The FOX 2.0 Performance Series Remote Reservoir Rear Shock (MPN 980-24-955) is a smooth-body, remote-reservoir rear shock for Chevrolet HD trucks with a 0-1 inch lift, rated at 10.6 inches of travel. Moving the oil and nitrogen into an external reservoir gives the damper more total fluid and gas volume than a reservoir-free shock. That extra volume helps the shock keep a consistent feel when it heats up on rough pavement, long grades, or towing, which is where a stock shock usually starts to fade. Buyers comparing it to a cheaper bolt-on should look at the reservoir design itself, since that is the part a budget shock typically leaves out.
This shock is sized for trucks with a 0-1 inch lift, so it suits a mildly lifted HD that needs better rear control without a full suspension overhaul. Fitment listings disagree on the exact model years covered, so confirm your truck's year, cab, and drivetrain with the manufacturer before ordering. For the DIY side, a remote-reservoir shock is a bolt-on job, but the reservoir needs clearance from the frame, axle, and exhaust, and the hose must be routed without rubbing. Searchers looking for a 2.0 remote reservoir rear shock, a 0-1 inch lift HD rear shock, or a 10.6 inch travel rear shock will find this part's core specs here.
Expect a bolt-on rear shock job that is manageable in a home garage with a floor jack, jack stands, and a standard socket set. Support the frame and axle before removing the factory shock, and keep the rear end at a stable height while you connect the new upper and lower mounts. Because the reservoir sits away from the shock body, set its position and hose path before final tightening so nothing rubs against the frame, axle, or exhaust through full suspension travel. Torque values and any reservoir clamp hardware should be confirmed against the manufacturer's install instructions before you tighten anything.
