Nomadtech
Reference: NOM-5102001
Shocks
Nomadtech Front Shock Absorber +1.5-3.5" Lift - Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ
Front oil-filled twin tube shock from Nomadtech, matched to a Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ lifted by +1.5 to 3.5 inches. Its 610 mm extended length gives the suspension the travel that factory shocks run out of once the vehicle sits higher. A 57 mm body and 20 mm piston rod handle both trail work and daily driving. Price is per single unit.
Nomadtech Front Shock Absorber +1.5-3.5" Lift - Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ
Lift a Grand Cherokee ZJ and the original shocks suddenly live at the very end of their stroke. You feel it as a floaty front end on wavy tarmac and as a hard topping-out thud the moment a wheel drops into a rut.
This Nomadtech unit measures 610 mm fully extended and is built for exactly the +1.5 to 3.5 inch lift window, so the wheel follows the ground down instead of hanging in the air.
FITMENT Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ 1993-1998 | AXLE Front, price per unit | LIFT RANGE +1.5 - 3.5" (3.75 - 8.75 cm) |
Key benefits
- 610 mm extended length matched to a +1.5-3.5" lift, so droop travel is usable rather than theoretical.
- Oil-filled twin tube layout keeps the working cylinder inside an outer shell, a well known advantage on rocky ground.
- 57 mm body carries a larger oil volume, which means more surface area to shed heat on long gravel sections.
- 20 mm piston rod copes better with the side loads a wheel picks up on off-camber terrain.
- Orange finish makes a quick underbody inspection genuinely quick.
Technical data
- Application: front axle
- Type: oil-filled twin tube
- Lift range: +1.5 - 3.5" (+3.75 - 8.75 cm)
- Extended length: 610 mm
- Body diameter: 57 mm
- Piston rod diameter: 20 mm
- Colour: orange
- Manufacturer: Nomadtech
- Sold: per single unit
- Fitment: Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ 1993-1998
Who it is for: ZJ owners running +1.5 to 3.5 inches of lift who want shocks that actually match the new ride height, without moving into competition-grade budgets. It suits a car driven on the road during the week and taken off-road at weekends.
Fitting notes
The price covers one shock, so a complete front axle needs two. Measure your real lift height before ordering - a shock that is too short tears its rod, one that is too long limits compression travel. If you are unsure, the Szekla4x4 workshop can help you spec the full set.
Why it makes sense
- A defined length and a defined lift window instead of a vague "fits lifted vehicles" claim.
- Simple oil damping with nothing electronic and no remote reservoirs to look after.
- Front and rear units come from the same product line, so a full set stays consistent.
If your ZJ already sits higher than stock, this is the straightforward way to get the suspension working properly again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the price for one shock or a pair?
The manufacturer page lists the price per single unit, so a complete front axle requires two shocks.
What lift height is this shock designed for?
A lift of +1.5 to 3.5 inches, roughly 3.75 to 8.75 cm.
What are the dimensions?
610 mm fully extended, with a 57 mm body diameter and a 20 mm piston rod.
Will it fit a Grand Cherokee WJ?
No. This part number is listed for the ZJ generation. The WJ uses separate part numbers from the same Nomadtech range.
