Description
Front shock absorber for International 4-Series and 9-Series Class 8 conventional trucks and Thomas school bus chassis with tapered leaf front suspension. The Monroe 65109 is a nitrogen-charged 1-3/4″ bore Gas-Magnum 65-series shock with 22.5″ extended / 14″ compressed length and twin LS54 loop bushings (3/4″ sleeve ID × 1-3/4″ OAL), replacing Freightliner 16-15676-000 / 16-17684-000 / 16-19138-000 and Gabriel 85058.
Signs You Need a New Shock Absorber
- Excessive front-end bounce or floating sensation over bumps
- Severe nose dive during braking
- Wandering steering and reduced highway tracking
- Cupped or feathered front tire wear
- Visible oil seepage from shock body or shaft seal
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Monroe |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 65109 |
| Series | Gas-Magnum 65 |
| Part Type | Front Shock Absorber, Twin-Tube Gas-Charged |
| Bore Diameter | 1-3/4 in (44.5 mm) |
| Shaft Diameter | 18 mm |
| Extended Length | 22.5 in (571.5 mm) |
| Compressed Length | 14.0 in (355.6 mm) |
| Travel | 8.5 in (215.9 mm) |
| Upper Mount | Loop Bushing w/ Sleeve — 3/4″ ID × 1-3/4″ OAL (LS54) |
| Lower Mount | Loop Bushing w/ Sleeve — 3/4″ ID × 1-3/4″ OAL (LS54) |
| Gas Charge | Nitrogen |
| Dust Shield | Metal, included |
| Finish | Black painted |
Cross References
This shock absorber replaces or is equivalent to the following part numbers:
- Freightliner: 16-15676-000, 16-17684-000, 16-19138-000, 16-20628-000, 16-22004-000, 654953, 659227, 471700003011, 471700011302
- International / Navistar: 6119473C2, 1667520C1, 4070336C1, 4164155C1
- Volvo: 3199939, 3919939
- Gabriel: 85058
- Meritor: M85058
- Sachs: 315398, 316834, 471700003011
- Monroe (alternate): 66448, 65478
- Fleetrite / Blue Bird: AMS65109, AMS650109
- Bulldog HD: HD1215-0114, HD1215-0115, HD1215-0116
- Dayton Parts: 441-850585478, 441-850585109
- Alliance: ABP N32 G900073, ABP N32 O900073
- TRP: HS 85058
- Oshkosh / Pierce: 40-5348
- Also known as: Fleetline 89431, FCS F347198, Gold 9160268, PRT 170211 / 925116
Applications
This shock absorber fits the front position on the following heavy-duty trucks and bus chassis (qty 2 per axle):
- International 4600, 4700, 4800, 4900 (1990–2003)
- International 5600i (1999–2014)
- International 8100 (1990–2003)
- International 8200 (1990–1998)
- International 8300 (1989–1994)
- International 9300 / 9400 / 9600 / 9700 (1989–1999)
- Thomas Built School Bus chassis (1988–2006)
Verify your front axle rating, suspension type (tapered leaf), and OEM part number before ordering. Sold individually — replace front shocks in pairs for balanced handling.
