PRT Performance Ride 170740 Shock Absorber - Front

Front Shock Absorber for Classic Ford and Mercury

PRT Performance Ride 170740 is a gas-charged front suspension shock absorber for classic Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar applications. It is built with a 4.80-inch stroke, 14.25-inch extended length, and 9.45-inch compressed length to match the front suspension geometry on covered vehicles.

Compatible With 1965-1970 Ford Mustang, front, and 1967-1970 Mercury Cougar, front, this PRT Shock Absorber line focuses on direct-fit suspension service for older performance and driver-focused platforms. Part number 170740 is a non-adjustable unit with a loop lower mount and bolt upper mount.

Key Features

• PRT Performance Ride PRT Shock Absorber, part number 170740
• Front suspension shock absorber for classic Mustang and Cougar fitments
• Gas charged for consistent damping response
• 4.80-inch shock stroke with 14.25-inch extended length
• 9.45-inch compressed length for the listed front applications
• Lower mount type: loop; upper mount type: bolt
• Body diameter: 1.61 inches
• No coil over springs, boot, or dust shield included
• Non-adjustable design

Product Details

PRT Performance Ride 170740 is a front shock absorber engineered around the mounting and travel requirements of 1965-1970 Ford Mustang and 1967-1970 Mercury Cougar models without heavy duty suspension. The shock uses a loop lower mount and bolt upper mount, with measuring points listed at the center of the loop on the body end and the stage of the bolt on the rod end. Its gas-charged construction supports stable suspension control during normal road use, while the 4.80-inch travel length helps maintain proper wheel movement within the specified fitment range.

This PRT Shock Absorber is a practical replacement choice when servicing the front suspension on a classic Ford Mustang or Mercury Cougar and when matching OE-style dimensions matters. Part number 170740 is also a useful reference when searching for a front shock absorber for 1965-1970 Ford Mustang, front, or 1967-1970 Mercury Cougar, front.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced damping control from worn shock absorbers
• Front suspension instability on classic Mustang and Cougar models
• Noisy or loose-feeling ride quality from aged suspension components
• Uneven road contact caused by weak shock performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 1965-1970 Ford Mustang or 1967-1970 Mercury Cougar with front suspension and without heavy duty suspension before installation. Confirm mount style, compressed length, and extended length against the original shock absorber to ensure proper fitment. Inspect related suspension hardware, bushings, and mounting points for wear before replacing the shock.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride supplies suspension components for direct replacement applications, and this PRT Shock Absorber is built to the listed dimensions and mount configuration for the covered vehicles. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.