[AC Cobra]

I had a similar problem with my hood gas lifts. After searching for and not finding a gas lift that was just the right strength, I went into Advance Auto and found a "gas lift lock" that solved my problem. It is a small plastic device that attaches to the gas lift. The arm of the lock is positioned along the gas lift cylinder and when the hood is opened, the arm locks in position holding the hood open. Cost less than $6 and works very good. I'm sure very auto parts stores stock them.