The Monro-Matic Plus® shock absorbers are nitrogen gas charged and feature velocity sensitive valving and all weather fluid, which offers trucks improved comfort at an economical price.
The result: enhanced control with uncompromised ride comfort.
All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction.
Full Displaced Valving: Tuned specifically for each application, this valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride comfort.
Sintered Iron Piston: Stronger than traditional metals, enhances durability for longer service life.
Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration.
2" Reserve Tube: More fluid for more consistent performance.
1-3/8" Bore: Lower operating pressure than standard 1" bore units.
5/8" Piston Rod: Heavy-duty nitrocarburized rod* for long service life.
Special Seal: "Self-lubricating" fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
* On non-dust shield units only.
This part fits
6 vehicles spanning 1968-1980.
Fits these Makes
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Year
Make
Model
Description
1968-1977
Volkswagen
Beetle
VW Beetle Rear Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Shock Absorber Set Monroe-Matic Plus MNSSP00988
1968-1973
Volkswagen
Fastback
VW Fastback Rear Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Shock Absorber Set Monroe-Matic Plus MNSSP00988
1969-1974
Volkswagen
Karmann Ghia
VW Karmann Ghia Rear Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Shock Absorber Set Monroe-Matic Plus MNSSP00988
1968-1973
Volkswagen
Squareback
VW Squareback Rear Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Shock Absorber Set Monroe-Matic Plus MNSSP00988
1971-1980
Volkswagen
Super Beetle
VW Super Beetle Rear Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Shock Absorber Set Monroe-Matic Plus MNSSP00988
1973-1974
Volkswagen
Thing
VW Thing Rear Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Shock Absorber Set Monroe-Matic Plus MNSSP00988
Part Interchange
Brand Label
Part Number
DIY Solutions
SHO03802
DIY Solutions
SHO03156
Monroe Shocks & Struts
31542
This item may be interchangeable with parts from other brands with the above part numbers.
This information is provided only for reference and does not guarantee that the item you are
purchasing is identical to parts with part numbers from the brands listed above.
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Lifetime Warranty
This item is backed by our limited lifetime warranty. In the event this item should fail due to manufacturing defects during intended use, we will replace the part free of charge. This warranty covers the cost of the part only.
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