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Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ)

SKU: SKYB8518

Shocks and Struts

SKY Black Max Shock Absorber...

Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ)

SKU: SKYB8518

Shocks and Struts

SKY Black Max Shock Absorber...

A$230.27
IN STOCK! Est Ship 3-5 days. This item is IN STOCK at one of our warehouses or distribution centres, the ETA is the approximate time required to prepare your order for dispatch.
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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:13.710 in.
Description:BLACK MAX SHOCK ABSORBER
Extended Length:22.580 in.
Part Number:skyB8518
Shock Stroke:8.870 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
skyTJ20-B Skyjacker COMP BOX, 2" 97-02 TJ POLY (2x skyB8518, 2x skyB8516, 1x skyTJ20)
skyXJ20-B Skyjacker COMP BOX 2" 84-01 JEEP XJ/M (2x skyB8518, 2x skyB8516, 1x skyXJ20)
skyTJ253KU-B Skkyjacker Jeep Wrangler TJ 2.5in Suspension Lift Kit (1x skyTJ253, 2x skyB8518, 2x skyB8516, 1x skyTJ25RDR, 1x skyTJ25FDR)

Part Type

Shocks and Struts

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-10-14 23:07:06

Features

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

Specifications

Product Attributes - Brand
Skyjacker Suspensions
Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number
B8518
Product Attributes - Part Type
Shocks and Struts
Product Attributes - Product Line
Skyjacker Black MAX Shocks
Product Attributes - UPC
803696238487
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.)
1.00-3.00 in.
Product Attributes - Extended Length (in.)
22.58
Product Attributes - Collapsed Length (in.)
13.71
Product Attributes - Internal Design
Twin-tube
Product Attributes - Adjustable Valving
No
Product Attributes - Gas Charged
No
Product Attributes - Upper Mount
T-bar
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.

Reference Information

Brand Name/s Skyjacker
StreetFX SKU skyB8518
SFX Item ID 4327574
Supplier Item Code 4327574
Manufacturer SKU B8518
Manufacturer UPC 803696238487
Alternative References sja-b8518

Compatibility

Application Data
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1984
    Ending Year1985
    Engine TypeL4
    Liter2.5
    CID150
    Engine Size2.5L/150
    Engine FamilyAMC 4-cylinder
    Drivetrain4WD
    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeU
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    Liter2.5
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    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeU
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    SubmodelBASE
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    Ending Year1986
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    Liter2.8
    CID173
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    Engine FamilyGM V6
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    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeW
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    Ending Year1986
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    Engine VIN CodeW
  • UniversalNo
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    Engine VIN CodeU
  • UniversalNo
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    Ending Year1985
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    Liter2.5
    CID150
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    Engine VIN CodeU
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1986
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    Liter2.8
    CID173
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    Engine FamilyGM V6
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    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
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    Engine VIN CodeW
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1986
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    Liter2.8
    CID173
    Engine Size2.8L/173
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    Shock PositionRear Right
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeW
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1987
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    Liter2.1
    CID126
    Engine Size2.1L/126
    Engine FamilyRenault diesel 4-cylinder
    Drivetrain4WD
    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeB
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1987
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    Liter2.1
    CID126
    Engine Size2.1L/126
    Engine FamilyRenault diesel 4-cylinder
    Drivetrain4WD
    Shock PositionRear Right
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeB
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1987
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    Liter2.1
    CID126
    Engine Size2.1L/126
    Engine FamilyRenault diesel 4-cylinder
    DrivetrainRWD
    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeB
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1987
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    Liter2.1
    CID126
    Engine Size2.1L/126
    Engine FamilyRenault diesel 4-cylinder
    DrivetrainRWD
    Shock PositionRear Right
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeB
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1986
    Ending Year1988
    Engine TypeL4
    Liter2.5
    CID150
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    Drivetrain4WD
    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeH
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1986
    Ending Year1988
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    Liter2.5
    CID150
    Engine Size2.5L/150
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    Shock PositionRear Right
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeH
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    Ending Year1988
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    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeH
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
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    Liter2.5
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    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeH
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
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    Ending Year1988
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    Liter4.0
    CID242
    Engine Size4.0L/242
    Engine FamilyAMC inline 6-cylinder
    Drivetrain4WD
    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeM
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
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    Ending Year1988
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    Liter4.0
    CID242
    Engine Size4.0L/242
    Engine FamilyAMC inline 6-cylinder
    Drivetrain4WD
    Shock PositionRear Right
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeM
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1987
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    Liter4.0
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    DrivetrainRWD
    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeM
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
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    Beginning Year1987
    Ending Year1988
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    Liter4.0
    CID242
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    Shock PositionRear Right
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeM
  • UniversalNo
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    Ending Year1990
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    Shock PositionRear Left
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    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeE
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    SubmodelBASE
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    Liter2.5
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    Drivetrain4WD
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    Body StyleSport Utility
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    Engine VIN CodeE
  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
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    Liter2.5
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  • UniversalNo
    MakeJEEP
    ModelCHEROKEE
    SubmodelBASE
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    CID242
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    Shock PositionRear Left
    Body StyleSport Utility
    Application Notesw/Black Boot; 22.58 in. Extended; 13.71 in. Collapsed; w/1 - 3 in. Lift
    Engine VIN CodeL

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