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Maximum control & Maximum comfort

On paper or pavement, you won’t find a more comfortable shock than the Gabriel® MaxControl™ v2.0. Equipped with best-in-class technology, Gabriel's MaxControl monotube shock is the only choice for those who demand nothing but the very best for their SUV or truck.

Gabriel's most advanced shock absorber and winner of the prestigious 2010 North American Product Differentiation Excellence of the Year Award from Frost & Sullivan, MaxControl shocks go above and beyond other shocks for response, performance, durability, control and reliability. Gabriel's advanced monotube technology and rod guide bearing system create unmatched reaction time to bumps and other road imperfections. A larger 1 13/16" (46mm) bore size also increases strut pressure absorption, resulting in greater damping efficiency, quicker response, and the smoothest and safest ride possible.

And like all Gabriel shocks and struts, MaxControl shocks feature a super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion, ensure proper seal lubrication and provide a more consistent wear surface. The result is a rugged, durable and longer-lasting product. It’s the kind of thoroughness and high-quality standards you’ll only get from the company that created the original shock absorber more than a century ago – the Original Gabriel.

Features:

• New rod guide bearing allows greater sensitivity and response
• Larger bore size inside the pressure tube enables the shocks
  to react quicker and creates a smoother and more comfortable ride
• Super-finished chromed piston rod provides more consistent
  wear surface for proper seal lubrication over longer life
• Single-tube design and multi-stage sealing minimize chamber
  temperature and help keep out debris for long-lasting durability
• D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) tubing reduces internal wear for
  longer product life
• High-pressure nitrogen gas and floating piston technology allow
  the shock to react immediately to steering wheel movements for ultimate handling
• Additional external rod seal keeps the chamber virtually debris-free
  for longer lasting performance under any condition
• Enhanced sensitivity and quicker response time keep tires in contact
  with the road to maximize braking effectiveness and keep you in control at all times

Designed and built for the ultimate in safety and performance

Gabriel® Ultra™ shocks and struts for today’s vehicles are in a class of their own. Ultras are precision engineered with Gabriel's exclusive G-Force™ Technology for quicker response, longer life, improved comfort, control and maximum shock performance.

Breathe new life into your vehicle’s suspension with Ultra’s StableSteer™ valving and the G-Force piston’s sintered iron construction, which provides greater durability and longer life. A self-compensating, leak-proof piston seal eliminates oil bypass by providing a positive seal between the piston and working cylinder, minimizing friction, and a larger, bulged tube aids in cooling – giving you the ultimate in comfort and performance.

Continued comfort comes from knowing that, like all Gabriel products, Ultra shocks and struts utilize a super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit rust and corrosion. So, whether you’re the type of person who wants the ultimate driving experience and demands improved performance and handling, or you’re the type who puts big demands on your vehicle by hauling cargo – there’s no better choice than Ultra shocks and struts from the Original Gabriel.

Features:

• Infinitely Variable Damping for on-demand control on all road conditions
• G-Force technology for quicker response, improved product life and consistent,
  reliable ride control
• StableSteer valving provides improved tire contact with the road for control, safety,
  and performance
• 1 3/8” bore piston (in most applications) with bonded iron construction
  for durability and longer life
• Leak-proof piston seal and rod guide eliminates oil bypass
• Orifice Control Disk with variable nine-stage valving provides consistent oil flow
• OE-design single-lip oil seal minimizes friction for optimal sealing
• Super-finished chromed piston rod provides superior corrosion
  resistance and enhances sealing properties
• Larger, bulged tube (in most applications) aids in cooling

The road-proven light truck, van and SUV shock

You can’t always anticipate what the road throws at you. That’s why Gabriel® ProGuard™ shocks are engineered for superior comfort and control, regardless of how tough the road conditions may be. Fine-tuned to meet the demands of today’s light trucks, vans and SUVs, Gabriel ProGuard shocks come equipped with a larger diameter piston that delivers better-than-OE response and performance, sportier handling and a smoother ride.

Whether it’s stop-and-go traffic on the way to work or grueling off-road conditions on the weekend, shock fade is significantly reduced thanks to a larger reservoir tube, which allows faster heat dissipation for better cooling and helps prevent cavitation.

While going off-road probably isn’t a daily activity, you can still expect that tough and rugged step-up in performance and durability from Gabriel ProGuard shocks. And just like all of Gabriel's shocks and struts you can always expect every ProGuard to come with a super-finished chromed piston rod. It’s how Gabriel go the extra mile to ensure superior corrosion resistance and enhanced sealing properties. It’s the right way. It’s the Original Gabriel way.

Features:

• Engineered for excellent comfort and control in today’s trucks, vans and SUVs
• Larger reservoir tube provides better cooling for longer shock life
• Piston seal reduces oil by-pass for maximum shock control and performance
• Low friction oil seal for greater comfort and wear resistance
• 1 3/8” bore piston construction for greater durability
• Super-finished chromed piston rod provides superior corrosion resistance
  and enhanced sealing properties

Affordable comfort & Priceless performance

Whether it’s a casual cruise over paved asphalt or a long drive on a rugged country road, Gabriel® Guardian™ shocks provide high-quality comfort and stable performance under all operating conditions.

Gabriel Guardian shocks are the replacement shocks you can count on to get you from point A to point B without any surprises. Guardian’s 9-stage valving is tuned specifically for your vehicle’s application and a high-pressure nitrogen gas charge resists compression and aids in rebounding to keep your tires in constant contact with the road. The pressure also reduces fluid foaming that causes faulty damping and fade, ensuring you get superior handling, stability and control, without the loss of highway driving comfort.

Guardian shocks deliver new car-like performance at a value price. But unlike other companies, Gabriel uses a super-finished chromed piston rod on all of Gabriel's products, not just on the “premium” ones. So even though it’s a value price, you know you’re getting superior corrosion protection, long-lasting durability and the highest quality with Gabriel Guardian shocks. It’s the right thing to do, and what you would expect from the company that designed the first automotive shock absorber in 1907 – the Original Gabriel.

Features:

• Engineered to meet or exceed OE specifications
• High-quality comfort and performance at a value price
• Nitrogen gas charged for superior response and consistent control
• Super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion and provide a more consistent wear surface
• Leak-proof piston seal which extends product life
• D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing reduces internal wear for long-lasting durability

Modern Gas Shock Technology

Whether your ride is from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, or 70’s – or a limited registration – you can restore the handling and stability of your vehicle with the high-quality Gabriel® Classic® shock absorber.

Classic or collectable car owners can now have modern ride technology with the Gabriel Classic shock. Gas charged designs resist compression and improve rebound to keep your tires in contact with the road, while also reducing the fluid foaming that may degrade damping and lead to fade. And a 1 3/16" piston bore gives your classic or collectable a step up in performance and handling.

Gabriel Classic dampers are specifically designed and created to fit your classic or collectable car. Application-tuned to meet the specific needs of your vehicle, Gabriel Classics ensure excellent handling, stability and control, without compromising driving comfort.

And like all Gabriel shocks and struts, Classic shocks come with a super-finished chromed piston rod to reduce wear and ensure proper seal lubrication. It’s the kind of quality and reliability you can only get from the company that created the original automotive shock absorber in 1907 – the Original Gabriel.

Features:

• Modern gas shock technology for classic, collectable and limited registration vehicles
• Application-tuned to the specific needs of your vehicle
• Super-finished chromed piston rod provides long-lasting durability and corrosion prevention
• Nitrogen gas charged for superior response and consistent control
• 1 3/16” bore gives improved performance and handling

Gabriel’s Hardest-Working Shocks

Not all light trucks and vans are driven equally. Service professionals have vastly different needs for their vehicles, especially their suspensions. So Gabriel® LTV™ shocks are designed and built to handle the demands of the typical fleet – light or heavy – while providing unbeatable stability and response.

At its core, each Gabriel LTV shock packs an oversized 1 5/8” (41 mm) piston bore to provide strength and stability that’s capable of settling even the most violent shakes, rattles and rolls. The sintered iron piston and compression head are precision engineered to handle the most extreme conditions, while delivering reliable performance and control.

Gabriel LTV series shocks feature a tough-as-nails exterior, thanks to 360° arc welded end mounts that provide superior structural strength. And every LTV shock design is custom-sized to directly replace your stock shocks.

The LTV series also comes with 10-stage all-coil spring valving for increased comfort and control. Like all Gabriel shocks and struts, the LTV series is equipped with a super-finished chromed piston rod that provides increased corrosion protection and enhanced sealing properties. It’s the kind of quality and dependability you’ll only find from the company that invented the first automotive shock absorber in 1907 – the Original Gabriel.

Features:

• Designed specifically for severe duty use on light trucks and vans
• Sized for a direct replacement fit
• Packed with an oversized 1 5/8" (41 mm) piston bore for increased
  tensile strength, durability and performance
• Sintered-iron piston and compression head keep impact forces in
  check under the most extreme conditions
• 360° arc welded end mounts for the most robust structural strength
• 10-stage all-coil spring valving for comfort, control and enhanced durability
• Piston seal design reduces force-velocity variation and self-compensates for wear
• Super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion, ensure proper
  seal lubrication and provide a more consistent wear surface

Touch of support or half a ton with HiJackers Shocks

Gabriel® HiJackers® are the original air-adjustable shocks, providing customizable performance and support that can be adjusted and readjusted to handle temporary towing or hauling needs. HiJackers inflate just like your tires – simply air them up prior to towing to help reduce the risk of bottoming out. Once you’re done, just let out a bit of air to return the vehicle to its previous state.

Durable and built tough, every HiJacker features a chrome-plated piston rod, 1 3/16” piston bore and superior wiper seal for extended life. A broad range of operating air pressure and a durable diaphragm provide reliability and performance you can only get from the Original Gabriel.

HiJackers do not increase vehicle payload. Do not exceed vehicle GVWR.

Features

• Chrome-plated piston rod construction and deluxe
  wiper seals provide optimum sealing
• Ideal for temporarily towing boats and trailers or heavy loads
• Fully-adjustable air shocks help you maintain proper ride height
• Can help improve handling and reduce risk of bottoming out
• Up to 1,100 pounds of leveling capacity per pair
• Custom-sized for a direct and simple installation and fit
• Easy to inflate at any service station, at home with an
  air compressor or with continued use of an existing onboard air management system
• Air pressure of 25 min – 200 max psi
• Sold in pairs and includes Gabriel Air Hose Kit when
  applicable – Air Hose Kit can also be purchased separately

Fleet operators understand the value of a high-quality shock absorber. They also understand that no two roads are the same and no two payloads are the same. That’s why offer Gabriel® GasSLX® shocks for trucks, trailers or buses. Featuring three adjustable settings: Regular, Firm (closest to OE ride performance), and Extra Firm, the GasSLX is a premium adjustable gas shock that provides customizable comfort and control, while delivering the ultimate in performance and durability. Adapting to diverse road conditions and payload capacities, the GasSLX’s gas cell design creates a physical barrier between gas and the high-temperature fluid, which prevents aeration – a major cause of fade or reduced damping. Fade reducing gas cell technology is a full-life feature, best suited for longer life commercial vehicle applications. Custom-blended, high-temperature fluid reduces friction and wear in extreme operating conditions. In addition, a multi-lip viton rod seal is incorporated for greater fluid retention and high-temperature performance.

Today’s suspensions require shocks to withstand multi-directional flexing. The GasSLX’s reinforced cold formed, 360° arc-welded eye ring end mounts ensure structural superiority and long-lasting durability. A pressurized metal piston ring and 10-stage valving improve handling while maintaining ride comfort and allow damping to be independently adjusted. And like all Gabriel shocks, every GasSLX design features a super-finished chromed piston rod, a leak-proof piston seal, and D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing that reduces internal wear and provides superior corrosion prevention. These ensure optimal safety and performance, while helping to reduce maintenance costs across your fleet. At Gabriel, believe a premium upgrade is more than just a promise. It’s a commitment to deliver unmatched quality and comfort – the kind you’ll only get from the Original Gabriel.

• Three adjustable settings: Regular, Firm, and Extra Firm deliver customizable comfort and control to suit your ride control needs
• Unique Gas Cell design reduces fade and increases ride comfort
• Multi-lip Viton Seal: a more robust design for greater fluid retention and high-temperature performance
• Larger 1 5/8” bore design provides performance and durability you can count on
• 360 degrees arc-welded end mounts provide superior structural strength
• Specially formulated high-temperature fluid reduces friction and wear in extreme operating conditions
• Super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion, ensure proper seal lubrication, and provide a more consistent wear surface

Strut Cushion

The Gabriel® Strut Cushion® provides piston rod protection and prevents strut damage by bottoming out. The attached racing-style bellows dust shield seals out dirt and moisture, providing longer-lasting strut life.

Features:

• Protects piston rod and prevents strut damage from bottoming out
• Consolidated design offers substantial vehicle coverage
• Minimal cost for maximum protection
• Racing-style bellows dust shield seals out dirt and moisture

Strut Mount™ (Suspension Mount)

Highly durable and built to meet or exceed OEM / OES requirements, the Gabriel® Strut Mount™ is second-to-none in the aftermarket when it comes to quality. Ensures proper fit with Gabriel Ultra™ Strut.

Features:

• Good as or better than original equipment
• Completes the strut replacement job
• Installation hardware kit included where applicable
• Best quality in the aftermarket

Front & Rear Spring Assist (Load Carrier™)

The Front & Rear Spring Assist (Load Carrier™) by Gabriel® is the perfect combination of shock and spring technology to help reduce the loss of ride height in ongoing loaded conditions. The constant-rate front coil springs can help improve stability and restore or maintain ride height, while the variable-rate rear coil springs provide 500 lbs. per pair of load capacity.

Front & Rear Spring Assist (Load Carrier™) does not increase vehicle payload. Do not exceed vehicle GVWR.

And like all Gabriel shocks and struts, Front & Rear Spring Assist feature:

Features:

• A super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion,
  ensure proper seal lubrication, and provide a more consistent wear surface
• A leak-proof piston seal which helps extend product life
• D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing reduces internal wear
  for longer product life

Steering Stabilizers

Gabriel® Steering Stabilizers improve the handling and control of your vehicle by providing added damping of the steering system’s lateral motion.

Features:

• Urethane bushings provide protection from undercar grit and grime
• Premium high-performance fluid and fade resistant foam cell
• Provides added damping of steering system’s lateral motion
• Increased safety through improved handling and control
• A super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion,
  ensure proper seal lubrication and provide a more consistent wear surface
• A leak-proof piston seal which helps extend product life
• D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing reduces internal
  wear for longer product life

Steering Stabilizer Bracket Kits

Gabriel® Steering Stabilizer Brackets work in conjunction with the steering stabilizer to give you maximum control and improved handling.

Features:

• Application-specific to pair with steering stabilizer
• Provides added damping of steering system’s lateral motion
• Includes hardware

Steering Dampers

Gabriel® Steering Dampers reduce shimmy and wear on tires and other front end parts, while offering superior handling and control of your vehicle.

Features:

• Minimize unwanted movement in the steering system for better control
• Improved handling increases the safety of your ride
• Reduce shimmy and wear on the tires and other front end parts
• A super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion,
  ensure proper seal lubrication and provide a more consistent wear surface
• A leak-proof piston seal which helps extend product life
• D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing reduces internal
  wear for longer product life

Steering Stabilizer Boot

The rubber boot for Gabriel's steering stabilizers protects and extends the life of the steering stabilizer bracket.

Features:

• Protects rod from road debris
• Customizes your vehicle’s appearance
• Small investment for maximum protection
• Comes in red, black, or blue

Air Hose Kit

The Gabriel® Air Hose Kit is a complete hose kit and only compatible with Gabriel's HiJackers® air adjustable shocks.

Features:

• Easy to install
• Durable
• Complete kit
• Hose, O-ring, fitting, and valves all included