{"product_id":"c5-corvette-afe-control-johnny-oconnell-rear-shock-set-1997-2004","title":"C5 Corvette aFe CONTROL Johnny O'Connell Rear Shock Set (1997-2004)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1359\/4413\/files\/cca-9-99-shipping-performance-banner-v2.2.png?v=1784322136\" alt=\"$9.99 shipping on aFe Corvette shocks\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eaFe 420-401001RJ Johnny O'Connell Rear Shock Set for C5 Corvette\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eaFe CONTROL Johnny O'Connell Rear Shock Set 420-401001RJ\u003c\/strong\u003e is a matched pair of direct-fit rear shocks for the 1997-2004 C5 Corvette. These gas-charged monotube dampers use a revised damping curve developed with input from championship Corvette racer Johnny O'Connell, giving C5 owners a stock-height replacement option focused on restoring rear suspension control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn an older C5, worn rear shocks can leave the car feeling loose or unsettled over bumps and quick transitions. Replacing both rear dampers together restores a matched damping foundation while retaining the factory mounting points and avoiding permanent vehicle modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaFe CONTROL part number \u003cstrong\u003e420-401001RJ\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear shock set with two shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas-charged monotube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-adjustable valving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny O'Connell-tuned revised damping curve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for stock ride height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory mounting points retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefreshes rear damping control on aging C5 Corvette suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps the rear chassis feel more settled over bumps and transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains stock ride height and factory geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatched rear pair replaces both dampers together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis page is for the \u003cstrong\u003erear shock set only\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC5 Corvettes equipped with Magnetic Ride Control may require a compatible delete kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching C5\/C6 Magnetic Ride delete kit: aFe part number \u003cstrong\u003e436-401001-N\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo permanent vehicle modification is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCA handling time: \u003cstrong\u003e1-2 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCA shipping: \u003cstrong\u003e$9.99\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003eCORVETTE COMPATIBILITY\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneration:\u003c\/strong\u003e C5 Corvette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Years:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997-2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRide Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two rear shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUse Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rear shock set is a practical choice for C5 Corvette owners refreshing an original or high-mileage suspension while keeping stock ride height and straightforward factory-style fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy This Product from Custom Corvette Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCCA separates the shared C5\/C6 aFe shock part number into generation-specific pages so C5 owners get clear 1997-2004 fitment, rear-position identification, and Magnetic Ride guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"advance Flow engineering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50279873085677,"sku":"420-401001RJ","price":522.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1359\/4413\/files\/c5-corvette-afe-control-johnny-oconnell-rear-shock-set-main.jpg?v=1784291669","url":"https:\/\/www.corvettepartsandaccessories.com\/products\/c5-corvette-afe-control-johnny-oconnell-rear-shock-set-1997-2004","provider":"Corvette Parts from Custom Corvette Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}