Suspension Shock Absorber Rear Left Monotube Toyota Tacoma 2004-1996 B8 5100 Bilstein

The Bilstein B8 5100 Rear Left Shock Absorber is a direct-fit monotube unit built specifically for lifted 1996–2004 Toyota Tacoma applications — covering SR5, Pre Runner, and Limited trims across that span. This is a 4WD-only rear application, and the specs matter here: a 46mm piston, 14mm shaft, 7.64" of stroke travel, and collapsed/extended lengths of 13.62" and 21.14" are all tuned to Tacoma geometry at a 1–1.5" rear lift height. A minimum 1" lift block is required — plan accordingly before ordering. The monotube design runs a single pressurized tube, which means better heat dissipation and more consistent damping than twin-tube alternatives under repeated compression cycles. Bilstein's velocity-sensitive digressive piston is the differentiator: it reads changing road inputs and adjusts resistance accordingly, keeping the rear end composed on- and off-pavement. The zinc-plated body resists corrosion, black bellows boot is included, and no external reservoir means a clean install. This is a non-adjustable, smooth-body shock — set it and forget it. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty. We stock this as part number 33-247724 for customers running a lifted first- or second-gen Tacoma who want a shock that's application-tuned rather than generic.