Monroe MA702 Air Suspension Shock - Rear

Monroe Max-Air Air Shock Absorber MA702

The Monroe Max-Air Air Shock Absorber MA702 is built for rear suspension applications that need adjustable support for towing and hauling. It can be inflated or deflated up to 150 PSI to help maintain level ride height when extra weight is added, with capacity limited by the vehicle’s suspension, tires, and transmission.

Compatible with classic rear suspension applications such as Chevrolet Bel Air, Chevrolet Caprice, Chevrolet El Camino, Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Pontiac GTO, Pontiac Tempest, and Pontiac Grand Prix, this air shock is a practical choice for load-leveling control on select 1963-1970 vehicles.

Key Features

• Adjustable air pressure up to 150 PSI for rear ride-height control
• Supports hauling and towing use cases with added load management
• Compressed bumper stop and dust shield included in the shock design
• Rubber dust shield material for added protection
• 8.125 inches of travel length for suspension movement
• Upper cross pin mount with closed-ended 5/16 inch hole ID
• Lower L1/CP4 mounting configuration

Product Line Details

Monroe Max-Air Air Shock Absorbers are part of Monroe’s load-adjustable shock line for vehicles that need rear suspension support under changing cargo or trailer weight. The MA702 is a rear air shock absorber with a 12.625-inch compressed length and 20.75-inch extended length, giving it the range needed for select classic GM rear suspension setups.

This part cross-references Continental 49128 and Wix 49152 for the same application.

Detailed Description

The Monroe MA702 is an air shock absorber for rear suspension applications where maintaining level height matters during towing or hauling. Its adjustable air chamber lets you fine-tune support for added weight, while the built-in dust shield and bumper stop features help protect the shock in everyday use. For vehicles such as Chevrolet El Camino, Pontiac GTO, and Buick Skylark, the MA702 provides a direct-fit solution for select rear suspension layouts.

Use the Monroe Max-Air Air Shock Absorber MA702 when the vehicle needs additional rear support without changing the basic suspension setup. It is a fitment-specific part for 1963-1970 Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models listed below.

What It Helps Address

• Rear sag when carrying cargo or towing a trailer
• Uneven ride height after adding load to the vehicle
• Loss of suspension control under heavier rear weight
• Need for adjustable rear support on select classic GM applications
• Replacement of a worn rear air shock absorber

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1965-1970 Chevrolet Bel Air, rear; 1966-1970 Chevrolet Caprice, rear; 1964-1967 Chevrolet El Camino, rear; 1964-1966 Buick Skylark, rear; 1967 Buick Skylark, rear; 1964-1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass, rear; 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass, rear; 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, rear; 1964-1966 Pontiac GTO, rear; 1967 Pontiac GTO, rear; 1964-1966 Pontiac Tempest, rear; 1967 Pontiac Tempest, rear; 1963-1964 Pontiac Bonneville, rear; 1963-1964 Pontiac Catalina, rear; 1963-1964 Pontiac Grand Prix, rear; 1966-1970 Chevrolet Caprice, rear.

Replacement requires a separate left and right fill system with AK18 or AK64 Air Line Kit for the listed applications. Verify compressed length, extended length, and mounting style against the original shock before installation.

Quality Assurance

Monroe manufactures the Max-Air line for load-adjustable suspension service, and the MA702 is built to match the listed mounting and dimensional requirements for the confirmed applications.