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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit

Same parts as every 1975–1984 Rabbit, showing 1979. See the 1975–1984 page

Bilstein lists 9 parts for the 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, across 5 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the Motorsport. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
500–518 mm19.7–20.4 in
Front, collapsed
345–420 mm13.6–16.5 in
Rear, extended
505–533 mm19.9–21.0 in
Rear, collapsed
326–348 mm12.8–13.7 in
Lowering options
30–40 mm

Narrow it to your Rabbit

Submodel

Good, better, best

One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.

Front

RecommendedB6 Performance

35-239611

B6 Performance Strut Assembly

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

19-019550

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

BetterB6 Performance

24-008372

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

9 parts for the 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit

Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.

Front

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Component Motorsport

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-189868 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30-40mm, up to 785kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30-35mm, up to 630kg Axle Load
  • For Vehicles With Rebuildable Struts Only
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

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