PRT Performance Ride 173296 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

PRT Shock Absorber 173296 Overview

PRT Performance Ride 173296 is a rear suspension shock absorber for select Mazda, Ford, and Cadillac applications. It is built with a gas-charged design, bolt-on upper and lower mounts, and a metal dust shield to support consistent damping in demanding rear suspension service.

Compatible With rear applications such as 1979-1984 Mazda B2000, 1982-1984 Mazda B2200, 1972-1982 Ford Courier, 1965-1982 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1961-1964 Cadillac DeVille, and 1955-1964 Cadillac Eldorado. The PRT Shock Absorber line focuses on direct-fit suspension replacement parts for vehicles that need controlled ride motion and stable rear-end response.

Key Features

• Part number: 173296
• Rear suspension shock absorber
• Gas charged for consistent damping response
• Bolt upper mount and bolt lower mount
• Metal dust shield included
• Dust shield material: metal
• Body diameter: 1.61 in.
• Extended length: 20.63 in.
• Compressed length: 8.43 in.
• Shock stroke / travel length: 8.43 in.
• No coil over springs included
• Non-adjustable design
• No boot included

Detailed Description

PRT Performance Ride 173296 is a suspension shock absorber engineered for rear placement on a wide range of classic and light-duty vehicles. The bolt-to-bolt mounting style simplifies replacement on applications that use upper and lower bolt mounts, while the gas-charged construction helps maintain damping consistency over changing road conditions. With an 8.43-inch stroke and 20.63-inch extended length, this shock is specified for the rear suspension geometry used on the listed Mazda B2000, Mazda B2200, Ford Courier, and Cadillac applications.

Use this PRT Shock Absorber when replacing worn rear shocks on 1979-1984 Mazda B2000, 1982-1984 Mazda B2200, and 1972-1982 Ford Courier models, as well as compatible Cadillac Commercial Chassis, DeVille, and Eldorado rear suspension setups. Part number 173296 is a direct replacement option for buyers searching for a rear shock absorber for these specific vehicles.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear suspension bounce after bumps
• Reduced control from worn shock damping
• Rear-end instability during braking or cornering
• Uneven ride quality caused by aging shock absorbers
• Noise or harshness from deteriorated rear suspension control

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear fitment by matching the vehicle year, make, model, and bolt-mount configuration before installation. Compare the compressed length, extended length, and shock stroke to the original unit to verify suspension travel and mounting geometry. Inspect surrounding bushings, fasteners, and mounting points for wear before installing the new shock absorber.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride 173296 is built as a suspension replacement component for direct-fit rear shock applications. The gas-charged design and metal dust shield support durable service in everyday driving conditions.