Rear Suspension Strut Assembly for 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 - KYB 551116

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    Part number: 551116
    UPC: 781552567509
    Condition: New
    Weight: 6.10 LBS
    Item Package Quantity: 1
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    KYB Suspension Strut P/N:551116
    KYB Suspension Strut P/N:551116
    $164.99
    $164.99

    KYB 551116 rear suspension strut assembly for the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 is a high-pressure monotube gas strut that controls rear wheel movement. This KYB strut assembly belongs to the Gas-a-just line and helps restore the car's designed control and handling.

    • Gas-a-just monotube with two separate working chambers
    • Air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, plus a high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston
    • Ultra-smooth triple chrome plated piston rod to reduce seal wear
    • Higher gas pressure responds quickly to improve steering response
    • Gas-a-just design helps keep electronic safety systems performing as designed
    • Gas and oil are separated for fade-free operation and instant response

    Quick facts

    • Part: KYB 551116 suspension strut assembly
    • Fits: 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8
    • Position: Rear
    • Condition: New

    Oil on the strut body, a rear end that bounces after bumps or uneven tire wear can mean a strut is worn. Those signs alone do not prove the strut is the problem, since a worn tire can also make the ride bouncy. Replace the two rear struts together; this listing is one strut.

    Fits

    It is the OE monotube replacement for the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8.

    Specifications

    Fit and size

    • Position: Rear
    • Quantity per vehicle: 2

    Build and materials

    • Design: high-pressure monotube gas strut
    • Piston rod: triple chrome plated
    • Product line: KYB Gas-a-just
    • Condition: New

    In the box

    This listing holds one suspension strut assembly; the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 takes two.

    Interchange: F15728700C · F15728700D · 71123

    Product information is for general reference and may contain errors. See our Disclaimer.

    This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

    F15728700C, F15728700D, 71123

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the KYB rear strut assembly 551116 made for the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8?

    Yes. KYB 551116 is a rear suspension strut assembly for the 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8, and the car takes two.

    Is this KYB suspension strut assembly a gas-charged monotube?

    Yes. KYB 551116 is a high-pressure monotube gas strut, with a hydraulic piston and valve area and a nitrogen gas area in two separate chambers.

    What does the triple chrome plated rod on this KYB suspension strut do?

    The rod has an ultra-smooth triple chrome plated surface to reduce seal wear. Fluid leaking can be a cause of shock failure, so the seal matters.

    Could oil on a rear strut body mean it needs replacing?

    Yes, it can. Fluid leaking is a cause of shock failure, so oil on the strut body or a bouncy rear ride is worth having inspected.

    Is F15728700C an interchange number for the KYB 551116?

    Yes. F15728700C is one of the numbers on the interchange list for KYB 551116, along with F15728700D and 71123.

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