Bilstein B6 Front Shock — Performance Upgrade, Monotube | VW Vanagon T3 1979–1991 (97-4017-0)

Bilstein B6 Performance front shock absorber for the VW Vanagon (T3). The B6 upgrade over the stock-replacement B4 — same Bilstein monotube build, firmer valving for sharper response while staying at stock ride height.

Fitment

• VW Vanagon (Type 3 / T3) 1979-1991

Specifications

• EMPI Part #: 97-4017-0
• Bilstein Reference: 24-008204
• Performance level: B6 — upgrade over stock
• Collapsed length: 10.22" (259.5 mm)
• Extended length: 15.04" (382 mm)
• Sold individually (qty 2 per axle)

About Bilstein B6

Bilstein's monotube gas-pressure design has more than 60 years of OEM and motorsport pedigree behind it. The B6 series sits one step up from the OE-replacement B4 — firmer damping, faster response, no change to ride height.