{"product_id":"bilstein-24-228398-suspension-shock-absorber-rear","title":"Bilstein 24-228398 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBilstein B6 Rear Shock Absorber\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bilstein B6 Performance rear shock absorber is a direct OE-style upgrade for drivers who want sharper handling without changing the factory spring setup. Built with Bilstein’s monotube internal design and application-specific valving, this rear damper is made for the Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86, and Scion FR-S.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 24-228398 is engineered to improve control, stability, and response while maintaining the OE spring pairing these vehicles were designed around. The yellow-painted finish and stem upper mount with 12.1 mm eye lower mount support a clean, factory-style installation on the rear suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBilstein B6 Performance series rear shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonotube internal design for consistent damping response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication-specific valve settings for rear suspension tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to pair with the OE factory spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow painted finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper mount type: stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower mount type: eye, 12.1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance and Fitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBilstein B6 Performance dampers are built as a performance upgrade over OE dampers while keeping the original spring package in place. For rear suspension service on the Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86, and Scion FR-S, part number 24-228398 provides a direct replacement option focused on handling precision and safety-oriented control. This part cross-references Bilstein 24-228435 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 2013-2020 Subaru BRZ, rear; 2017-2020 Toyota 86, rear; and 2013-2016 Scion FR-S, rear. If you are searching for a rear shock absorber for Subaru BRZ 2013-2020, Toyota 86 2017-2020, or Scion FR-S 2013-2016, this Bilstein B6 Performance damper matches those applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Shock Absorber Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear suspension bounce or oscillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced body control during cornering and braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn OE damper performance on factory spring setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInconsistent rear-end response over uneven pavement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of handling precision in daily driving or spirited use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by model year before installation, since this damper is specific to the listed Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86, and Scion FR-S applications. Confirm the stem upper mount and 12.1 mm eye lower mount match the vehicle’s original hardware layout, and reuse the OE factory spring as intended for the B6 Performance design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBilstein tests B6 Performance dampers to meet or exceed OE standards. Each unit is built with a monotube design and application-specific valving to support consistent performance and dependable rear suspension control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bilstein","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51955880132789,"sku":"BBGL-24-228398","price":190.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/B5_24228398_Fro.jpg?v=1775061792","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bilstein-24-228398-suspension-shock-absorber-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}