PRT Performance Ride 173823 Shock Absorber - Front

Front Shock Absorber for Ram 1500

PRT Performance Ride 173823 is a gas-charged front suspension shock absorber for select 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. It is built with a bolt upper mount and loop lower mount to match the listed front application, with OE-style dimensions for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• Fits 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, front
• Gas charged construction for consistent damping response
• Compressed length: 9.21 in; extended length: 14.09 in
• Shock stroke and travel length: 4.88 in
• Upper mount type: bolt; lower mount type: loop
• Body diameter: 1.77 in
• No coil over springs, boot, or dust shield included
• Non-adjustable design for direct suspension replacement

Product Details

This PRT Shock Absorber line component is engineered for front suspension service on the Dodge Ram 1500, part number 173823. The shock uses a center-of-loop body end measuring point and a stage-of-the-bolt rod end measuring point, which helps match the mounting geometry of the listed vehicle application. PRT Performance Ride 173823 is a straightforward replacement choice when restoring front ride control on 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 models.

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

Common Problems It Can Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced control over rough pavement
• Nose dive during braking
• Uneven ride feel from worn shock damping
• Front suspension instability on a Dodge Ram 1500

Installation Notes

Verify the front mounting style, compressed length, and extended length against the removed shock before installation. Confirm that the vehicle is a 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 front application and inspect related suspension components for wear before replacing the shock absorber. Part number 173823 is non-adjustable and does not include a boot or dust shield.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride shock absorbers are built for direct-fit suspension replacement in the listed application. This PRT Shock Absorber 173823 is specified for the front position on 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks and follows the mounting and dimensional requirements shown in the product data.