{"product_id":"bilstein-b6-rear-shock-absorber-porsche-914-1970-1976-97-4061-0","title":"Bilstein B6 Rear Shock — Performance Upgrade, Monotube | Porsche 914 1970–1976 (97-4061-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBilstein B6 Performance Rear Shock Absorber — Porsche 914 (Monotube, 97-4061-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eBilstein B6 Performance\u003c\/b\u003e rear shock absorber sharpens chassis response and resists fade on the Porsche 914's mid-engine rear suspension. Its \u003cb\u003emonotube gas-pressure\u003c\/b\u003e design delivers firmer damping and faster response than worn original shocks — \u003cb\u003ewithout changing ride height\u003c\/b\u003e. Pair with the 97-4053-0 or 97-4054-0 front strut insert for a complete Bilstein refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePorsche 914:\u003c\/b\u003e 1970–1976\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Bilstein?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBilstein's monotube gas-pressure design carries more than 60 years of OEM and motorsport pedigree. The B6 series gives the 914 firmer damping and quicker response than tired original units while preserving factory ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMonotube gas-pressure design:\u003c\/b\u003e sharper chassis response and better fade resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eB6 performance level:\u003c\/b\u003e a meaningful upgrade over stock damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo ride-height change:\u003c\/b\u003e firmer control without altering stance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e matches the 97-4053-0 \/ 97-4054-0 front strut inserts for a full refresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI Part #:\u003c\/b\u003e 97-4061-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBilstein Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 24-001793\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerformance Level:\u003c\/b\u003e B6 — upgrade over stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollapsed Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 13.25\" (336.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 21.02\" (534 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Individually (qty 2 per axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes this shock change my ride height?\u003c\/b\u003e No — the B6 provides firmer damping and faster response without altering ride height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/b\u003e Shocks are sold individually; the rear axle takes two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat front insert pairs with it?\u003c\/b\u003e The 97-4053-0 or 97-4054-0 Bilstein front strut insert completes the refresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/porsche-914\"\u003ePorsche 914\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bilstein\"\u003eBilstein\u003c\/a\u003e parts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bilstein","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45031511326835,"sku":"97-4061-0","price":302.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/97-4061-0-scaled.jpg?v=1779607151","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/bilstein-b6-rear-shock-absorber-porsche-914-1970-1976-97-4061-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}