Overview
The Skyjacker B8543 is a rear Black MAX shock absorber with eyelet mounts at both ends. It has a 10.02 in. stroke, a 24.84 in. extended length and a 14.82 in. collapsed length, and it is sold individually.
The list is long and centered on 1975–1991 Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs, including C10, C20, C30, K10, K20 and K30 pickups, the Chevrolet K5 Blazer and the GMC Jimmy, as well as Suburban versions of those trucks. The shock uses a twin tube body with arc welded end mounts.
Key features
- Rear position
- Stroke of 10.02 in.
- Extended length of 24.84 in.
- Collapsed length of 14.82 in.
- Eyelet mounts at the top and bottom
- Arc welded 360 degree end mounts
- Twin tube construction with a chrome plated shaft
- Limited lifetime warranty
Specifications
| Brand | Skyjacker |
|---|---|
| Part number | SKYB8543 |
| Shock series | Black MAX |
| Position | Rear |
| Stroke | 10.02 in. |
| Extended length | 24.84 in. |
| Collapsed length | 14.82 in. |
| Top mount | Eyelet |
| Bottom mount | Eyelet |
| Shock type | Twin tube, hydraulic |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty |
Vehicle fitment
Skyjacker lists the B8543 for the 1987–1991 Chevrolet Blazer, the 1975–1986 Chevrolet C10, C20 and C30 pickups and K5 Blazer, and the Chevrolet K10 and K20 pickups from 1976–1986, with Suburban versions of each. Chevrolet R10, R20, R30, R1500 and R2500 Suburbans and V-series trucks from 1987 to 1991 are also listed.
GMC models in the list include C15, C25, C1500 and C2500 Suburbans from 1976–1986, the 1976–1991 GMC Jimmy, GMC K15, K25, K1500 and K2500 pickups and Suburbans, and GMC R1500, R2500 and V-series Suburbans from 1987 to 1991.
The list does not cover Jeep, Dodge or Ford trucks, or Chevrolet and GMC trucks outside the years named. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Most listed trucks come from the late 1970s and 1980s, so compare the stroke and collapsed length of the shock being replaced with the B8543 before ordering.
What’s included
The product details do not list a boot or mounting hardware. Confirm the package contents before installation.
Not included: a second SKYB8543 shock, sold separately.
