What does a strut boot do?

A strut boot acts like a protective cover for your strut shaft. It prevents dirt, dust, salt, and other road debris from reaching the polished shaft, seals, and bushings, which helps prevent premature wear and extends the strut's life.

Why is the travel-limiting bumper included?

The included poly foam bumper is designed to stop the strut from hitting its maximum travel limit, known as bottoming out. This prevents damage to the strut and other suspension parts during hard impacts or extreme suspension movements.

Do I need to replace these when I replace my struts?

It's highly recommended to replace your strut boots and bump stops whenever you replace your struts. Old boots can be brittle and torn, and new struts deserve the protection of new boots and bumpers to ensure their longevity.

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Brand: KYB
Part #: SB122
UPC: 781552956228

KYB Shocks & Struts Strut Boots Front AUDI A4 1995-10 AUDI A6 1998-10 AUDI A8 1997-03 AUDI RS4 2007-

Name: KYB Shocks & Struts Strut Boots Front AUDI A4 1995-10 AUDI A6 1998-10 AUDI A8 1997-03 AUDI RS4 2007-
Brand: KYB
Price: 25.22 USD
Availability: InStock

$25.22

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KYB Strut Boots protect your front struts from dirt and debris, extending their life. Fits many Audi and VW models.

Key Features

Fits 1995-2012 Audi A4, 1998-2011 Audi A6, 1997-2003 Audi A8, 2007-2008 Audi RS4, and 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, among others.
Protects strut shafts, seals, and bushings from dirt, dust, salt, and sand.
Durable plastic bellows cover the entire strut shaft to prevent contaminant entry.
Includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper to prevent bottoming out.
Helps extend the overall life of your struts by preventing abrasive wear.

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Product Details

KYB is well-known for making reliable suspension components, and their Strut Boot Kits are no exception. If you're working on the front suspension of your Audi A4, A6, or even a Volkswagen Passat, these boots are designed to keep your struts protected. They cover the entire strut shaft, acting as a barrier against harmful elements like dirt, dust, salt, and sand that can cause abrasive wear on the polished shaft, seals, and bushings.

This protection is key to extending the life of your struts. The kit also includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. This bumper is important because it helps prevent the strut from bottoming out, which can damage the strut itself and other suspension components during extreme movements. These boots are specifically made to fit a range of Audi and Volkswagen vehicles, ensuring a proper seal and function.