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PRT Performance RidePart #: 173623
PRT Performance Ride 173623 Shock Absorber - Rear
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PRT Shock Absorber, Rear
Fitment: Ford, F-150 Heritage and F-150
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Overview of PRT Shock Absorber 173623 for Ford F-150
The PRT Performance Ride Shock Absorber part number 173623 is designed specifically for Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage models. This gas-charged suspension shock absorber offers reliable damping performance to maintain vehicle stability and ride comfort under various driving conditions.
- Compressed length: 14.33 inches
- Extended length: 24.25 inches
- Shock stroke/travel length: 9.92 inches
- Gas charged for consistent damping
- Metal dust shield included for protection
- Lower mount type: Loop; Upper mount type: Bolt
- Shock absorber rod end measured at bolt stage
- Shock absorber body end measured at center of loop
- Body diameter: 1.77 inches
- No coil over springs or boot included
- Non-adjustable design
About the PRT Shock Absorber Product Line
The PRT Shock Absorber line focuses on delivering dependable suspension components tailored for specific vehicle applications. This product line emphasizes precise fitment and durable construction, such as the inclusion of a metal dust shield to protect the shock absorber from debris and extend service life. The 173623 shock absorber exemplifies these qualities with its gas-charged design and robust mounting options, ensuring compatibility with Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage trucks.
Detailed Product Description
The PRT Performance Ride Shock Absorber 173623 features a gas-charged design that helps reduce foaming and maintain consistent damping performance over time. With a compressed length of 14.33 inches and an extended length of 24.25 inches, this shock absorber provides a travel length of 9.92 inches, matching the suspension requirements of Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage models. The metal dust shield protects the piston rod from dirt and debris, enhancing durability. The shock absorber mounts with a loop at the lower end and a bolt at the upper end, ensuring secure installation and proper alignment. The body diameter of 1.77 inches supports structural integrity under load. This shock absorber is non-adjustable and does not include coil over springs or a protective boot, designed for straightforward replacement applications.
Common Suspension Issues Addressed
- Reduced vehicle stability due to worn shocks
- Excessive body roll or sway during cornering
- Increased braking distance from poor damping
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension bounce
- Noise and vibration from damaged shock components
Installation Notes and Tips
- Verify compatibility with Ford F-150 or F-150 Heritage before installation
- Use proper tools to remove and install loop and bolt mounts securely
- Inspect mounting hardware and suspension components for wear during replacement
- Ensure shock absorber is fully extended before installation to avoid damage
- Follow vehicle manufacturer torque specifications for mounting bolts
Quality Assurance and Warranty
The PRT Performance Ride Shock Absorber 173623 is manufactured to meet OEM standards for fit and function. It includes a metal dust shield to protect internal components and is gas charged to maintain consistent performance. Warranty details should be confirmed with the supplier or manufacturer, as coverage may vary.
| Brand | PRT Performance Ride |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 173623 |
| Position | PRT Shock Absorber, Rear |
| Adjustable | No |
| Body Diameter | 1.77 |
| Boot Included | No |
| Coil Over Springs Included | No |
| Compressed Length | 14.33 |
| Dust Shield | Yes |
| Dust Shield Material | Metal |
| Extended Length | 24.25 |
| Gas Charged | Yes |
| Lower Mount Type | Loop |
| Shock Absorber Body End Measuring Point | Center of the Loop |
| Shock Absorber Rod End Measuring Point | Stage of the Bolt |
| Shock Stroke | 9.92 |
| Travel Length | 9.92 |
| Upper Mount Type | Bolt |
This part fits 100 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | SVT Lightning | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | King Ranch | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | Harley-Davidson Edition | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | King Ranch | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | King Ranch | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | Harley-Davidson Edition | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | King Ranch | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | King Ranch | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | Harley-Davidson Edition | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | King Ranch | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber | |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Harley-Davidson Edition | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Without 7700 GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | Austera | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | Austera | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 5.4L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.9L | L6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.9L | L6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | Lariat | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.6L | V8 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | XL | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | Base | RWD | 4.2L | V6 | Rear | Exc. 7,700 lbs GVW Package; PRT Shock Absorber |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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