1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts
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Find your specific 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo original or aftermarket Shocks and Struts below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.
Essential 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts
Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1997)
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$13.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.
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- Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
- Universal design for easy installation
- Tie-strap included for a secure fit
- Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
- Multiple color choices available
Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1998)
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$13.29
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.
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- Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
- Universal design for easy installation
- Tie-strap included for a secure fit
- Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
- Multiple color choices available
MOOG – Strut Bellows (Part No.K90464)
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$31.49
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.
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- Easy to install
- Restores like-new steering and handling
- Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
- Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
- Incorporates proven design and engineering features
Suncore – Quick Strut Kit (Part No.2-55S15313-001)
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$249.99
Quick Strut Kit
Monroe – Gas-Matic Strut (Part No.81663)
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$71.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car struts are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic passenger cars
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Monroe – Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.55802)
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$44.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic passenger cars
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Carquest Premium – Complete Strut Assembly 18-815026: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount (Part No.18-815026)
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$175.99
Carquest Premium complete strut assemblies are manufactured by a leading original equipment supplier (O.E.S.) for a perfect OE fit, form and function. Carquest Premium strut assemblies are pre-assembled units that make your ride control repair faster and easier with no special tools needed for installation. Our complete strut assemblies or loaded struts are rigorously tested for proven reliability and offer an industry-leading warranty.
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- Pre-assembled with all new strut, bearing plate, coil spring, dust cover and spring seat
- Struts feature application-specific technology with exact strut valving and tuning for smoother, safer and more stable ride
- Springs are built with U.S. grade steel and designed to match factory ride height and performance
- OE quality strut mount, bearing plate and brackets
- Complete strut assembly is extensively tested for functionality and durability
- Built with a micro-smooth, chrome-plated piston rod
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.72471)
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$129.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
- CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
- CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
- IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration (on most applications)
- LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Chrome-plated piston, bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal provide durability and longer service life (where applicable)
- OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
- Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper: Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.71662)
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$82.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
- CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
- CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
- IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration (on most applications)
- LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Chrome-plated piston, bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal provide durability and longer service life (where applicable)
- OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
- Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper: Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.
Monroe – Gas-Matic Strut (Part No.81662)
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$70.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car struts are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic passenger cars
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Suncore – Quick Strut (Part No.55S15314)
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$114.99
Quick Strut
Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bump Stop Set (Part No.3.9102R)
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$14.99
Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.
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- Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
- Helps Prevent Damage to Control Arm
Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bump Stop Set (Part No.3.9102G)
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$11.99
Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.
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- Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
- Helps Prevent Damage to Control Arm
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut (Part No.71661)
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$87.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® struts provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
- CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
- CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
- IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration (on most applications)
- LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Chrome-plated piston, bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal provide durability and longer service life (where applicable)
- OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper reduces severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
- Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper: Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.
KYB – Excel-G Strut Insert (Part No.L300529074KYB)
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$139.07
The KYB Excel-G OE-equivalent direct fit Strut Insert is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The Excel-G Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.
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- Direct fit application for ease of installation
- Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
- Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
- The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
- Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
- Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs
Lakewood – Drag Shock-90/10:GM (Part No.40100)
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$92.99
Drag Shock-90/10:GM
KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock for Cars and Trucks (Part No.KG4513)
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$74.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand.
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- Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
- Components And Valving Designed Specifically For Classic Cars
- Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
- High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
- Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
- The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
- Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
Monroe – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount (Part No.181661)
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$141.99
Engineered to get more miles from your vehicle, the RoadMatic strut assembly includes all required components in a single unit. It meets OE specifications and reduces installation time, eliminating the need for a spring compressor.
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- QUICKER, SAFER, EASIER AND COMPLETE REPAIR – Includes everything you need for strut replacement in a single, fully assembled unit with no need for a spring compressor
- GET MORE MILES FROM YOUR RIDE – Engineered and fit and ride tested to meet OE spec
- EASY TO INSTALL – Fully integrated design reduces installation time, eliminating the need for a spring compressor
- CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE – Features nitrogen gas-charge and all-weather fluid for improved ride and handling
- COVERAGE – Available for domestic and import passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs
Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5840)
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$57.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
- CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
- CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
- IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
- Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
- 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
- Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
Monroe – Gas-Matic Strut (Part No.81661)
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$83.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car struts are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic passenger cars
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Suncore – Complete Strut Assem (Part No.55S11020)
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$89.99
Complete Strut Assem
Monroe – Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.55804)
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$37.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic passenger cars
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Monroe – Gas-Matic Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.59087)
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$37.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic truck shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic light trucks and vans
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Monroe – Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber (Part No.59301)
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$36.49
Gas-charged shock absorber that provides improved vehicle control for today’s light trucks, vans, full-size picks-ups and 4×4’s at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic trucks, vans, full-size pick-ups and 4×4’s
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
Monroe – OESpectrum Strut Cartridge (Part No.73267)
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$50.99
Monroe® OESpectrum® shock absorbers and struts are available for popular for European, Asian and North American passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs featuring Tenneco’s latest global original equipment valving technologies designed with the right techno
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- All Weather Fluid Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction.
- Rod Displaced Valving Tuned specifically for each application, this valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride comfort.
- Fluon Banded Piston The fluon band provides consistent sealing between the piston and pressure tube which delivers better control and increased durability.
- Twin Technology Impact Control Valve (ICV), delivers exceptional control under virtually all driving conditions, and patented Low Speed Tunability (LST) piston design that isolates impact-related noise, vibration and harshness.
- Hardened and Chrome Plated Piston Rod Long service life.
- Nitrogen Gas Charged For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
- Unique Rod Guide and Single Lip Seal Bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special seal provides longer service life and consistent performance.
- Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.
Monroe – Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.55840)
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$47.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.
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- Available for import and domestic passenger cars
- Gas-charged unit
- Improved handling and control
- Economical OE replacement
- Meets OE product specifications
KYB – Complete Corner Unit Assembly -Strut, Mount and Spring (Part No.SR4089)
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$257.99
A strut assembly handles vehicle weight, determines ride height, acts as the steering pivot, controls vehicle stability and can affect a vehicles electronic crash avoidance systems. As an original equipment supplier, KYB understands how your vehicle should ride, handle and perform. The KYB Strut-Plus is engineered to help restore the handling and control capabilities of your vehicle. We start with an Original Equipment (OE) Restoring KYB Strut. High carbon steel coil springs are developed considering vehicle attributes and corners weights to help make sure the ride height is restored within OE specifications.
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- The World’s Best Complete Strut Assembly From The Most Trusted Name In Orem Quality Shocks And Struts
- Designed For Proper Ride Height And Original Handling Capabilities On Gm Cars
- Includes A KYB Excel-G Strut, A Stronger Steel Outer Shell And KYB’S Application Specific Precision Designed Damping Valves
- Assembled In Use
- Exact Fitment Engineered And Pre-Assembled For Professional Results
- Features An Application Engineered KYB Spring Designed To Match The Strut, Maintain Proper Ride Height Longer And Control Weight Without Sacrificing Vehicle Ride Quality
- Engineered To Help Vehicles With Electronic Safety Systems (Esc, Abs, Etc.)
- Assembled In Use
Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5804)
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$46.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
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- REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
- EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
- CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
- CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
- IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
- Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
- 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
- Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
Popular 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts Categories
1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Maybe you just need a couple of Shocks and Struts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 14 different Shocks and Struts in our inventory ranging from $11.99 to $92.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo running smoothly.
Shocks and Struts are only as good as their brand. We stock 5 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Monroe, KYB, and Energy Suspension are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!
We know you’ll find the perfect Shocks and Struts for your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 590 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit with 4.6 stars and OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber with 5.0 stars.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Shocks and Struts to keep your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!
Shocks and Struts Brands To Make Your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Shocks and Struts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Monte Carlo the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Shocks and Struts brands and parts.
Popular Energy Suspension Shocks and Struts
We carry Energy Suspension parts in our stock across Chassis Bump Stops categories, plus more. For a 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, our most popular Energy Suspension Shocks and Struts include:
Top 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts from Monroe
Monroe products are another trusted brand when it comes to Shocks and Struts for your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Popular Monroe parts include:
FAQs for 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts
What are the most purchased Shocks and Struts for the 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Out of 14 Shocks and Struts for the 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, the most popular in our inventory are:
What are the top-rated 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Shocks and Struts?
Top-rated Shocks and Struts for your 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo based on customer reviews/ratings are:
