Skyjacker 1980-1985 Ford F-150 4 Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Steering Damper

Broad-Coverage Ride Control Built to Last

Worn shocks let a vehicle wallow through bumps, dive under braking, and wander at highway speed. The Skyjacker 9800 Black Max shock absorber uses twin-tube foam-cell construction to control body motion and keep the tires planted, and it is cataloged across a wide range of applications across Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, International, Jeep and Plymouth spanning multiple generations of these platforms. Check the fitment table below to confirm coverage for your specific year, make, and model.

Key Features

• Twin-tube foam-cell hydraulic damping for controlled ride quality
• Cataloged across multiple makes, models, and model years; see fitment table
• Engineered for stock ride height applications
• Included black protective boot shields the shaft from debris
• 360-degree arc-welded construction resists leaks and flex fatigue
• Direct bolt-on installation using factory mounting points

Fitment

Specifications

What's Included

• 1 x Skyjacker 9800 Steering Stabilizer
• Protective black boot (pre-installed)

About Skyjacker

Skyjacker Suspensions has engineered suspension lift kits, shocks, and steering components for trucks, Jeeps, and SUVs since 1970. Every Skyjacker shock and stabilizer is built and tested in the United States to hold up to daily driving, towing, and off-road use.

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• Skyjacker Steering Stabilizers
• Skyjacker Suspension Lift Kits
• Skyjacker Shock Absorber Boots

FAQ

The Skyjacker 9800 is a steering stabilizer using twin-tube foam-cell hydraulic damping to control ride motion, cataloged across a wide range of applications across Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, International, Jeep and Plymouth at stock ride height. Check the fitment table above to confirm coverage for your specific year, make, and model.

It is designed for vehicles at stock ride height and is length-matched to factory suspension travel.

The 9800 is sold individually. Most installations use two shocks per axle, so order two if replacing both sides.

Refer to the fitment table above to confirm mounting position for your specific application.

No, this shock uses the factory mounting hardware and bolts on using the OEM mounting points.

Skyjacker backs this shock absorber with a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

Yes, the shock bolts directly to the factory mounting points using basic hand tools. No cutting, welding, or specialty tools are required.

This shock is cataloged across several makes, models, and model years. Match your vehicle's exact year, make, and model against the fitment table above before ordering, since valving and length can vary by application within a broad fitment range.

Yes, the shock ships ready to install with hydraulic fluid already charged inside the twin-tube body.

Install Instructions

1. Support the vehicle on jack stands and remove the wheel if needed for clearance.
2. Remove the factory or worn shock absorber from the upper and lower mounting points.
3. Position the new shock in the factory mounting location.
4. Install the factory hardware at the upper and lower mounts and torque to the vehicle manufacturer's specification.
5. Reinstall the wheel and lower the vehicle to the ground.
6. Cycle the suspension through its full range of travel to confirm clearance before driving.

Prop 65 Warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.