Descrizione
An engine bay opens on trust. When the strut gives out mid-lift, the bonnet becomes a verdict on how well a car has been cared for.
The Silent Lift restores the first gesture of every service ritual, a bonnet that rises cleanly, holds its position, and closes with a confident click. Engineered as a direct replacement for the Porsche 911 996 (1999-2004) and the first-generation Boxster 986 (1996-2004), these struts match the OE reference 99651155101 and fit without drilling, filing, or improvisation.
Each strut is built from stainless steel with a black metal finish, gas-charged to hold the hood at full open without creeping, and quality-checked before shipping. Two struts arrive per set, ready for an installation that a careful owner can complete in minutes with basic hand tools.
This is not a spare part. It is the small ceremony of opening the car done properly again.
Every Porsche owner knows the moment: you pull the release, the bonnet rises a few inches, and then hesitates, as if the car itself is asking whether you really need to check the oil today. New gas struts erase that hesitation. Matched to the OE reference 99651155101, the Silent Lift units carry the bonnet through a smooth full arc and hold it there, engine bay open, both hands free for the work. The stainless construction also settles a quieter complaint, the corrosion that made the old struts weep and seize in the first place.
Key Features
- Direct replacement fits Porsche 911 996 (1999-2004) and Boxster 986 (1996-2004)
- OE reference 99651155101, exact match to factory fitment
- Stainless steel construction with black metal finish
- Gas-charged to hold the bonnet open without sagging
- Set of 2 struts, quality-checked before shipping
- Installable in minutes with basic hand tools
- Black metal bodies blend invisibly into the engine bay trim of the 996 and 986
Technical Data
- OE Reference: 99651155101
- Fitment: Porsche 911 996 1999-2004, Boxster 986 1996-2004
- Set Contents: 2 gas struts
- Material: Stainless steel, black metal finish
- Item Length: 26 cm
- Item Width: 7 cm
- Item Height: 3 cm
- Item Weight: 0.29 kg
- Condition: 100% new, unused, quality-checked
- Installation: Direct replacement, no modification required
Built For
Owners doing their own fluid checks and oil changes who want the bonnet to behave while both hands are busy, detailers who open and close the hood fifty times a day, and restorers bringing a 996 or 986 back to factory feel, one honest part at a time Owners clubs recommend replacing bonnet and boot struts in pairs, and these make an economical, satisfying first DIY task for a new Porsche owner..
Questions & Answers
Q: Which cars do these fit?
A: They are direct replacements for the Porsche 911 996 built 1999-2004 and the first-generation Boxster 986 built 1996-2004, matching OE reference 99651155101.
Q: How many struts are in the set?
A: Two struts, one for each side of the bonnet.
Q: Are they as strong as the factory units?
A: Yes, they are gas-charged to OE standards and quality-checked, with a stainless steel body that resists corrosion far better than the aging originals.
Q: Do I need special tools to install them?
A: No. A standard ratchet and socket set is sufficient for the swap.
Q: Will they hold the hood fully open?
A: Yes, the gas charge holds the bonnet at full lift without sagging or creeping down.
Q: Will the bonnet stay open in cold weather?
A: Gas struts lose a little force in extreme cold, but these are charged to OE spec, so hold behavior remains reliable in normal seasonal use.
Q: How do I know if my struts are failing?
A: The classic signs are a bonnet that drops quickly once lifted, visible oil streaks on the old strut body, or a strut that will not hold the hood at all.
Q: Are these genuine Porsche parts?
A: They are aftermarket units engineered to the 99651155101 OE specification, built to match the original fitment and performance.
Q: What is the difference between 986 and 996 fitment?
A: The first-generation Boxster 986 and the 911 996 share the same bonnet strut reference, so this one set covers both families.
Q: Will the strut fit my 997 or 987?
A: No, later 997 and 987 generations use different bonnet hardware; this set is specific to the 996 and 986.
Q: Is there a warranty on the struts?
A: They are covered by the standard EastSupplier after-sales policy; inspect the units on arrival and report any defect promptly.
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