Advanced damping technology for enhanced vehicle performance and safety.
The Monroe Sensa-Trac shock absorber is engineered to provide superior ride quality and handling for passenger vehicles. Utilizing position sensitive damping (PSD) technology, this shock absorber features precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube that enhance responsiveness to varying road conditions and vehicle weight. The nitrogen gas charged design helps maintain optimal tire-to-road contact by minimizing aeration, ensuring consistent performance across diverse driving scenarios.
Constructed with a Fluon banded piston, the Sensa-Trac shock absorber offers improved sealing and durability, contributing to a longer service life. The full displaced valving is specifically tuned for each application, allowing for automatic adjustments to road extremes, which enhances ride consistency. Additionally, the larger bore design provides more efficient control, making it a reliable choice for vehicle-specific applications.
With its robust steel construction and thoughtful design features, the Monroe Sensa-Trac shock absorber is a practical solution for those seeking to improve their vehicle's handling and safety characteristics. The inclusion of all-weather fluid reduces friction for smooth operation, while the unique groove tube design acts as an additional stage of valving, optimizing ride tuning for various driving conditions.
Features
- All Weather Fluid: Contains Special Modifiers To Reduce Friction And Ensure Smooth Rod Reaction
- Full Displaced Valving: Tuned Specifically For Each Application, This Valving Automatically Adjusts To Road Extremes To Provide Consistency And Ride
- Fluon Banded Piston: The Fluon Band Provides Consistent Sealing Between The Piston And Pressure Tube Which Delivers Better Control And Increased Durability
- Larger Bore Than Most Shocks To Provide More Efficient And Consistent Control
- Unique Groove Tube - PSD: Precision Tapered Grooves In The Pressure Tube Perform Like An Additional Stage Of Valving For Optimum Ride Tuning
- Nitrogen Gas Charged: For Improved Ride And Handling, Helps Maintain Tire To Road Contact By Reducing Aeration - On Most Applications
- Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized Rod For Long Service Life
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Monroe
- Manufacturer Part Number: 5850
- Type: Nitrogen Gas Charged
- With Coil Spring: No
- Extended Length (IN): 14 Inch
- Compressed Length (IN): 9-1/2 Inch
- Upper Mounting Style: Eyelet
- Lower Mounting Style: Eyelet
- Adjustable Valving: No
- Quantity: Single
- Universality: Vehicle Specific
- Internal Design: Monotube
- Body Color: Black
- Rod Diameter (IN): 1/2 Inch
- Valving Type: Application Specific Valving
- Rod Material: Steel
- Body Material: Steel
- With Reservoir: No
- Includes Dust Shield: Yes
- Includes Hardware: No
- Includes Boot: No
- Estimated Install Time (Hours): 0.5
Compatibility / Fit
- 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvette
Technical Documents
Shipping & Returns
- This product ships within the continental USA only.
- This product typically ships within 1 to 3 business days.
- Returns are accepted within 30 days for items in like-new condition. For complete details, please see our return policy.
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