Belltech Nitro Drop 2 Shock (Rear, Lowering) for Toyota Pickup 1984-1995 / Mitsubishi Mighty Max 1983-1996 2WD / Nissan Frontier 4WD 1998-2003

The Belltech Nitro Drop 2 Lowering Shock (8517) is a rear shock for a lowered truck or SUV. Belltech tunes Nitro Drop 2 dampers to balance daily-driver comfort with sharper handling, restoring proper shock travel and delivering consistent, predictable damping without compromising ride quality.

Suits: Mitsubishi Mighty Max 2WD 1983-1996; Nissan Frontier 4WD 1998-2003; Toyota Pickup 2WD 1984-1995.

Key Features

• 45 mm diameter damper body for greater oil capacity and heat dissipation
• 30 mm independent rebound and compression valves
• Teflon guide bushings for low friction and longer shock life
• Triple-lip NBR rod seal to keep out dirt and contaminants
• Metal dust boot for protection from road debris
• Reinforced OEM-quality vulcanised bushings to reduce road feedback
• Vehicle-specific damper tuning
• Bolt-on replacement for the factory shocks

Specifications

• Shock family: Nitro Drop 2 (lowering)
• Position: Rear
• Part number: 8517
• Damper body: 45 mm diameter
• Extended length: 19.29"
• Compressed length: 12.4"

Vehicle compatibility

• 1983–1984 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.0L, S) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1983–1985 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.3L, 2.6L, SP) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1983–1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.0L, 2.6L, Base, SPX) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1984–1985 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.3L, SPX) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1986–1987, 1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.6L, Base) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1986–1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.6L, Sport) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1987–1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 1 Ton, 2.6L) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1988–1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.0L, 2.6L, Base, SPX) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.6L, Base) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1990–1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 1 Ton, 2.4L) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1990–1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Extended Cab Pickup / Standard Cab Pickup; 2.4L, 3.0L, Base) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1990–1996 Mitsubishi Mighty Max RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.4L, Base) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1998–1999 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.4L, SE) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1998–2001 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.4L, XE) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1998–2003 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.4L, XE) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1999–2001 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Standard Cab Pickup; 3.3L, XE) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1999–2003 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Extended Cab Pickup; 3.3L, SE, XE) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 2001–2003 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Extended Cab Pickup; 3.3L, SC) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 2002–2003 Nissan Frontier 4WD (Extended Cab Pickup; 3.3L, SVE) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1984–1990 Toyota Pickup RWD (Extended Cab Pickup / Standard Cab Pickup; 2.4L, SR5) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1984–1995 Toyota Pickup RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.4L, Base, DLX) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1985 Toyota Pickup RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 2.4L, SR5 Turbo) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1985–1988 Toyota Pickup RWD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.4L, SR5 Turbo) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1985–1995 Toyota Pickup RWD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.4L, DLX) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1987 Toyota Pickup RWD (Extended Cab Pickup; 2.4L, Base) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1988–1990 Toyota Pickup RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 3.0L, SR5) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1988–1993 Toyota Pickup RWD (Standard Cab Pickup; 3.0L, Base) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1988–1995 Toyota Pickup RWD (Extended Cab Pickup / Standard Cab Pickup; 3.0L, DLX, SR5) (Lowering Rate: R: 3")
• 1997 Mitsubishi Pickup Series (2.5" / 3")
• 1998–2000 Nissan Frontier (all except crew cab) (2" / 3")
• 1984–1997 Nissan Hardbody (D21) Exc. D720 (2" / 3")
• 1983–1997 Mitsubishi Pickup Series 4WD/2WD (2.5" / 3")
• 1998–2003 Nissan Frontier all except Crew Cab 4WD/2WD (2" / 3")
• 1984–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD/2WD (2" / 3")

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