RecommendedB6 Performance
24-184731
B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1981 Mercury Cougar
Same parts as every 1981–1982 Cougar, showing 1981. See the 1981–1982 page
Bilstein lists 2 parts for the 1981 Mercury Cougar, all B6 Performance.
- Front, extended
- 352–352 mm13.9–13.9 in
- Front, collapsed
- 234–234 mm9.2–9.2 in
- Rear, extended
- 503–503 mm19.8–19.8 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 314–314 mm12.3–12.3 in
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
ShocksRear
ShocksRecommendedB6 Performance
24-184755
B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
2 parts for the 1981 Mercury Cougar
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 Performance
24-184731 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Rear
Better B6 Performance
24-184755 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
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