RecommendedB6 Performance
24-009492
B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu
Same parts as every 1981–1983 Malibu, showing 1981. See the 1981–1983 page
Bilstein lists 4 parts for the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu, across 2 lines from the B6 Performance to the Motorsport.
- Front, extended
- 342–343 mm13.5–13.5 in
- Front, collapsed
- 219–222 mm8.6–8.7 in
- Rear, extended
- 515–516 mm20.3–20.3 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 333–333 mm13.1–13.1 in
Narrow it to your Malibu
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
ShocksRear
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These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which Malibu you have.
4 parts for the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 Performance
24-009492 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Component Motorsport
F4-BE3-E249-M0 AK Series Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Rear
Better B6 Performance
Component Motorsport
24-291699 AK Series Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
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