FOX Performance Elite 2.5 Series Remote-Reservoir Rear Shock — Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty SKU: 883-26-096

Overview

This is a FOX Performance Elite 2.5 Series remote-reservoir rear shock for the Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty — a 2.5" bolt-on design with a Dual Speed Compression (DSC) adjuster, vehicle-specific valving, and a larger high-flow piston for increased bottom-out resistance, rated for a 0"–1.5" rear lift. Exact fitment and drivetrain coverage vary by model year and trim — verify your exact configuration against the table below before ordering.

Before ordering: This is a rear-position shock only — it does not include a front shock. Rated for a 0"–1.5" rear lift across all verified applications, including both Tremor-package and non-Tremor trucks at the same rating for this SKU. Fitment and drivetrain coverage vary by exact model year and trim, especially on the F-350; consult the Verified Fitment table rather than assuming universal fit across all Super Duty years. F-350 Limited trim is not covered for the 2017, 2025, or 2026 model years.

Required separately: Manufacturer-specified installation hardware, tools, and a professional installation are recommended; this listing does not include installation instructions or hardware beyond the shock itself. Confirm whether a matching front shock is needed for your build — it is not included with this SKU. Reservoir-mounting hardware requirements for this exact part number were not specified in the source data supplied — confirm with current FOX documentation before ordering.

Verified Fitment

Ford F-250 Super Duty

Ford F-350 Super Duty

F-350 Limited is not listed for 2017, 2025, or 2026 — no verified fitment for this SKU on those model-year/trim combinations. Unlike some other shocks in this catalog, Tremor-package trucks use the same 0"–1.5" lift rating as non-Tremor trucks on this SKU.

Component Specifications

What Is and Is NOT Included

Included:

• One FOX Performance Elite 2.5 Series remote-reservoir rear shock, part number 883-26-096

Not included:

• Front shock (not part of this SKU; confirm separately if needed for your build)
• Installation hardware and tools
• Professional installation or alignment services

Critical Compatibility

• Rear position only: This SKU is a rear shock. It does not include or substitute for a front shock.
• Lift height: Rated for a 0"–1.5" rear lift, applicable with or without the Tremor package for this SKU.
• Remote reservoir mounting: Reservoirs are mounted to clear aggressive tires at full lock, per the manufacturer description. This listing does not specify whether reservoir mounting hardware is included with this exact part number — confirm with current FOX documentation before ordering.
• DSC adjuster: The Dual Speed Compression adjuster allows tuning of compression damping to unlock available travel in both jounce and droop positions.
• F-350 Limited exclusion: Not covered for 2017, 2025, or 2026 model years — no verified fitment exists for this SKU on those combinations.
• Drivetrain varies by year and trim: Most F-350 trims (Lariat, XL, XLT) are 4WD-specific across all covered years. King Ranch and Platinum are 4WD-only through 2022, then broaden to "All" drivetrains from 2023 onward. F-350 Limited is listed as "All" drivetrain throughout its coverage. Confirm your specific truck's drivetrain against the table.

Installation Notes

No manufacturer installation instructions were supplied for this task. Professional installation is recommended for suspension components, particularly remote-reservoir shocks requiring reservoir mounting. Follow current FOX installation documentation for this exact part number, including torque specifications, reservoir mounting hardware and location, and any required hardware, before installation.

The Obsidian Take

This FOX 883-26-096 Performance Elite 2.5 remote-reservoir rear shock is a rear-position shock for the Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty, rated for a 0"–1.5" rear lift whether or not the truck has the Tremor package. The DSC adjuster and larger high-flow piston target more capability than the smooth-body Performance Series shocks in this catalog, with the reservoir positioned to clear aggressive tires at full lock. Confirm your exact year, trim, and drivetrain against the Verified Fitment table before ordering, and confirm reservoir mounting hardware requirements against current FOX documentation.

This Product Is For You If

• You own a Ford F-250 or F-350 Super Duty whose exact year, trim, and drivetrain combination appears in the Verified Fitment table.
• Your target rear lift is within the 0"–1.5" range.
• You want a remote-reservoir shock with an adjustable DSC compression setting rather than a smooth-body design.
• You are running aggressive tires and want a reservoir mounting position designed to clear them at full lock.
• You are replacing or upgrading the rear shock specifically, not the front.

This Product Is Not For You If

• You need a front shock — this SKU is rear position only.
• You own a 2017, 2025, or 2026 F-350 Limited — this SKU has no verified fitment for those combinations.
• Your target lift height falls outside the 0"–1.5" range.
• You have not confirmed your truck's drivetrain against the table, where coverage varies by year and trim.
• You have not confirmed reservoir mounting hardware requirements for your specific installation.

Common Questions

Is this a front or rear shock?
Rear only. It does not include or substitute for a front shock.

What is DSC?
Dual Speed Compression — an adjuster that tunes compression damping and unlocks available travel in both jounce and droop positions.

What lift height is this shock rated for?
0" to 1.5" rear lift, applicable with or without the Tremor package for this SKU.

Does this fit the F-350 Limited?
Only for 2018–2024. There is no verified fitment for this SKU on the 2017, 2025, or 2026 F-350 Limited.

Is reservoir mounting hardware included?
Not specified in the source data for this exact part number — confirm with current FOX documentation before ordering.

What is the warranty?
FOX provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty on 2.0/2.5 Performance Series shocks purchased after 3/30/2025 (excluding sports car shocks and 2.0 Performance Series remote-reservoir shocks). See full warranty terms below.

Manufacturer Data Disclaimer

Fitment and specification data for this product are sourced from FOX Factory manufacturer fitment data and product documentation supplied for this exact part number, current as of publication. Specifications and fitment are subject to change without notice; confirm current documentation for this SKU at the time of purchase.

Required Legal, Warning, Fitment, and Return Notices

Warranty Summary: FOX Factory, Inc. warrants, to the original retail owner of each new FOX 2.0/2.5 Performance Series suspension product purchased after 3/30/2025 (excluding sports car shocks and 2.0 Performance Series remote-reservoir shocks), that the product is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use on the vehicle application it was designed for. This warranty covers factory defects in material and workmanship other than finish and coatings. For products not meeting the post-3/30/2025 purchase condition, FOX's standard Limited One (1) Year Warranty on suspension products applies instead, running from the date of original retail purchase from an authorized FOX dealer.

Note on this SKU's warranty eligibility: The Limited Lifetime Warranty explicitly excludes "2.0 Performance Series remote-reservoir shocks." This SKU is a Performance Elite 2.5 Series remote-reservoir shock, a different series from the excluded 2.0 Performance Series — but given the specific carve-out language for remote-reservoir shocks in the 2.0 line, confirm this Performance Elite 2.5 unit's exact warranty eligibility with FOX or current documentation rather than assuming full Lifetime coverage applies.

This warranty is conditioned on normal operation and proper maintenance as specified by FOX; is non-transferable and applies only to the original retail owner; and is void if the product is subjected to abuse, neglect, unauthorized repair or service, alteration, modification, accident, or other abnormal or improper use. FOX is not liable for removal, installation, or reinstallation costs, including labor. If FOX determines a product is covered, it will be repaired or replaced with a comparable model at FOX's sole discretion — this is the exclusive remedy, and incidental, consequential, or punitive damages are excluded. Normal wear and tear, and failures from abuse, improper assembly, neglect, alteration, improper maintenance, crash, misuse, or collision are not covered. This warranty gives specific legal rights, which may vary by state or country.