Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber 1988-1998 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup

Engineered Twin-Tube Control for Demanding Terrain

The Skyjacker Black Max shock absorber B8583 delivers vehicle-specific, multi-stage StableSteer valving built around a twin-tube, foam-cell design for consistent damping across street driving, towing, and off-road use. A chrome-plated shaft and sintered iron piston resist wear and pitting, while 360 degree arc-welded end mounts and 180 degree directional mounting simplify installation on 1988-1998 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup. Increased fluid capacity improves heat dissipation during extended or heavy-duty use, and each unit ships with a protective black boot to guard the shaft from debris.

Key Features

• Twin-tube, foam-cell technology construction
• Chrome-plated shaft with sintered iron piston
• 360 degree arc-welded end mounts
• 180 degree directional mounting for simplified installation
• StableSteer vehicle-specific multi-stage valving
• Increased fluid capacity for improved heat dissipation
• Includes protective black boot
• Backed by Skyjacker Limited Lifetime Warranty

Fitment

Specifications

What's Included

• 1 x Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber B8583
• Mounting hardware bushings (installed)
• Protective black boot

About Skyjacker

Skyjacker Suspensions has engineered lift kits and suspension components in West Monroe, Louisiana since 1970. The Black Max shock line applies that off-road engineering heritage to a twin-tube design built for daily-driven trucks and SUVs that see towing, hauling, and light off-road duty.

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FAQ

The B8583 is a Skyjacker Black Max twin-tube shock absorber engineered for 1988-1998 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup, using StableSteer multi-stage valving for controlled ride quality on and off road.

No. This shock is designed to bolt directly into the factory mounting locations on applicable trims, though it is also commonly paired with a Skyjacker lift or leveling kit.

The shaft is chrome-plated for corrosion resistance and paired with a sintered iron piston for long service life.

Yes, Skyjacker backs the Black Max shock line with a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing defects.

Yes. The increased fluid capacity and multi-stage valving are built to manage the added heat and load generated during towing and hauling.

Yes, each Black Max shock ships fully assembled with mounting bushings installed and a protective boot in place.

This listing is for one shock absorber. Order two for an axle or four to replace a full set.

The Black Max shock uses a 180 degree directional mounting design with 360 degree arc-welded end mounts for simplified alignment during installation.

Install Instructions

1. Raise and safely support the vehicle, then remove the wheel if needed for clearance.
2. Support the axle or lower control arm to relieve tension on the factory shock.
3. Remove the upper and lower mounting hardware and extract the factory shock.
4. Compress the new Black Max shock to align with the factory mounting points.
5. Install the upper mount first, then the lower mount, using new or factory hardware.
6. Torque all mounting hardware to the vehicle manufacturer's specification.
7. Reinstall the wheel if removed, lower the vehicle, and inspect for clearance through full suspension travel.

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.