Description

Black MAX twin tube shock absorbers have increased fluid capacity and utilize foam-cell technology. When the shock is working hard and gets hot, the foam-cell insert compresses to compensate for oil expansion which maintains consistent MAX performance throughout the operating temperature range of the shock. The foam-cell design also eliminates air inside the shock which allows for mounting in any direction. Arc-welded end mounts and select specific valving give this shock absorber MAX value.

Product Overview

Black MAX twin tube shock absorbers have increased fluid capacity and utilize foam-cell technology. When the shock is working hard and gets hot, the foam-cell insert compresses to compensate for oil expansion which maintains consistent MAX performance throughout the operating temperature range of the shock. The foam-cell design also eliminates air inside the shock which allows for mounting in any direction. Arc-welded end mounts and select specific valving give this shock absorber MAX value.

Features and Benefits

• Advanced Foam-Cell Technology
• Vehicle Specific Multi-Stage Valving
• Increased Fluid Capacity for MAX Heat Dissipation
• 360 Degree Arc Welded End Mounts
• 180 Degree Directional Mounting
• Twin Tube Construction
• Chrome Plated Shaft
• Sintered Iron Piston
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Product Details

Collapsed Length:	17.420 in.
Description:	BLACK MAX SHOCK ABSORBER
Extended Length:	30.460 in.
Part Number:	skyB8561
Shock Stroke:	13.040 in.
WARNING CA Proposition 65 Message:	California Residents- WARNING: Cancer and-or other Reproductive Harm. (For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov)
WARNING CA Proposition 65:	Yes

Kit Options

This item is available as a full kit.
Select a kit option in the following table if you are looking for this item in a bundle form with all associated components.

Kit option/s:

Thumb	SKU	Kit Title
	sky179BK-B	Skyjacker 8.5-9" 8-79 BRONCO 4WD (1x skyR300, 1x sky179, 1x sky179B, 1x skyB8561, 1x skyB8559, 2x skyB8560)
	sky179BKS-B	Skyjacker 8.5-9" 78-79 BRO W/RR SPRGS (1x sky179, 2x skyFR56S, 1x sky179BS, 1x skyB8561, 1x skyB8559, 2x skyB8560)
	sky179PK-B	Skyjacker 8.5-9" 73-79 F150 4WD (1x skyR3120, 1x sky179, 1x sky179P, 2x skyB8561, 2x skyB8559)
	sky179PKS-B	Skyjacker 9" 73-79 F150 W/REAR SPRGS (1x sky179, 2x skyFR56S, 1x sky179PS, 2x skyB8561, 2x skyB8559)
	skyYJ60MK-B	Skyjacker 6"MONO KIT,87-95 YJ W/POWER (1x skyYJ60M, 2x skyB8561, 2x skyB8588)

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-10-14 23:07:05

Features

Specifications

Product Attributes - Brand

Skyjacker Suspensions

Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number

B8561

Product Attributes - Part Type

Shocks and Struts

Product Attributes - Product Line

Skyjacker Black MAX Shocks

Product Attributes - UPC

803696238791

Product Attributes - Ride Height

Lifted

Product Attributes - Ride Height Note

Additional ride height information may be available for your vehicle, please refer to the app tab.

Product Attributes - Lifted Amount Range (in.)

1.00-8.00 in.

Product Attributes - Extended Length (in.)

30.46

Product Attributes - Collapsed Length (in.)

17.42

Product Attributes - Internal Design

Twin-tube

Product Attributes - Adjustable Valving

No

Product Attributes - Gas Charged

No

Product Attributes - Upper Mount

Stud

Product Attributes - Lower Mount

Eyelet

Product Attributes - Bushing Material

Polyurethane

Product Attributes - Bushing Color

Black

Product Attributes - Boot Included

Yes

Product Attributes - Boot Color

Black

Product Attributes - Remanufactured

No

Product Attributes - Quantity

Sold individually.

Compatibility