Do I need to buy a pair of these struts for the front of my Focus?

Yes, for optimal performance and handling balance, it is recommended to replace both the driver's side and passenger's side front struts at the same time. This ensures consistent damping characteristics across the front axle.

What is the main benefit of the monotube design?

The monotube design uses a larger piston and a single tube construction, which helps with better heat dissipation and more consistent damping performance. This means the strut can handle harder use without fading as much.

Will this strut work with my stock height springs?

While this Bilstein B8 Performance Plus strut is designed to be paired with lowering springs, it can technically be installed with stock springs. However, its valving is optimized for the reduced travel and different characteristics of a lowered vehicle, so you'll get the best results with lowering springs.

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Specifications

Brand: Bilstein
Part #: 29-256402
UPC: 651860790053

Bilstein B8 Performance Plus 14-18 Ford Focus Front Left Monotube Suspension Strut

Name: Bilstein B8 Performance Plus 14-18 Ford Focus Front Left Monotube Suspension Strut
Brand: Bilstein
SKU: bilstein-bilstein-b8-performance-plus-14-18-ford-focus-front-left-monotube-suspe-t14-317306
Price: 306.20 USD
Availability: BackOrder

$306.20

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Fits 2014-2018 Ford Focus. Bilstein B8 Performance Plus front left strut designed for lowering springs, improving handling and looks.

Key Features

Fits 2014-2018 Ford Focus.
Monotube design for consistent performance.
Application-specific valve settings for improved handling.
Designed to be used with aftermarket lowering springs.
Enhances safety and performance when paired with lowering springs.
Provides a sportier feel while maintaining comfort.

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About this part

Product Details

This is the Bilstein B8 Performance Plus front left monotube suspension strut, specifically made for your 2014-2018 Ford Focus. If you're looking to pair your Focus with lowering springs for a sportier stance and improved handling, this strut is built to work with them. It's designed to bring out the best in your vehicle's handling performance, especially when you've lowered it.

Bilstein uses application-specific valve settings in these struts, combined with their well-known monotube design. This setup helps give you a sportier feel on the road, but without sacrificing too much comfort. They're rigorously tested to meet or exceed factory standards, so you know you're getting a solid part that's built to last. This strut is a great choice if you've already got lowering springs or plan to install them soon, giving you that enhanced safety and performance you're after.