RecommendedB6 Performance
24-006200
B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1973–1974 Volkswagen Thing
Bilstein lists 3 parts for the 1973–1974 Volkswagen Thing, across 2 lines from the B6 Performance to the B8 Performance Plus.
- Front, extended
- 404–404 mm15.9–15.9 in
- Front, collapsed
- 267–267 mm10.5–10.5 in
- Rear, extended
- 411–411 mm16.2–16.2 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 277–278 mm10.9–10.9 in
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
ShocksRear
ShocksRecommendedB6 Performance
24-006347
B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
3 parts for the 1974 Volkswagen Thing
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 Performance
24-006200 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Rear
Better B6 Performance
24-006347 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B8 Performance Plus
24-000345 B8 Performance Plus Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axleFor lowered vehicles
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the Thing and we'll pick with you.
100% genuine Bilstein, from authorized North American distribution.
BILSTEIN is a trademark of thyssenkrupp Bilstein GmbH. Eskimo is an independent retailer.