Belltech Nitro Drop 2 Twin-Tube Gas-Charged Shock Absorber BEL8503

Belltech designed the Nitro Drop 2 shock line to provide the Truck and SUV market with a unique blend of shock tuning. This new setup concentrates on the Comfort level while also increasing the overall performance of the complete suspension system. Designed with the daily driver Truck and SUV customer in mind, Belltech Engineers increased the low speed compression and massaged the rebound forces of the shock valving providing a factory style ride comfort while providing better road feel and grip. The Nitro Drop 2 line features application specific shortened bodies to match with the different lowering methods, ensuring you have the correct amount of shock travel for any of our Belltech Lowering Kits and Components. Shocks features include: Metal dust boots, Hardened Chrome 12.5mm piston rods, Triple lip NBR rod seal, Teflon guide bushing, 30m pistons w/ low friction Teflon seals, 45mm wide body for increased oil volume & OEM quality rubber bushings. Ships in 1 box Nitro Drop 2 Twin Tube Gas Charged Shock Absorber For Lowered Applications - See Application Guide for Fitment

• Designed with the daily driver Truck and SUV customer in mind, Belltech Engineers increased the low speed compression and tuned the rebound forces of the shock valving to provide factory style ride comfort with improved road feel and grip
• Low friction sealing and guide system? creates a quick reacting damper that is sensitive to the smallest of motions with little to no temperature increase during extreme damper conditions
• A unique blend of shock tuning concentrates on comfort level while increasing the overall performance of the complete suspension system
• Large 55mm body diameters and twin tube design allow for larger oil volume and better heat dissipation leading to increased shock life
• Steel dust cover adds protection for the piston rod, sealing system, and does not deteriorate from UV exposure or chemicals
• Large 30mm piston and rebound valve eliminates oil deterioration to further improve durability
• Tuned high durometer vulcanized rubber bushings reduce noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH)
• 2 Year Warranty - Unlimited Mileage

The Belltech Nitro Drop 2 shock absorber is engineered for lowered trucks and SUVs that require application-specific damping and proper shock travel. Part number BEL8503 uses a comfort-focused valving strategy that increases low-speed compression while refining rebound control, helping maintain a factory-style ride with improved road feel, grip, and suspension response. Its shortened body design is intended to complement Belltech lowering components and kits when matched to the correct application guide.

This twin-tube gas-charged shock absorber features a large-body design for increased oil capacity and improved heat dissipation. A hardened chrome piston rod, metal dust boot, triple-lip NBR rod seal, Teflon guide bushing, and low-friction Teflon piston seals support consistent operation and long-term durability. Tuned high-durometer vulcanized rubber bushings help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness, while the steel dust cover protects the rod and sealing components from road debris, ultraviolet exposure, and chemicals. The Belltech Nitro Drop 2 is backed by a two-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.

Fitment: The Belltech BEL8503 is listed for select 1985-1987 Ford Bronco II applications. Verify vehicle year, suspension configuration, lowering method, and application-guide requirements before installation. The package ships in one box and includes one shock absorber. Professional installation and a complete suspension inspection are recommended.

Features:

• Comfort-Focused Valving: Tuned low-speed compression and rebound forces provide a factory-style ride with improved road feel and tire grip.
• Application-Specific Shortened Body: Designed to provide suitable shock travel for compatible lowered truck and SUV suspension applications.
• Twin-Tube Gas-Charged Design: Increased oil volume and improved heat dissipation support consistent damping and extended service life.
• Durable Low-Friction Construction: Hardened chrome piston rod, Teflon seals and guide bushing, steel dust cover, and rubber bushings promote smooth, reliable operation.

Fitments:
1982 Ford F-250 XL
1982 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1982 Ford F-350 XL
1982 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1983 Ford F-250 Base
1983 Ford F-250 XL
1983 Ford F-350 Base
1983 Ford F-350 XL
1984 Ford Bronco II Base
1984 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1984 Ford Bronco II XLS
1984 Ford Bronco II XLT
1984 Ford F-250 Base
1984 Ford F-250 XL
1984 Ford F-350 Base
1984 Ford F-350 XL
1985 Ford Bronco II Base
1985 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1985 Ford Bronco II XLS
1985 Ford Bronco II XLT
1985 Ford F-150 Base
1985 Ford F-150 XL
1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1985 Ford F-250 Base
1985 Ford F-250 XL
1985 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1985 Ford F-350 Base
1985 Ford F-350 XL
1985 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1986 Ford Bronco II Base
1986 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1986 Ford Bronco II XLT
1986 Ford F-150 Base
1986 Ford F-150 XL
1986 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1986 Ford F-250 Base
1986 Ford F-250 XL
1986 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1986 Ford F-350 Base
1986 Ford F-350 XL
1986 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1987 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1987 Ford Bronco II XL
1987 Ford Bronco II XLT
1987 Ford F-150 Custom
1987 Ford F-150 XL
1987 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1987 Ford F-250 Custom
1987 Ford F-250 XL
1987 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1987 Ford F-350 Custom
1987 Ford F-350 XL
1987 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1988 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1988 Ford Bronco II XL
1988 Ford Bronco II XL Sport
1988 Ford Bronco II XLT
1988 Ford F-150 Custom
1988 Ford F-150 XL
1988 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1988 Ford F-250 Custom
1988 Ford F-250 XL
1988 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1988 Ford F-350 Custom
1988 Ford F-350 XL
1988 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1989 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1989 Ford Bronco II XL
1989 Ford Bronco II XL Sport
1989 Ford Bronco II XLT
1989 Ford Bronco II XLT Plus
1989 Ford F-150 Custom
1989 Ford F-150 XL
1989 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1989 Ford F-250 Custom
1989 Ford F-250 XL
1989 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1989 Ford F-350 Custom
1989 Ford F-350 XL
1989 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1990 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer
1990 Ford Bronco II XL
1990 Ford Bronco II XL Sport
1990 Ford Bronco II XLT
1990 Ford Bronco II XLT Plus
1990 Ford F-150 Custom
1990 Ford F-150 XL
1990 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1990 Ford F-250 Custom
1990 Ford F-250 XL
1990 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1990 Ford F-350 Custom
1990 Ford F-350 XL
1990 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1991 Ford F-150 Custom
1991 Ford F-150 XL
1991 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1991 Ford F-250 Custom
1991 Ford F-250 XL
1991 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1991 Ford F-350 Custom
1991 Ford F-350 XL
1991 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1992 Ford F-150 Custom
1992 Ford F-150 XL
1992 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
1992 Ford F-250 Custom
1992 Ford F-250 XL
1992 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
1992 Ford F-350 Custom
1992 Ford F-350 XL
1992 Ford F-350 XLT Lariat
1993 Ford F-150 Lightning
1993 Ford F-150 XL
1993 Ford F-150 XLT
1993 Ford F-250 XL
1993 Ford F-250 XLT
1993 Ford F-350 XL
1993 Ford F-350 XLT
1994 Ford F-150 Lightning
1994 Ford F-150 XL
1994 Ford F-150 XLT
1994 Ford F-250 XL
1994 Ford F-250 XLT
1994 Ford F-350 XL
1994 Ford F-350 XLT
1995 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer
1995 Ford F-150 Lightning
1995 Ford F-150 Special
1995 Ford F-150 XL
1995 Ford F-150 XLT
1995 Ford F-250 Eddie Bauer
1995 Ford F-250 Special
1995 Ford F-250 XL
1995 Ford F-250 XLT
1995 Ford F-350 Eddie Bauer
1995 Ford F-350 Special
1995 Ford F-350 XL
1995 Ford F-350 XLT
1996 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer
1996 Ford F-150 Special
1996 Ford F-150 XL
1996 Ford F-150 XLT
1996 Ford F-250 Eddie Bauer
1996 Ford F-250 Special
1996 Ford F-250 XL
1996 Ford F-250 XLT
1996 Ford F-350 XL
1996 Ford F-350 XLT
1997 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
1997 Ford Expedition XLT
1997 Ford F-250 Base
1997 Ford F-250 Lariat
1997 Ford F-250 XL
1997 Ford F-250 XLT
1997 Ford F-350 Base
1997 Ford F-350 XL
1997 Ford F-350 XLT
1998 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
1998 Ford Expedition XLT
1998 Ford F-250 Base
1998 Ford F-250 Lariat
1998 Ford F-250 XL
1998 Ford F-250 XLT
1998 Lincoln Navigator Base
1999 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
1999 Ford Expedition XLT
1999 Lincoln Navigator Base
2000 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
2000 Ford Expedition XLT
2000 Lincoln Navigator Base
2001 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
2001 Ford Expedition XLT
2001 Lincoln Navigator Base
2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
2002 Ford Expedition XLT
2002 Lincoln Navigator Base

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1