--- product_id: 9034474 title: "565045 MonoMax Gas Shock , Red" brand: "kyb" price: "€ 115.19" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Kyb" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/9034474-565045-monomax-gas-shock-red store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 40% more damping power monotube heavy-duty design zinc-coated piston ring seal 565045 MonoMax Gas Shock , Red **Brand:** kyb **Price:** € 115.19 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate your truck’s ride with unstoppable power and precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 565045 MonoMax Gas Shock , Red by kyb - **How much does it cost?** € 115.19 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/9034474-565045-monomax-gas-shock-red) ## Best For - kyb enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kyb brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Fade-Free Handling:** Automatically adapts to driving conditions, delivering consistent, reliable performance mile after mile. - • **Durability Meets Protection:** Zinc-coated stainless steel piston ring and rubber dust boot shield against dirt, rust, and wear. - • **Lifetime Warranty Confidence:** Invest once, drive worry-free with KYB’s trusted lifetime warranty backing your upgrade. - • **Built for the Toughest Trucks:** Heavy-duty monotube design engineered specifically for trucks that haul, tow, and conquer rugged terrain. - • **Unmatched Damping Performance:** Up to 40% more control and stability than standard shocks for that confident drive. ## Overview The KYB 565045 MonoMax Gas Shock is a heavy-duty monotube shock absorber designed exclusively for trucks, delivering up to 40% more damping performance than standard shocks. Featuring a zinc-coated stainless steel piston ring and protective rubber boot, it ensures durability and fade-free handling under the toughest conditions. Ideal for trucks that tow, haul, or tackle off-road challenges, it comes backed by a lifetime warranty for lasting peace of mind. ## Description Tough conditions demand tough truck shocks. The large bore KYB MonoMax provides the additional stability that heavier, more powerful or high center of gravity vehicles demand. The KYB MonoMax is a heavy duty monotube shock absorber that provides the most handling, control and durability of any KYB shock; and it’s just for trucks. The MonoMax’s tough design automatically adjusts to driving conditions with fade-free performance. The KYB MonoMax has an outstanding reputation for vehicles that do real work, go off-road, tow a trailer or haul heavy loads. It uses a work-ready, zinc-coated steel piston ring and includes an off-road dust boot. Review: Not a Bilstein, but very good value. NOT a typical DIY shock job. Gen 1 Xterras.Lifetime Warranty - If you prefer not to spend $87 a front Bilstein shock, with its very stiff ride, this KYB Monomax shock for $50 is a very good value. The lifetime warranty is reasonably decent, so save your receipts for purchase and/or install. Because these heavy duty shocks come without a compression strap (meaning they are uncompressed in the box), installation is not a typical DIY job. These are very, very STIFF shocks. versus Bilsteins. You are not going to compress them by hand. No way. The only work around IMO is to build a jig so that you can use a bottle jack in a vertical position to compress the shock down to at least 12 inches. String wire or strong twine around both necks of the shock to hold that compression. Along with your car jack and jack stands,you will need to remove both front tires (21mm wheel nut OEM) to remove your old shocks and mount these new ones. If you live in the north, make sure you soak your fittings on your old shocks with several doses of PB Blaster or something similar for several days. Breaker bar (18"-24") will be required as well as a deep sockets on the lower 17mm fitting to remove it and the 14 mm nut on top. Due to the rust problem in the North,I usually use a very large (cheapo) channel lock to hold the top of the shock while I turn the 14 mm upper nut (I usually break the stud completely off!) with my breaker bar/ seep socket set up. (Forget the nonsense shown on You Tube to get this done if you live in the rust belt). You CANNOT Use some of the new incidental parts provided by KYB which are 2 rubber washers, 3 domed washers, and 2 nuts. The rubber (RUBBER) washers simply will NOT work. To install, Keep the 2 old metal domed washers that are stuck on the upper bracket; do not remove them unless really warped or missing, and keep your old rubber washers unless really deformed. 4 metal domed washers are required for the finished install; KYB provides 3, so make sure you keep the 2 I previously mentioned that come from the OEM. As I pointed out above, These shocks do NOT come compressed like many others are with compression tape. Also, they are slightly taller than the OEM shocks. So, unlike cheapo shocks, you will need to compress them before hand with a jig down to 12 inches in length. Use wire or strong twine around both necks to retain that length for install. Cut when you are confident both ends are fixed in their correct position and the bottom bolt and lock nut is securely fastened. Not before. Coat all threads with marine grease before installing and tightening. I would avoid using "lock nut". Review: You'll be surprised how much it improves the ride - I put them on the front of a 97 Nissan Hardbody (d21). These are great shocks, great value. Original shocks were worn out, would stay compressed with no effort, see the picture. This Monomax is slightly larger diameter, the welds look good. The hardware that came with it was high quality. Install was a breeze, toughest part was compressing but that's the whole point of the shock. Just use your noggin and maybe some baling wire. Not more difficult than replacing brakes for instance, so if you're a car guy with a basic set of hand tools, you'll be fine. Ride quality is very good. Immediately notice the improvement and have continued to enjoy the improvement in driving. Proper balance of stiff when running, and then absorbing/rebounding when it's a deeper bump. The handling is restored, no more diving and body roll when braking, turning. Shiny red paint looks great, comes with the sticker separate so you can dress up your toolbox if that's your thing. Just a great shock and I'll be buying them for the rear as well. Nobody paid me anything for this review I work hard for my money, bought the shock and this Monomax just works. ## Features - Maximum performance upgrade with up to 40% more damping performance than standard shock absorbers - Perfect solution when you need to upgrade suspension performance on your truck - Truck monotube design outperforms all other standard shock absorbers - Zinc-coated, stainless steel piston ring provides a positive seal in the most extreme conditions - Rubber boot to protect the shaft and keep dirt and debris away from the seals ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000C42RKK | | Auto Part Position | Center | | Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit | | Best Sellers Rank | #793,023 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #115 in Automotive Performance Shocks & Struts #3,780 in Automotive Replacement Shocks | | Brand Name | KYB | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Truck | | Compressed Length | 8.46 Inches | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (71) | | Extended Length | 11.97 Inches | | Exterior Finish | Machined | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00781552003083 | | Included Components | Shocks and Struts | | Item Type Name | Shocks and Struts | | Item Weight | 110.66 Grams | | Manufacturer | KYB | | Manufacturer Part Number | 565045 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | KYB Limited Warranty warrants to the original retail purchaser that each new KYB product purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects for the specific periods listed below, when used on private passenger vehicles and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions. Warranty Period A. lifetime: All KYB Shocks Absorbers, Struts, and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB … | | Material Type | Stainless,Rubber,Steel | | Model Number | 565045 | | OEM Equivalent Part Number | 565045 | | Part Interchange Info | 565045 | | Set Name | Truck | | Style Name | Heavy Duty,Monotube | | UPC | 781552003083 | ## Product Details - **Auto Part Position:** Center - **Brand:** KYB - **Exterior Finish:** Machined - **Style:** Heavy Duty,Monotube - **Vehicle Service Type:** Truck ## Images ![565045 MonoMax Gas Shock , Red - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61WPD6sRupL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Guys Its Front Shock Or Rear?** A: This is a front shock for various Nissan applications **Q: Will this fit my 1996 Nissan hardbody** A: If it’s 4 wheel drive then yes **Q: Will this shock fit a 2001 nissan frontier se crew cab ?** A: Yes, I installed these (front and rear) on my 2001 Nissan Frontier SE Crew Cab 4x4. The mono-max is heavy enough for this truck and the ride feels solid. I previously had Monroe shocks, they kept leaking and were too soft. You will not be able to hand compress these, for the rears I used a ratchet strap during install.The fronts I compressed with a small piece of hardwood leveraged against the frame. **Q: Is this for a pair or just a single shock and do they fit a 1987 Nissan 4x4?** A: There single shocks, they don't come in pairs. I but them for a 2004 Nissan Xterra 4x4 ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not a Bilstein, but very good value. NOT a typical DIY shock job. Gen 1 Xterras.Lifetime Warranty *by H***M on August 23, 2018* If you prefer not to spend $87 a front Bilstein shock, with its very stiff ride, this KYB Monomax shock for $50 is a very good value. The lifetime warranty is reasonably decent, so save your receipts for purchase and/or install. Because these heavy duty shocks come without a compression strap (meaning they are uncompressed in the box), installation is not a typical DIY job. These are very, very STIFF shocks. versus Bilsteins. You are not going to compress them by hand. No way. The only work around IMO is to build a jig so that you can use a bottle jack in a vertical position to compress the shock down to at least 12 inches. String wire or strong twine around both necks of the shock to hold that compression. Along with your car jack and jack stands,you will need to remove both front tires (21mm wheel nut OEM) to remove your old shocks and mount these new ones. If you live in the north, make sure you soak your fittings on your old shocks with several doses of PB Blaster or something similar for several days. Breaker bar (18"-24") will be required as well as a deep sockets on the lower 17mm fitting to remove it and the 14 mm nut on top. Due to the rust problem in the North,I usually use a very large (cheapo) channel lock to hold the top of the shock while I turn the 14 mm upper nut (I usually break the stud completely off!) with my breaker bar/ seep socket set up. (Forget the nonsense shown on You Tube to get this done if you live in the rust belt). You CANNOT Use some of the new incidental parts provided by KYB which are 2 rubber washers, 3 domed washers, and 2 nuts. The rubber (RUBBER) washers simply will NOT work. To install, Keep the 2 old metal domed washers that are stuck on the upper bracket; do not remove them unless really warped or missing, and keep your old rubber washers unless really deformed. 4 metal domed washers are required for the finished install; KYB provides 3, so make sure you keep the 2 I previously mentioned that come from the OEM. As I pointed out above, These shocks do NOT come compressed like many others are with compression tape. Also, they are slightly taller than the OEM shocks. So, unlike cheapo shocks, you will need to compress them before hand with a jig down to 12 inches in length. Use wire or strong twine around both necks to retain that length for install. Cut when you are confident both ends are fixed in their correct position and the bottom bolt and lock nut is securely fastened. Not before. Coat all threads with marine grease before installing and tightening. I would avoid using "lock nut". ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You'll be surprised how much it improves the ride *by B***Y on December 27, 2019* I put them on the front of a 97 Nissan Hardbody (d21). These are great shocks, great value. Original shocks were worn out, would stay compressed with no effort, see the picture. This Monomax is slightly larger diameter, the welds look good. The hardware that came with it was high quality. Install was a breeze, toughest part was compressing but that's the whole point of the shock. Just use your noggin and maybe some baling wire. Not more difficult than replacing brakes for instance, so if you're a car guy with a basic set of hand tools, you'll be fine. Ride quality is very good. Immediately notice the improvement and have continued to enjoy the improvement in driving. Proper balance of stiff when running, and then absorbing/rebounding when it's a deeper bump. The handling is restored, no more diving and body roll when braking, turning. Shiny red paint looks great, comes with the sticker separate so you can dress up your toolbox if that's your thing. Just a great shock and I'll be buying them for the rear as well. Nobody paid me anything for this review I work hard for my money, bought the shock and this Monomax just works. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great shock *by S***H on July 4, 2022* These shocks are not compressed but after removal of old shock just attach to the bottom mount then take 2 big screwdriver or pry bar and compress the shock and slide it into top mounting bracket. Not that hard if you you have any mechanical ability. These shocks are perfect for the front of Nissan hardbody or a compact truck. Eliminates the vehicle roll when cornering and made my truck sit more level. The ride quality is excellent for the front as well. You will love to these. Did not come with the shock boots though as listed. 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