{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-11-15-bmw-528i-535i-550i-rear-monotube-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein B8 11-15 BMW 528i\/ 535i\/ 550i Rear Monotube Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24-178525\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860665047\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 2011-2015 BMW 528i 535i 550i Rear Monotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bilstein 24-178525 B8 Performance Plus is a monotube gas pressure shock absorber designed as a direct replacement for rear suspension on BMW 5 Series vehicles. It fits 2011-2016 528i, 535i and 550i models when used with lowering spring sets. This damper delivers consistent performance through its application-specific valve settings and durable construction that meets or exceeds original equipment standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides greater heat dissipation and consistent damping force during extended use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces aeration and maintains performance under high loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowering Spring Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with aftermarket spring sets for lowered ride height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct bolt-on installation for listed BMW chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigorous Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each unit undergoes quality checks to match or surpass factory specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Specific Valving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuned for the 5 Series platform to maintain stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilstein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2011-2016 BMW 528i 535i 550i Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart 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