Install notes and evidence

Clayton source wording says: Bilstein B8 5160 Rear Shock (2-3in Lift) – JT Part Number: 25-329971 Product Type: Suspension Shock Absorber Series: B8 5160 Position: Rear Collapsed Length (in) : 16.83 Extended Length (in) : 28.41 Collapsed Length (mm) : 427.5 Extended Length (mm) : 721.7 Finish : Zinc Plated Reservoir : Yes Body Design : Smooth Body (Non-Coilover) Body Diameter (id) : 46mm Spring Seat Included : No Billet Reservoir Clamp Included : Yes Adjustable Damping : Non-Adjustable Bilstein B8 5160 remote reservoir shock absorbers are designed as a direct fit solution for lifted trucks and SUVs. Verify position, lift-height range, joint/bushing style, axle side versus frame side, alignment effect, and whether this is a standalone replacement or part of a larger Clayton kit.

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Bilstein B8 5160 Rear Shock (2-3in Lift) – JT

Vendor fitment: 2020-2026 JT Gladiator. Suspension & lifts with 8 inch lift-height data from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

Bilstein B8 5160 Rear Shock (2-3in Lift) – JT Part Number: 25-329971 Product Type: Suspension Shock Absorber Series: B8 5160 Position: Rear Collapsed Length (in) : 16.83 Extended Length (in) : 28.41 Collapsed Length (mm) : 427.5 Extended Length (mm) : 721.7 Finish : Zinc Plated Reservoir : Yes Body Design : Smooth Body (Non-Coilover) Body Diameter (id) : 46mm Spring Seat Included : No Billet Reservoir Clamp Included : Yes Adjustable Damping : Non-Adjustable Bilstein B8 5160 remote reservoir shock absorbers are designed as a direct fit solution for lifted trucks and SUVs. The remote reservoir will offer increased cooling capacity and wheel travel to optimize overall performance compared to a.

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BIL-25-329971

Price

$289

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Suspension lift height

This is a 2.5-3 inch lift-height family. Verify the exact engine, drive side, spring-capacity variant, and loaded vehicle weight before quoting because those choices can change final stance.

Sources

- Clayton Off Road product page: https://claytonoffroad.com/products/bilstein-b8-5160-rear-shock-2-3in-lift-jt

- Manufacturer instruction: Clayton product instructions PDF

- Source text: Models: JT Gladiator; Years: 2020-2026; Lift height: 8 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06 Bilstein B8 5160 Rear Shock (2-3in Lift) – JT Part Number: 25-329971 Product Type: Suspension Shock Absorber Series: B8 5160 Position: Rear Collapsed Length (in) : 16.83 Extended Length (in) : 28.41 Collapsed Length (mm) : 427.5 Extended Length (mm) : 721.7 Finish : Zinc Plated Reservoir : Yes Body Design : Smooth Body (Non-Coilover) Body Diameter (id) : 46mm Spring Seat Included : No Billet Reservoir Clamp Included : Yes Adjustable Damping : Non-Adjustable Bilstein B8 5160 remote reservoir shock absorbers are designed as a direct fit solution for lifted trucks and SUVs.

Fitment and build notes

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Models: JT Gladiator; Years: 2020-2026; Lift height: 8 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06