Monroe 34831 Shock Absorber - Front

Monroe Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber 34831

Monroe Gas-Magnum shock absorber 34831 is built for front suspension use on older Dodge and Plymouth vans and trucks that need firm control without a harsh ride. It is a direct-fit suspension shock absorber for heavy-duty front-end applications, including Dodge Ram 1500 Van, Ram 2500 Van, and Ram 3500 Van coverage.

Key Features

• Gas-Magnum shock absorber line for midsize and full-size trucks and vans
• Up to twice the fluid capacity of standard 1-inch bore shocks for more efficient operation
• Firm damping response for front suspension control
• Stem upper mount with 2.3/8-inch stem length and 3/8-inch-16 thread pitch
• Cross pin lower mount with open-ended 5/16-inch hole ID and 3-inch pin length
• Compressed length: 8.875 inches; extended length: 13.375 inches; travel length: 4.5 inches
• Part number 34831 for front suspension service

Product Details

Monroe Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber 34831 is engineered for front suspension applications where load control and ride stability matter. The Gas-Magnum product line is Monroe’s heavy-duty shock absorber family for trucks and vans, using increased fluid capacity to help the shock work more efficiently with less effort. That makes it a practical choice for Dodge B150, B250, B350, B100, B200, and B300 front suspension service, along with Plymouth PB150, PB250, and PB350 models.

This part cross-references KYB 344066 and Gates 34052 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce over rough pavement
• Reduced steering stability from worn shock absorbers
• Nose dive during braking
• Harsh or uncontrolled ride quality in front suspension
• Front suspension wear caused by weak damping

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 1995-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, front
• Fits 1996-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Van, front
• Fits 1996-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Van, front, without 9,000 lb GVW
• Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B1500, front
• Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B2500, front
• Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B3500, front, without 9,000 lb GVW
• Fits 1981-1994 Dodge B150, front
• Fits 1981-1994 Dodge B250, front
• Fits 1994 Dodge B350, front, without 9,000 lb GVW
• Fits 1981-1993 Dodge B350, front, without 4,000 lb front axle
• Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB150, front
• Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB250, front
• Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB350, front, without 4,000 lb front axle
• Fits 1975-1980 Dodge B100, front
• Fits 1975-1980 Dodge B200, front
• Fits 1975-1980 Dodge B300, front, without 4,000 lb front axle

Verify front suspension mounting style, compressed length, and extended length before installation. This Monroe 34831 shock absorber uses a stem upper mount and cross pin lower mount, so matching the existing hardware layout is important for proper fitment on Dodge Ram van and B-series applications.

Quality Assurance

Monroe backs this Gas-Magnum shock absorber with a limited lifetime warranty. The design is focused on durable front suspension control for truck and van applications where consistent damping is important.