| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Subaru | Forester Sports 2.5 X |
| 2003 - 2008 | Subaru | Forester X |
| 2006 - 2008 | Subaru | Forester X L.L. Bean Edition |
| 2003 - 2005 | Subaru | Forester XS |
| 2005 | Subaru | Forester XS L.L. Bean Edition |
Tein EnduraPro PLUS Rear Right Shock Absorber | 2003-2008 Subaru Forester SG5 (VSS51-B1MS2-R)
Tein EnduraPro PLUS Rear Right Shock Absorber | 2003-2008 Subaru Forester SG5 (VSS51-B1MS2-R)
SKU:VSS51-B1MS2-R
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The Tein EnduraPro PLUS Rear Right Shock Absorber is a high-performance OE-shape damper designed specifically for the 2003-2008 Subaru Forester SG5. Engineered to replace worn or leaking original equipment shocks, these absorbers enhance ride quality and handling without altering the vehicle's ride height. Constructed to match the OE design, the shock features a lower spring seat shaped identically to the original, ensuring seamless integration. Compatible with the vehicle’s original springs and upper mounts, the EnduraPro PLUS offers improved damping characteristics, durability, and ride comfort. Its design allows for effective performance on daily driving and light off-road conditions, making it a reliable upgrade for maintaining vehicle stability and comfort.
This shock absorber is tailored for Subaru Forester SG5 models from 2003 to 2008, fitting vehicles equipped with the original suspension setup. It is a direct replacement for the factory rear right shock, suitable for use with OE springs or TEIN lowering springs for those seeking a lowered stance. The installation is straightforward, designed to bolt onto the existing mounting points without modifications. The kit includes the shock absorber itself, ensuring a complete replacement. Ideal for street driving and general use, this component provides enhanced handling, ride quality, and long-term durability for Subaru Forester owners seeking a reliable suspension upgrade.
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03-08 Subaru Forester SG5 EnduraPro PLUS Shock Absorbers by Tein
EnduraPro and EnduraPro PLUS are high-performance OE-shape shock absorbers. Designed to use with the vehicle's original (OE) spring and upper mount, their lower spring seat is shaped identical to the OE shock absorber. In addition to replacing worn or leaking OE dampers, these products are excellent to improve specs like ride quality or handling without changing your ride height. You can also use them with TEIN lowering springs.
A "sealed structure", attained by a new production formula, combines high quality with reduced cost. The top end of the shell pipe is narrowed, oil and gas are injected, and the whole unit is sealed by crimping the metal. This new approach massively shortens the production process. As a result, we have succeeded in vastly cutting production cost.
For strut-type suspensions a thickness increase improves the strength and durability of the bracket attaching to the vehicle (steering knuckle) compared to OE shock absorbers. This higher rigidity of the knuckle's support also improves steering feel and makes the ride feel more stable. Please note that the thickness increase varies per vehicle model.
The shell case, the key part of the shock absorber, is made of a high-strength material with tensile strength around 150% of the OE shell case. Weight increase is curbed by keeping the thickness of the cylinder wall the same. A bigger shell case diameter expands its oil capacity, for improved durability as well as a long-term stable damping force performance.
Exhibiting a stable viscosity in a broad temperature range, the high-performance damper oil sustains smooth strokes and a reliable damping force under all kinds of circumstances. It has excellent anti-foaming properties that protect it from cavitation (bubble-forming), and is resistant to overheating, so that it works noiselessly even on rough roads. The damper oil keeps up its superior performance long-term, because it is also resistant to deterioration over time.
The shell case's bright TEIN-green powder paint coating excels in strength and durability, while our coating technique is eco-friendly and without organic solvents. After pre-treatment, TEIN's patented 2-Layer, 1-Bake powder coating method with corrosion-proofing paint is used for superior durability and rust protection. Outstandingly corrosion-resistant, EnduraPro and EnduraPro PLUS can safely be used in regions with heavy snowfall or coastal areas, etc.
EnduraPro PLUS features 16-level damping force adjustment, for simultaneous adjustment of compression and rebound. Modify ride comfort and handling according to your preference, changing the properties of the shock absorber with the adjustment dial.
Features
- OE Shape
- Sealed Structure
- Fortified Installation Points
- Fortified Shell Case with Large Oil Capacity
- Rustproof Surface Treatment
- High-Performance Damper Oil
- Hydraulic Bump Stopper (H.B.S.) Mechanism
- Twin-Tube System
- 16-Level Damping Force Adjustment
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Applications
- 2003 - 2008 Subaru Forester (SG5)
Benefits
- High Strength
- Durable & Rustproof
- Superior Quality
What's In The Box?
- 1 - EnduraPro PLUS Shock (Rear Right)
Warranty
- Manufacturer Standard Warranty