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1968 - 1979 Volkswagen Transporter Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear (PRT) NEW

$ 38 .09
120-DayReturns
LifetimeWarranty
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Product Notes

Position: Rear
⚠️ Most jobs typically require 2 of this item.
Recommended OEM Replacement
PRT Shock Absorber

Brand: PRT
Condition: New
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Specifications & Info


Attribute Value
Adjustable No
Body Diameter 1.77"
Boot Included No
Coil Over Springs Included No
Compressed Length 13.31"
Dust Shield Included Yes
Dust Shield Material Metal
Extended Length 21.89"
Gas Charged Yes
Lower Mount Type Loop
Shock Absorber Body End Measuring Point Center Of The Loop
Shock Absorber Rod End Measuring Point Center Of The Loop
Shock Stroke 8.58"
Travel Length 8.58"
Upper Mount Type Loop

Vehicle Fitment Guide

This part fits the following vehicles:

Volkswagen 1 model (tapclick to expand)(tapclick to hide)
Transporter 1968-1979 (tapclick to expand)(tapclick to hide)
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SubmodelSUB-
MODEL
Body Style Years Engine Attributes
211 Standard Cargo Van 1974 H4 1.8L RWD U/K
211 Standard Cargo Van 1972 - 1973 H4 1.7L RWD U/K
211 Standard Cargo Van 1971 - 1974 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
211 Standard Passenger Van 1974 H4 1.8L RWD U/K
211 Standard Passenger Van 1972 - 1973 H4 1.7L RWD U/K
211 Standard Passenger Van 1971 - 1974 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
215 Standard Cargo Van 1972 - 1973 H4 1.7L RWD U/K
215 Standard Cargo Van 1971 - 1973 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
215 Standard Passenger Van 1972 - 1973 H4 1.7L RWD U/K
215 Standard Passenger Van 1971 - 1973 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
261 Standard Cargo Van 1971 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
261 Standard Passenger Van 1971 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
265 Standard Cargo Van 1971 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
265 Standard Passenger Van 1971 H4 1.6L RWD U/K
Base Standard Cargo Van 1974 H4 1.8L RWD Automatic & U/K
Base Standard Cargo Van 1972 - 1973 H4 1.7L RWD Automatic & U/K
Base Standard Cargo Van 1968 - 1974 H4 1.6L RWD Automatic & U/K
Base Standard Passenger Van 1979 H4 2.0L RWD U/K
Base Standard Passenger Van 1976 - 1979 H4 2.0L RWD Automatic & Manual
Base Standard Passenger Van 1975 H4 1.8L RWD Manual
Base Standard Passenger Van 1974 - 1975 H4 1.8L RWD Automatic & U/K
Base Standard Passenger Van 1972 - 1973 H4 1.7L RWD Automatic & U/K
Base Standard Passenger Van 1968 - 1974 H4 1.6L RWD Automatic & U/K
Campmobile Van Camper 1976 - 1979 H4 2.0L RWD Automatic & Manual
Campmobile Van Camper 1975 H4 1.8L RWD Automatic & Manual
Kombi Standard Passenger Van 1976 - 1979 H4 2.0L RWD Automatic & Manual
Kombi Standard Passenger Van 1975 H4 1.8L RWD Automatic & Manual
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  • Ships to all countries via US Postal Service Priority Mail.
  • Most orders ship within 1 business day.
  • Delivery time: 1-4 business days after shipment.
  • International shipping available, including APO/FPO addresses.
  • Tracking information provided for all shipments.
  • Additional handling fees may apply for oversized/overweight packages.

Return Policy

We want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. That's why we offer:

  • 120-Day Returns - Return any part within 120 days from date of receipt.
  • Must obtain RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number before returning.
  • Parts must be in original condition, uninstalled, unaltered, and in original packaging.
  • Important: Electrical parts are not returnable if unsealed.
  • Please inspect parts upon arrival and notify us within 5 days of receiving incorrect or damaged parts.
  • Refunds processed after warehouse receives return and credited to original payment method.

Warranty

This part comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Warranty begins on the original purchase date.

Warranty does NOT cover:

  • Shipping costs or labor expenses.
  • Installation errors.
  • Parts used for racing.
  • Commercial vehicle parts.

Fits Years: 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979

Fits Models: Transporter

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