{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-1981-mercedes-benz-300sd-base-rear-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein B8 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300SD Base Rear Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24-015363\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860404455\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300SD Base Rear Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 24-015363 B8 Performance Plus is a monotube gas pressure shock absorber built for the 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300SD Base. It works with aftermarket lowering springs to deliver application-specific damping and better handling response. Rigorous testing confirms it 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 consistent performance under varying loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Specific Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuned for lowered Mercedes-Benz suspensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces fade during extended use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches factory mounting points on listed models\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\u003eRear Shock Absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1981 Mercedes-Benz 300SD Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-015363\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer Limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne rear shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware as required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for use with lowering spring sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces original equipment damper on listed chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm fitment with vehicle specifics before install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1981-1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300SD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1981-1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e380SE 380SEL 420SEL 500SEC 500SEL 560SEC 560SEL 300SE 300SEL 350SD 350SDL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Bilstein?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal equipment supplier to multiple German manufacturers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven monotube construction used in motorsports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide aftermarket catalog with over 3500 part numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadquarters and testing facilities in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can this shock be used without lowering springs?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed primarily for pairing with lowering springs but can function on stock height in some applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What vehicles does SKU 24-015363 cover?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It fits 1981-1991 Mercedes-Benz models including the 300SD Base and several other W126 chassis variants listed in the fitment table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this a direct replacement part?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes it matches original mounting locations on the specified Mercedes-Benz models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping \u0026amp; 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