Skyjacker N8088 Nitro 8000 Shock Jeep Wrangler YJ Liberty Grand Cherokee Nitro

Vehicle Fitment

• 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ) - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear | Rear: 3-6 in. Lift (ExtremeTerrain); Rear: 5-6 in. Lift (ShockSurplus YJ 5-6 in. kit pairing)
• 2002-2012 Jeep Liberty - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear | Stock height and mild lift (~2-2.5 in.)
• 2005-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear | Stock height
• 2006-2010 Jeep Commander - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear | Stock height
• 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro - 2WD & 4WD | Rear | 2 in. Lift (ShockSurplus Dodge Nitro kit confirmation)
• 1984-1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear
• 1974-1983 Jeep Cherokee (SJ) - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear
• 1974-1983 Jeep Wagoneer (SJ) - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear
• 1974-1988 Jeep J10 - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear
• 1974-1988 Jeep J20 - 2WD & 4WD | Front & Rear
• Lift Range Notes by Platform:
  • Jeep Wrangler YJ (1987-1995): Confirmed as a rear lifted shock at 3-6 in. lift (ExtremeTerrain) and at 5-6 in. rear lift in ShockSurplus's YJ 5-6 in. full kit (N8061 front + N8088 rear). May also serve front applications at certain lift heights - verify against Skyjacker's official fitment chart for your specific YJ lift configuration.
  • Dodge Nitro (2007-2011): Confirmed rear, 2 in. lift (ShockSurplus Dodge Nitro kit).
  • Jeep Liberty (2002-2012): Confirmed as a lifted replacement per multiple customer applications at ~2-2.5 in.
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee (2005-2013), Commander (2006-2010), and classic SJ-era platforms: ShockSurplus spec table lists at Factory (stock height) for these platforms.
• Note: N8088 uses a 2-inch slim body diameter - a space-saving construction designed for the tighter shock clearances found on many of these Jeep and Dodge platforms. Do not substitute a standard-diameter shock where N8088 is specified.
• Note: N8088 is listed as Front & Rear (dual-position) across most platforms. Position varies by vehicle and application - always verify the correct position and lift height for your specific vehicle against Skyjacker's official fitment chart before ordering.

Features

• 150 PSI nitrogen gas-charged pressure actively prevents fluid aeration and damping fade, delivering consistent performance across the broad range of Jeep and Dodge SUV platforms and suspension configurations N8088 is designed for
• True velocity-sensitive valving automatically adjusts damping resistance in real time based on terrain speed and suspension inputs - providing appropriate response for stock-height luxury SUVs (Grand Cherokee, Commander) and lifted off-road Jeep Wrangler YJ builds alike
• Twin-tube construction with multi-stage valving maintains stable secondary fluid chamber performance across the full 10.03 in. stroke, appropriate for the front and rear suspension travel of all confirmed platforms
• 2-inch slim body diameter accommodates the tighter shock clearances found on the Jeep Liberty, Grand Cherokee, Commander, Wrangler YJ, and Dodge Nitro platforms - matching the slim-body construction of N8063 in design intent
• Oversized bonded iron piston head ensures precise fluid displacement and consistent damping force on both unibody (Liberty, Grand Cherokee, Commander) and body-on-frame (J-series, Grand Wagoneer) Jeep platforms
• 5/8 in. diameter hardened, double-chrome piston rod resists corrosion, bending, and surface scoring across years of on-road and off-road use on these Jeep and Dodge platforms
• Leak-proof seal and orifice disk design prevents fluid bypass and extends service life across the full range of suspension cycles these vehicles produce
• Red polyurethane bushings at both Eyelet/Sleeve mounts provide improved vibration isolation and long-term durability superior to OE rubber across the wide vehicle age range covered by N8088
• Eyelet/Sleeve (top) / Eyelet/Sleeve (bottom) mount installs directly to factory mounting points across all confirmed platforms - no modification required
• Red protective boot included to shield the piston rod from trail debris, road spray, and salt
• Internal rebound bumper prevents metal-to-metal contact at full droop
• 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
• UPC: 803696154930

Specifications

• Part Number: N8088
• Series: Nitro 8000
• Shock Type: Twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged, slim body (2 in. diameter)
• Nitrogen Charge Pressure: 150 PSI
• Extended Length: 24.94 in. (per ShockSurplus spec table); eBay listing shows 24.75 in. - minor variance; no Skyjacker official manufacturer figure available to adjudicate
• Collapsed Length: 14.91 in. (per ShockSurplus); eBay listing shows 14.82 in.
• Shock Stroke / Travel: 10.03 in. (per ShockSurplus spec table)
• Body Diameter: 2 in. (slim body, per Amazon title)
• Upper Mount Type: Eyelet/Sleeve
• Lower Mount Type: Eyelet/Sleeve
• Bushing Material: Red polyurethane (both ends)
• Piston Type: Bonded iron (oversized)
• Piston Rod Diameter: 5/8 in. (hardened, double chrome)
• Boot Included: Yes (red)
• Adjustable Length: No
• Position: Front and/or Rear (platform and lift-height dependent)
• Drivetrain: 2WD & 4WD (all confirmed platforms)
• Mounting Orientation: Body down (required)
• UPC: 803696154930

Included Components

• 1x Skyjacker N8088 Nitro 8000 Shock Absorber
• 1x Red Protective Boot
• 2x Red Polyurethane Bushings (upper and lower Eyelet/Sleeve mounts)
• All necessary washers and nuts for installation (factory shock mounting bolts are reused)

Product Description

The Skyjacker N8088 is a Nitro 8000 Series twin-tube, 150 PSI nitrogen gas-charged shock absorber with a slim 2-inch body diameter and an Eyelet/Sleeve (top) / Eyelet/Sleeve (bottom) mount. It covers an exceptionally broad range of Jeep and Dodge platforms spanning nearly four decades - from the classic 1974 Jeep Cherokee SJ and J-series pickups through the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee - as well as the Jeep Wrangler YJ (1987-1995), Jeep Liberty (2002-2012), Jeep Commander (2006-2010), Dodge Nitro (2007-2011), and the 1984-1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. All platforms are served in both 2WD and 4WD configurations, and N8088 serves both front and rear positions across this range depending on the platform and application.

The slim 2-inch body diameter is a defining specification - like the N8063 in this catalog series, it is purpose-built for tighter shock clearance environments found on these Jeep and Dodge platforms. On the Jeep Wrangler YJ, N8088 is specifically confirmed as a rear shock for 3-6 in. of lift (ExtremeTerrain primary Jeep specialist source) and as the rear component in Skyjacker's 5-6 in. YJ full kit paired with N8061 front. For the Dodge Nitro, it serves a 2 in. rear lift application per ShockSurplus. For the Jeep Liberty, Grand Cherokee, Commander, and classic SJ-era platforms, it is listed at factory/stock height. Because N8088 serves multiple positions and a wide lift-height range depending on platform, always confirm the correct position, drivetrain, and lift height against Skyjacker's official fitment chart before ordering.

A spec variance exists between sources: ShockSurplus lists 24.94 in. extended / 14.91 in. collapsed, while the eBay listing with confirmed UPC shows 24.75 in. / 14.82 in. Neither source is the Skyjacker manufacturer page directly (the official snippet was unavailable). Both figures are disclosed transparently; the ShockSurplus spec table is used as the primary reference for the listing. Sold individually; order the correct quantity for your application. Newest confirmed application is 2013 (Jeep Grand Cherokee).