APPERFiT Hood Latch Strap Kit for Kenworth / Peterbilt / Blue Bird — Black L+R, OEM-fit Durable

APPERFiT Hood Latch Strap with Catch Bracket is a direct-fit replacement rubber hood holder and keeper bracket for Kenworth, Peterbilt and Blue Bird Vision hoods.

If the original hood rubber strap or its keeper bracket on your truck or school bus has stretched, cracked or lost its grip, this replacement kit restores a secure connection between the engine hood and fender. The set comes new, matches OEM dimensions, and includes both left and right side components so you can replace worn hardware in one service. It’s designed for heavy-duty commercial vehicles and built to resist daily road and weather exposure.

Which vehicles will this hood latch strap fit?

This kit fits a range of heavy-duty models from Kenworth, Peterbilt and Blue Bird Vision buses produced within the listed years and model families. It replaces several original part numbers so you can cross-reference your vehicle’s existing hardware before purchase.

• Kenworth: T660, T470, T370, T270, T170
• Peterbilt: 386, 384, 340, 348, 337, 335, 325
• Blue Bird Vision school buses: model years 2009–2015
• OEM cross-references: HLK1015, 3799344, 37-99-344, 374129560, 37-41-295-60, 3QM313M2, 3QM313M, 0055554, 55554

What components are included and what condition are they?

The package contains new replacement parts ready to install, so you won’t need to source additional pieces. Each kit supplies both straps and matching keeper brackets to cover driver and passenger side hood connections.

• 2 × hood holder rubber locks (left and right)
• 2 × latch keeper brackets
• Condition: brand new components, black finish
• Manufacturer warranty: 1-year coverage

How durable and compatible is this replacement compared to the factory part?

APPERFiT engineered these straps to duplicate OEM shape and fit so they seat securely in original mounting locations. The rubber compound and bracket design are selected to resist deformation and cracking from vibration, weather, and repeated use on commercial vehicles.

• Exact-match dimensions for reliable mounting and operation
• Durable rubber formula to resist everyday wear
• Metal keeper brackets designed for secure retention under load
• Suitable for frequent hood openings common to fleet service

How do I install the hood strap and bracket kit?

Installation is straightforward for anyone familiar with light commercial vehicle maintenance. Remove the worn strap and bracket, seat the new bracket in the original mounting location, then loop or hook the rubber strap into the keeper until it clips securely.

• No special tools required—basic hand tools typically suffice
• Install on left driver and right passenger sides to restore full retention
• Check alignment and tension after first few hood cycles
• Refer to vehicle service manual for torque or mounting specifics if needed

Who is this for: This APPERFiT hood latch strap and catch bracket kit is aimed at fleet managers, owner-operators, mechanics and maintenance teams who need a dependable, OEM-compatible replacement for worn hood retention hardware on Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks or Blue Bird Vision school buses. It’s ideal when you want a like-for-like repair that reinstates safe hood retention without modifying the vehicle.