What is the benefit of a remote reservoir shock absorber?

A remote reservoir holds additional shock oil, which increases the cooling capacity. This helps dissipate heat more effectively, leading to more consistent damping performance and reduced fade during demanding off-road use.

What does the 360-degree swivel banjo hose fitting do?

The swivel banjo fitting allows the hose to rotate a full 360 degrees. This provides a clean, low-profile installation by letting you position the reservoir exactly where you need it without the hose binding or kinking.

What kind of valving does this shock use?

This shock absorber features self-adjusting deflective disc valving. This advanced valving system reacts immediately to changes in the terrain, helping to maximize vehicle control and provide a responsive ride.

Specifications

Brand: Bilstein
Part #: 25-331868
UPC: 651860914725

Bilstein B8 5165 16.3in Travel Remote Reservoir - Eye/Eye 360/80

Name: Bilstein B8 5165 16.3in Travel Remote Reservoir - Eye/Eye 360/80
Brand: Bilstein
SKU: bilstein-bilstein-b8-5165-16-3in-travel-remote-reservoir-eye-eye-360-80-t14-733312
Price: 277.32 USD
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Bilstein B8 5165 16.3in Travel Remote Reservoir - Eye/Eye 360/80Shock

Key Features

Fits custom off-road light trucks and SUVs.
Remote reservoir increases shock oil capacity for greater heat dissipation and wheel travel.
46mm monotube design ensures consistent, fade-free performance.
Self-adjusting deflective disc valving reacts immediately to surface changes for maximum vehicle control.
Features a unique 360 degree swivel banjo hose fitting for a clean, low profile installation.
Equipped with 5/8 inch eyelets with hour glass bushings on both ends.

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About this part

Product Details

Bilstein is well-known for their high-performance suspension components, and the B8 5165 remote reservoir shock absorber is a prime example of their expertise in custom off-road applications. If you're building a custom light truck or SUV and want to dial in your suspension's performance, this shock absorber is designed to help you achieve that specific ride you're looking for. It features a high-pressure monotube design, which is key to consistent damping, especially when you're pushing your vehicle hard.

What sets this shock apart is its remote reservoir. This external unit holds extra shock oil, allowing for much greater heat dissipation than a standard shock. This means less fade and more consistent performance, even in demanding off-road conditions. The 46mm monotube construction further ensures this consistency. You also get a unique 360-degree swivel banjo hose fitting, which makes for a cleaner, more compact installation, especially important when space is tight on a custom build. The self-adjusting deflective disc valving reacts quickly to changes in the terrain, giving you better control over your vehicle.

This shock absorber comes with 5/8 inch eyelets and includes hour glass bushings on both ends for a solid connection. It's built to increase the overall durability of your custom vehicle, helping you tackle tough off-road environments with more confidence.