Steady the rear ride of your heavy-duty Blue Bird bus with the Monroe Magnum MONROE shock absorber (MPN 65166), a rear-position, gas-charged unit built for the demands of class 6-8 vehicles. It's listed for the 1989-2024 Blue Bird All American FE, the 1989-2024 Blue Bird All American RE, and the 2004-2024 Blue Bird Vision School Bus — see the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-level details.
This MONROE gas magnum shock absorber is Monroe's first gas-charged, large-bore shock for air spring and taper leaf suspensions, using a nitrogen charge for the fast response heavy-duty truck and bus suspensions demand.
- Nitrogen gas-charge: helps maintain tire-to-road contact by reducing aeration and shock fade for improved ride and handling.
- 10-stage valving: tuned to each vehicle, with a larger 1-3/4-in. bore for more efficient damping control (most applications).
- All-weather fluid: special additives assist in extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown; a larger 2-3/8-in. reserve tube holds more fluid (most applications).
- Durable build: shouldered and bonded bushing with sleeve guards against bushing walkout, arc welds up to 360°, a PTFE-coated bearing between rod and rod guide, a nitrocarburized piston rod, and a robust hydraulic lock-out that helps prevent over-extension of air bags and piston top-out (most applications).
Designed to isolate impact-related noise, vibration and harshness, this rear shock absorber is backed by Monroe's 90-day Risk Free Ride Offer and Limited Commercial Warranty. For balanced ride control, replacing rear shocks as a pair is good practice.
Interchange: 88035 · 44185090 · 315389 · 471700000464 · 47170000464
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88035, 44185090, 65166, 315389, 471700000464, 47170000464
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Monroe rear shock absorber fit my Blue Bird bus?
It's listed for the 1989-2024 Blue Bird All American FE, the 1989-2024 Blue Bird All American RE, and the 2004-2024 Blue Bird Vision School Bus. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your application.
What is the MONROE gas magnum shock absorber?
The Magnum is Monroe's gas-charged, large-bore shock designed for air spring and taper leaf suspensions on class 6-8 trucks and buses, using a nitrogen charge for fast response.
What position does this shock mount in?
This is a rear shock absorber for the listed applications.
What are signs this shock may need replacing?
Excessive bouncing, poor ride control, fluid leakage from the shock body, or reduced tire-to-road contact. Diagnose the cause before replacing, since these signs can have other causes.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. It comes with Monroe's 90-day Risk Free Ride Offer and Limited Commercial Warranty.
