Direct-fit rear OE upgrade shock for 1988–1997 Ford F53 V8 Class A motorhome chassis. 46mm monotube with Comfitrac® piston. Eyelet upper and lower mounts. Made in the USA.
The Bilstein 24-187022 B6 4600 Series Rear Shock Absorber is engineered specifically for Class A motorhomes built on the 1988–1997 Ford F53 V8 chassis. These are large, heavy coaches — many from well-known brands including Coachmen, Fleetwood, Winnebago, Thor, and others — that put enormous demands on their rear suspension every mile of highway travel. Worn rear shocks on these coaches translate directly into rear-end float, excessive body bounce, uncomfortable sway, and reduced driver control.
Bilstein's 46mm monotube design, featuring the Comfitrac® motorhome-specific working piston, replaces all of that with a tuned, controlled rear damping response purpose-built for the F53 platform. The result is dramatically reduced rear bounce over rough surfaces and expansion joints, improved lane-change stability, and the settled highway composure that makes long-distance travel in a Class A motorhome genuinely enjoyable.
Application-valved for the 1988–1997 F53 V8 Class A chassis — not a generic heavy-duty truck shock repurposed for motorhome use
Bilstein's motorhome-specific piston reacts instantly to sudden road harshness for superior rear comfort and stability
Fade-free rear damping under sustained Class A motorhome loads — cooler and more consistent than twin-tube alternatives
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA. Backed by Bilstein's limited lifetime warranty for the original purchaser
V8 Engine Specific: This shock is for the 1988–1997 Ford F53 chassis with the V8 engine. Verify your F53 chassis engine type before ordering — different F53 engine configurations may require different shocks. Generation Specific: The 1988–1997 F53 is a distinct chassis generation. For 1999–2009 F53 motorhomes, different part numbers apply — verify your chassis year carefully. Sold Individually: One shock per package. Bilstein recommends replacing rear shocks in axle pairs. Order qty 2 for a complete rear replacement. Companion Front Shock: The matching front shock for the 1988–1997 Ford F53 V8 is Bilstein 24-187015. Replacing front and rear together delivers the best overall improvement in ride and handling.
In The Box (Qty: 1 Shock Absorber): • Bilstein 24-187022 Rear Shock Absorber • Protective Boot NOT Included: • Mounting Hardware (uses existing OEM hardware) • Second shock (sold individually — order qty 2 for a complete rear pair)
24-187015 — Front B6 4600 shock for 1988–1997 Ford F53 V8 (pairs with this rear shock) For 1999–2009 Ford F53 motorhomes, different part numbers are required — verify your chassis year before ordering.
Bilstein Official Product Page Bilstein Technical Support: Website: www.bilstein.com Warranty: Limited Lifetime for original purchaser — B6 4600 series gas pressure shocks. Proof of purchase required. See full terms at Bilstein's website.
The 24-187022 fits the following Ford chassis at stock ride height. Class A motorhomes from a wide range of manufacturers were built on the F53 V8 chassis during this generation. Sold individually — order two for a complete rear replacement. Always verify your chassis year and engine configuration before ordering.
⚠️ Fitment cross-referenced across SuperSteer Parts, ShockWarehouse, LM Performance, SD Truck Springs, and Suspension Lifts. This shock is specific to the V8-powered 1988–1997 Ford F53 generation. For 1999–2009 F53 motorhomes, verify fitment with the appropriate Bilstein part numbers for that chassis generation.