reliable operation for the life of your vehicle.

Perfect For

• Regular Maintenance: Oil checks, fluid top-ups, and air filter inspections are safer and easier with hands-free bonnet access
• Outback Touring: Roadside checks on the Stuart Highway, Tanami Track, and Plenty Highway are safer when the bonnet stays put
• Tradies & Work Utes: Faster engine bay access on job sites without fiddling with a prop rod
• 4WD Enthusiasts: The finishing touch that makes your Amarok feel like the premium vehicle it is
• Fleet Vehicles: Improved safety and convenience for drivers across your Amarok fleet

Compatibility

• Volkswagen Amarok (2010–2023) — 2.0L TDI (all variants)
• Volkswagen Amarok (2016–2023) — 3.0L TDI V6
• All cab configurations

Why RIVAL 4x4?

• Australian-Based Operations & Support: Local team providing product expertise and fast after-sales service
• Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Designed and tested for Australian vehicles and driving conditions
• Premium Gas Strut Quality: Reliable strut mechanism rated for years of trouble-free operation
• Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Quick delivery to your door anywhere in Australia
• National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional installation available through RIVAL’s authorised dealers

Ditch the Prop Rod — Your Amarok Deserves Better

Upgrade to gas strut bonnet assist and enjoy hands-free, hassle-free engine access every time. Order now!