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Shock Absorber - MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS (74454)
74454
- Sale Price: $84.39
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- SKU:
74454
- GTIN: 00048598034885
- UPC: 048598034885
- Description: Tough Monroe® Magnum® shock absorbers for transit buses deliver a firm, controlled ride for greater stability and increased driver and passenger comfort. Magnum transit bus shocks are designed to meet or exceed demanding OE manufacturer specifications.
Monroe Magnum 74454 Suspension Shock Absorber
Magnum Shock Absorber- FOR HARDWORKING TRANSIT BUSES -- Designed to handle the demands of high mileage and severe use transit buses
- CONSISTENT RIDE -- All-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown while larger 2-3/4-in. reserve tube holds more fluid to improve performance (when required)
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING -- 10-Stage valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger 1-3/4-in. bore allows valve finetuning by allowing more hydraulic fluid to dissipate heat for better control
- STRONG AND DURABLE -- Shouldered bushing and bonded bushing with sleeve protects from bushing walkout for improved quality; arc welds up to 360° for durability
- BUILT TO LAST -- Robust hydraulic lock-out prevents over extension of air bags, top-out of the piston and averts damage to seal assembly (when required)
- LONGER SERVICE LIFE -- Bearing with PTFE coating reduces friction between rod and rod guide combined with nitrocarburized piston rod provides durability and longer service life (most applications)
- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS -- Delivers exceptional control and isolates impact-related noise, vibration and harshness under most driving conditions
- BUY WITH CONFIDENCE -- Comes with Monroe’s 90-day Risk Free Ride Offer and Limited Commercial Warranty
- Condition: New
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Vehicle Fitment
Vehicle Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Body & Trim | Engine & Transmission |
|---|
Key Product Information
Additional Information
| Brand | Monroe Shocks and Struts Magnum |
| UPC | 00048598034885 |
| Compressed Length | 16.75 425.5 |
| Extended Length | 26.406 670.7 |
| Travel Length | 9.656 245.3 |
| Lower Mount Type | Loop Bushing Mount - 1" Bushing ID X 1.3/4" Bushing OAL |
| Lower Mount Code | L4 |
| Upper Mount Type | Loop Bushing Mount - 1" Bushing ID X 1.3/4" Bushing OAL |
| Upper Mount Code | L4 |
| Shock Absorber Rod End Measuring Point | Center of Loop |
| Shock Absorber Body End Measuring Point | Center of Loop |
| Gas Charged | No |
| Parts Pack(s) | None |
| Body Diameter | 2.75 69.9 |
| Finish | Painted |
| Dust Shield Included | Yes |
| Dust Shield Diameter | 3.15 80 |
| Dust Shield Material | Metal |
| Shock Absorber Bore Size | 1.75 44.5 |
| Includes Bump Stop | No |
| Internal Rebound Bumper | No |
| Hydraulic Lockout | Yes |
| Internal Construction Type | Twin Tube |
| Adjustable Damping | No |
| Part Description | Shock Absorber |
| Shaft Diameter | 18 |
Features and Benefits
Key Product Benefits
- FOR HARDWORKING TRANSIT BUSES -- Designed to handle the demands of high mileage and severe use transit buses
- CONSISTENT RIDE -- All-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown while larger 2-3/4-in. reserve tube holds more fluid to improve performance (when required)
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING -- 10-Stage valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger 1-3/4-in. bore allows valve finetuning by allowing more hydraulic fluid to dissipate heat for better control
- STRONG AND DURABLE -- Shouldered bushing and bonded bushing with sleeve protects from bushing walkout for improved quality; arc welds up to 360° for durability
- BUILT TO LAST -- Robust hydraulic lock-out prevents over extension of air bags, top-out of the piston and averts damage to seal assembly (when required)
- LONGER SERVICE LIFE -- Bearing with PTFE coating reduces friction between rod and rod guide combined with nitrocarburized piston rod provides durability and longer service life (most applications)
- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS -- Delivers exceptional control and isolates impact-related noise, vibration and harshness under most driving conditions
- BUY WITH CONFIDENCE -- Comes with Monroe’s 90-day Risk Free Ride Offer and Limited Commercial Warranty
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