Nomadtech Shock Absorber Kit +1-3" Lift Front and Rear - Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ

The front and rear of a WJ work differently, and it shows in the shock dimensions themselves. That is why fitting four identical off-the-shelf units to a lifted car rarely works out: one axle gets too much range, the other too little.

This set addresses that head on. The front shocks measure 610 mm extended, the rear 550 mm, and both axles damp with the same character.

Key benefits

• Separately specified lengths - 610 mm front and 550 mm rear - so each axle works in its own range without compromise.
• One damping character across the vehicle: less body roll and a predictable response over bumps.
• Oil-filled twin tube construction with the working cylinder inside an outer shell, a proven off-road layout.
• The 57 mm body and its larger oil volume help maintain damping through sustained hard work.
• A 20 mm piston rod handles side loading at larger suspension angles.

What the set covers

The manufacturer describes this part number as a shock set for the front and rear axle, priced as a whole. The exact piece count is not stated on the product page, so confirm the contents before booking an installation.

Technical data

• Application: front and rear axle
• Type: oil-filled twin tube
• Lift range: +1.5 - 3" (+3.75 - 7.5 cm)
• Extended length front: 610 mm
• Extended length rear: 550 mm
• Body diameter: 57 mm
• Piston rod diameter: 20 mm
• Colour: orange
• Manufacturer: Nomadtech
• Sold: as a set
• Fitment: Jeep Grand Cherokee, WJ generation 1998-2004

Who it is for: a WJ owner fitting springs that raise the car by a few centimetres who wants the damping handled in one order, with the front-to-rear lengths already worked out. It suits a car used daily and taken off-road at weekends.

Fitting notes

Measure the real ride height at both axles - on an older WJ the rear springs usually sag more than the front, so the actual lift differs from the figure on the box. A shock change is also a good moment to inspect control arm bushings and mounts. The Szekla4x4 workshop can verify the setup and help you spec the kit.

Why it makes sense

• Front and rear lengths already matched, with no guesswork and no missing unit to chase later.
• One damping character at all four corners.
• Simple, serviceable oil damping with no electronics.

If you are raising a WJ by a few centimetres, this set settles the shock question in a single step.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the front and rear shocks the same length?

No. The manufacturer lists 610 mm extended for the front and 550 mm for the rear - each axle has its own dimension.

Which lift is this kit for?

The manufacturer's spec list gives a range of +1.5 to 3 inches, roughly 3.75 to 7.5 cm.

Which Grand Cherokee generation does it fit?

The WJ generation, model years 1998-2004, per the manufacturer's attribute table.

Are these oil or gas shocks?

Oil-filled, in a twin tube design, with a 57 mm body and a 20 mm piston rod.