Position Sensitive Damping

BILSTEIN B8 8100 (Bypass).

BILSTEIN B8 8100 (Bypass) is a direct fit, position sensitive damper specifically designed for light trucks and SUVs. Bypass shock absorbers offer the most compliant ride in all conditions and provide maximum bottom out control when the road gets rough. Utilizing an adjustable external bypass shock is the easiest and most effective way to tune your suspension for ultimate performance.

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Features & Benefits

Dual tube external bypass offers position sensitive damping with independent adjustment for rebound and compression

Incremental flow adjuster offers finite and incremental changes in damping force for precise adjustments

Vehicle specific tuning with the ability to make a wide range of adjustments

Billet rod end with vulcanized mounts for an exact OE fit and long-term durability

Bottom port reservoir hose provides increased bottom out control during the compression cycle

60mm large bore hard anodized aluminum piston offers a greater range of damping control and delivers exceptional long-term durability

18mm piston rod provides brute tensile strength and reduces internal gas force ramp-up providing a smoother ride

60mm remote reservoir with machined aluminum chassis mounts

Direct fit for easy installation

Owner rebuildable

Limited 2 year warranty

Position Sensitive Damping

Dual tube external bypass offers position sensitive damping with independent adjustment for rebound and compression.

Bottom Out Control

The Bump Zone, located above the compression bypass tube, increases bottoming control and eliminates the need for a hydraulic bump stop.

Direct Fit

Billet rod end with vulcanized mounts for an exact OE fit and long-term durability.

Vehicle Specific Tuning

The BILSTEIN B8 8100 (Bypass) is tuned for each application and features a wide range of damping adjustments. An incremental flow adjuster offers finite changes in damping force for precise tuning.

Larger Piston Diameter

The 60mm large bore hard anodized aluminum piston combined with an 18mm piston rod offer a greater range of damping control, provides brute tensile strength and reduces internal gas force ramp-up for a smoother ride and exceptional long-term durability.