PRT Performance Ride 172288 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

Rear Shock Absorber for Chrysler and Dodge Applications

PRT Performance Ride 172288 is a rear suspension shock absorber built for a wide range of Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles from 1981-1995. It uses loop-to-loop mounting, gas-charged construction, and a metal dust shield to support consistent rear suspension control on listed applications.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models
• Gas charged design for stable damping response
• Loop upper and lower mounts for direct replacement on matched applications
• Compressed length: 13.23 in; extended length: 21.73 in
• Shock stroke and travel length: 8.50 in
• Body diameter: 1.52 in
• Dust shield included; metal dust shield material
• No coil over springs included
• Non-adjustable design

Product Details

The PRT Shock Absorber line focuses on replacement suspension components for everyday service and restoration work. Part number 172288 is a rear shock absorber with center-of-the-loop measuring points at both ends, making it a direct-match style component for vehicles that use loop mounts. It is listed for rear applications on Chrysler LeBaron, Daytona, New Yorker, Town & Country, Laser, Imperial, Dynasty, Dodge Aries, Daytona, 600, Lancer, Shadow, Spirit, Plymouth Reliant, Sundance, and Acclaim models within the specified year ranges. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Reduced rear-end stability on worn suspension systems
• Uneven ride control from aging shock absorbers
• Rear suspension noise caused by deteriorated damping components
• Loss of control over body motion during braking and cornering

Installation Notes and Fitment

Compatible With rear applications only. Verify loop-style upper and lower mounts, compressed length, and extended length before installation. Fits 1987-1995 Chrysler LeBaron, rear; 1982-1983 Chrysler LeBaron, rear; 1989-1995 Dodge Spirit, rear; 1989-1995 Plymouth Acclaim, rear; 1987-1994 Dodge Shadow, rear; 1987-1994 Plymouth Sundance, rear; 1987-1993 Chrysler Daytona, rear; 1984 Chrysler Daytona, rear; 1988-1993 Chrysler Dynasty, rear, w/o Air Leveling System; 1990-1993 Chrysler Imperial, rear, Exc. Air Suspension; 1988-1993 Chrysler New Yorker, rear, w/o Air Leveling System, Exc. Air Suspension; 1987-1993 Dodge Daytona, rear; 1984 Dodge Daytona, rear; 1987-1989 Dodge Aries, rear; 1981-1984 Dodge Aries, rear; 1987-1989 Dodge Lancer, rear; 1987-1989 Plymouth Reliant, rear; 1981-1984 Plymouth Reliant, rear; 1987-1988 Chrysler Town & Country, rear; 1983 Chrysler Town & Country, rear; 1987-1988 Dodge 600, rear; 1983-1984 Dodge 600, rear; 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, rear, Exc. Air Suspension; 1983-1984 Chrysler New Yorker, rear, Exc. Air Suspension; 1986 Chrysler Daytona, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Chrysler Laser, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Chrysler LeBaron, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Chrysler New Yorker, rear, Exc. Air Suspension, From 1/86; 1986 Chrysler Town & Country, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Dodge 600, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Dodge Aries, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Dodge Daytona, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Dodge Lancer, rear, From 1/86; 1986 Plymouth Reliant, rear, From 1/86; 1985 Chrysler Daytona, rear, To 12/84; 1984-1985 Chrysler Laser, rear, To 12/84; 1984-1985 Chrysler LeBaron, rear, To 12/84; 1985 Chrysler New Yorker, rear, Exc. Air Suspension, To 12/84; 1985 Chrysler Town & Country, rear, To 12/84; 1985 Dodge 600, rear, To 12/84; 1985 Dodge Aries, rear, To 12/84; 1985 Dodge Daytona, rear, To 12/84; 1985 Dodge Lancer, rear, To 12/85; 1985 Plymouth Reliant, rear, To 12/84.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride supplies suspension replacement parts for listed vehicle applications, with specifications provided for length, stroke, mount style, and dust protection to support accurate part selection.