What is the advantage of a monotube shock absorber design?

A monotube design separates the oil and gas within the shock absorber. This prevents foaming and aeration, which helps maintain consistent damping performance and avoids the fade you might experience with twin-tube shocks under heavy use.

Do I need to buy new springs or mounting hardware for this shock?

No, this Bilstein B6 shock absorber is designed to be a direct fit upgrade. You can reuse your vehicle's original springs and mounting hardware, simplifying the installation process.

How does the digressive piston improve my ride?

The digressive piston is velocity-sensitive, meaning it reacts to how quickly the suspension is moving. This allows the shock to provide a comfortable ride on smooth surfaces while still offering improved control and damping when you encounter bumps or uneven terrain.

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Specifications

Brand: Bilstein
Part #: 24-184809
UPC: 651860402666

Bilstein B6 1996 Ford Bronco XLT Sport Front 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber

Name: Bilstein B6 1996 Ford Bronco XLT Sport Front 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber
Brand: Bilstein
SKU: bilstein-bilstein-b6-1996-ford-bronco-xlt-sport-front-46mm-monotube-shock-absorb-t14-282629
Price: 104.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$104.00

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Fits 1980-1996 Ford Bronco. Bilstein B6 4600 front shock absorber with a 46mm monotube design for consistent performance.

Key Features

1980-1996 Ford Bronco front fitment.
Features a 46mm monotube design for consistent, fade-free performance.
Utilizes a velocity-sensitive, digressive piston that adapts to changing road conditions.
Tuned specifically for stock height vehicles to optimize performance.
Designed to work with OEM springs and mounting hardware for a direct fit.

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Product Details

The 46mm monotube design in this Bilstein B6 shock absorber is key to its consistent performance, even when you're pushing your 1980-1996 Ford Bronco hard. Unlike twin-tube shocks, the monotube construction helps prevent the oil and gas from mixing, which means you won't experience that fade you can get with lesser shocks during long drives or when towing.

Bilstein tunes each B6 4600 shock specifically for the vehicle it's going on, so this one is set up for your Bronco's stock height. It uses a digressive piston that automatically adjusts to road conditions, giving you a more comfortable ride on rough pavement and better control when you hit bumps. You can use your Bronco's original springs and mounting hardware, making the installation straightforward.

This shock absorber is designed to be a direct replacement for your factory unit, offering an improved feel for ride quality and handling without changing your Bronco's stance.