PRT Performance Ride 173506 Shock Absorber - Front

PRT Shock Absorber for Front Suspension

PRT Performance Ride 173506 is a gas-charged front shock absorber built for a range of Ford, Dodge, and Bronco applications. It uses a loop lower mount and bolt upper mount, with a metal dust shield to help protect the rod area in demanding suspension service.

PRT Shock Absorber 173506 is a direct-fit suspension shock absorber for front-end replacement on select Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford Bronco, Dodge Dakota, and Dodge Durango applications. The PRT Shock Absorber line focuses on OE-style fitment and consistent damping characteristics for everyday driving and load-carrying use.

Key Features

• Gas charged front shock absorber
• Extended length: 14.72 in.; compressed length: 9.33 in.
• Shock stroke / travel length: 5.39 in.
• Body diameter: 1.77 in.
• Upper mount type: bolt; lower mount type: loop
• Metal dust shield included
• Boot not included
• Coil over springs not included
• Non-adjustable design

Detailed Description

PRT Performance Ride 173506 is a front suspension shock absorber engineered for vehicles that use a bolt upper mount and loop lower mount. Its gas-charged construction supports controlled damping response, while the metal dust shield adds protection to the shaft area in exposed front suspension locations. With 14.72 inches extended length, 9.33 inches compressed length, and 5.39 inches of stroke, this shock matches the travel requirements of the listed applications.

Compatible With 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota, front; 1998-2003 Dodge Durango, front; 1996 Ford F-150, front; 1980-1993 Ford F-150, front; 1980-1996 Ford F-250, front; 1997-1999 Ford F-250, front; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front; 1980-1997 Ford F-350, front; 1980-1996 Ford Bronco, front; 1984-1989 Ford Bronco II, front; 1983-1989 Ford Ranger, front; and 1980-1983 Ford F-100, front. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Replacement Uses

• Front shock replacement for worn or leaking suspension units
• Restoring ride control on Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 trucks
• Replacing front shocks on Ford Bronco and Bronco II models
• Addressing excessive bounce, nose dive, or unstable steering feel
• Replacing front damping on Dodge Dakota and Dodge Durango applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify mount style, compressed length, extended length, and travel before installation. This shock uses a bolt upper mount and loop lower mount, so confirm the vehicle’s front suspension matches those attachment points. Check for clearance around the dust shield and inspect related suspension components such as bushings, mounts, and hardware condition before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride manufactures suspension components for OE-style replacement applications, and part number 173506 is built to match the listed front fitments and mounting requirements.