NRG Innovations Polished Hood Damper Kit for 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 / 1990-2003 Mazda Protege – HD-150

Upgrade hood access and clean up the engine bay of your 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 / 1990-2003 Mazda Protege with the NRG Innovations HD-150 Polished Hood Damper Kit. The dual oil-filled dampers provide Lift-Assist when opening the hood and Slow-Decline control when closing, while the polished stainless-steel appearance replaces the basic look of a traditional hood prop with a more finished performance-style setup. This polished version uses the standard-pressure configuration intended for the factory or standard-weight hood.

Features:

• Dual hood dampers provide convenient hands-free hood support
• Oil-filled damper design delivers Lift-Assist opening and controlled Slow-Decline closing
• Polished stainless-steel appearance adds a clean, show-ready engine-bay detail
• Lightweight alloy shaft and casing help keep added weight to a minimum
• Stainless-steel ball-joint mounting points provide stable articulation
• Hydraulic oil seals are designed for durability and heat resistance in the engine bay
• Vehicle-specific mounting design positions the dampers for the intended application
• Includes application-specific mounting brackets and installation hardware
• Standard Pressure configuration matched to the intended hood type
• For a more premium carbon-fiber appearance, NRG also offers the corresponding HD-150CF damper version

Specifications:

• Brand: NRG Innovations
• Part Number: HD-150
• Product Type: Hood Damper Kit
• Finish: Polished
• Damper Type: Oil-Filled Hood Lift Support
• Operation: Lift-Assist / Slow-Decline
• Primary Body Material: Stainless Steel
• Shaft / Casing: Lightweight Alloy
• Ball Joints: Stainless Steel
• Seal Type: Hydraulic Oil Seal
• Fitment Type: Vehicle-Specific
• Vehicle Fitment: 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 / 1990-2003 Mazda Protege
• Damper Pressure: Standard Pressure
• Recommended Hood Type: Factory / Standard Hood
• Hood Dampers Included: 2
• Mounting Brackets: Included
• Mounting Hardware: Included
• Average Damper Weight: Approximately 200g
• Carbon Fiber Upgrade Option: HD-150CF
• Carbon Fiber Upgrade Note: Premium carbon-fiber appearance; verify hood material and pressure requirements before ordering