Skyjacker N8061 Nitro 8000 Shock Jeep Wrangler YJ Ford F-150 High Lift 4WD

Vehicle Fitment

• 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ) - 4WD | Front & Rear | High Lift (Front: 5-6 in. per ExtremeTerrain; Front Dual OE: 7-9 in.; Rear: 5-8 in. per Skyjacker)
• 1977-2003 Ford F-150 - 4WD | Front & Rear | Lifted (see lift range notes below)
• 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage - 4WD | Front & Rear | Lifted
• 1970-1976 Ford F-100 - 4WD | Front & Rear | High Lift (5-8 in.)
• 1978-1979 Ford Bronco - 4WD | Front & Rear | High Lift
• Lift Range Notes:
  • Jeep Wrangler YJ (1987-1995): Front use at 5-6 in. lift confirmed (ExtremeTerrain). Front Dual OE (add-a-shock) at 7-9 in. lift; Rear at 5-8 in. lift per Skyjacker application notes.
  • Ford F-150 (1997-2003): Rear use at 1-5 in. lift confirmed (AmericanTrucks); Front use at 5-6 in. lift confirmed by ShockSurplus kit pairing (N8061+N8097).
  • Ford F-150 (1977-1996) and Ford F-100 (1970-1976): Front and Rear at high-lift applications. Confirm exact lift height via Skyjacker's official fitment chart.
• Important: N8061 serves both front and rear positions depending on platform and lift height. Some front applications at 7-9 in. lift require a Dual OE (add-a-shock) configuration - verify whether your vehicle and lift height requires one or two shocks per side before ordering.
• Note: This shock is intended for significantly lifted applications only. It is not appropriate for stock-height or mildly lifted (0-4 in.) vehicles. Always confirm your exact lift height and application before ordering.

Features

• 150 PSI nitrogen gas-charged pressure actively prevents fluid aeration and damping fade, delivering consistent performance under the high-cycle, high-travel demands of heavily lifted classic trucks and Jeeps
• True velocity-sensitive valving automatically adjusts damping resistance in real time based on suspension input speed and terrain - essential for controlling the extended suspension travel of 5-9 in. lifted applications
• Twin-tube construction with multi-stage valving maintains stable secondary fluid chamber performance across the full 12.53 in. stroke - one of the longest in the Nitro 8000 series, engineered for extreme lift clearance
• Oversized bonded iron piston head ensures precise fluid displacement and consistent damping force throughout the long travel range required by high-lift truck and Jeep suspension geometry
• 5/8 in. diameter hardened, double-chrome piston rod resists corrosion, bending, and surface wear under sustained heavy off-road use across classic Ford and Jeep YJ platforms
• Leak-proof seal and orifice disk design prevents fluid bypass and extends service life across years of demanding trail use on lifted builds
• Red polyurethane bushing at the lower Eyelet/Sleeve mount provides improved vibration isolation and long-term durability superior to OE rubber - critical on high-lift builds subject to elevated suspension loads
• Upper Stem (stud) mount threads directly into the factory or lift-kit upper mounting location on all confirmed platforms - no additional fabrication required
• Red protective boot included to shield the piston rod from rocks, mud, and trail debris at elevated ground clearance
• Internal rebound bumper prevents metal-to-metal contact at full droop during extreme front and rear suspension articulation on lifted builds
• Shock must mount body-down - mandatory installation orientation for correct function and longevity
• Limited Lifetime Warranty backed by Skyjacker's SkyArmor Plus supplemental warranty program

Specifications

• Part Number: N8061
• Series: Nitro 8000
• Shock Type: Twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged
• Nitrogen Charge Pressure: 150 PSI
• Extended Length: 30.46 in. (per Skyjacker official source, BPR Innovations, and eBay; ShockSurplus lists 29.8 in.)
• Collapsed Length: 17.42 in. (per Skyjacker official source, BPR Innovations, and eBay; ShockSurplus lists 17.27 in.)
• Shock Stroke / Travel: 12.53 in. (per ShockSurplus; consistent with extended/collapsed difference)
• Upper Mount Type: Stem (stud)
• Lower Mount Type: Eyelet/Sleeve
• Bushing Material: Red polyurethane (lower)
• Piston Type: Bonded iron (oversized)
• Piston Rod Diameter: 5/8 in. (hardened, double chrome)
• Boot Included: Yes (red)
• Adjustable Length: No
• Position: Front or Rear - varies by platform and lift height
• Lift Height: ~5-9 in. front / 5-8 in. rear (application dependent; see fitment notes)
• Mounting Orientation: Body down (required)

Included Components

• 1x Skyjacker N8061 Nitro 8000 Shock Absorber
• 1x Red Protective Boot
• 1x Red Polyurethane Bushing (lower Eyelet/Sleeve mount)
• All necessary washers and nuts for installation (factory/lift-kit mounting bolts are reused)

Product Description

The Skyjacker N8061 is a Nitro 8000 Series twin-tube, 150 PSI nitrogen gas-charged shock absorber with a Stem (top) / Eyelet-Sleeve (bottom) mount and one of the longest strokes in the Nitro 8000 line at 12.53 in. It is purpose-built for heavily lifted 4WD trucks and SUVs, serving both front and rear positions across a confirmed fitment range that includes the 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ, the 1977-2003 Ford F-150 (4WD), the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, the 1970-1976 Ford F-100, and the 1978-1979 Ford Bronco - all in 4WD configuration at high lift heights.

On the Jeep Wrangler YJ, N8061 covers 5-6 in. of front lift as a standard front shock, and serves a Dual OE (add-a-shock) front configuration at 7-9 in. lift, and rear positions at 5-8 in. lift. On the 1997-2003 Ford F-150 4WD, it is confirmed as a front shock at 5-6 in. lift (paired with N8097 rear) and as a rear shock at 1-5 in. lift. On the classic Ford F-150 (1977-1996), F-100 (1970-1976), and Bronco (1978-1979), it serves high-lift front and rear applications. At 30.46 in. extended and 17.42 in. collapsed, N8061 is distinctly longer than N8059 (2