PRT Performance Ride 273165 Suspension Strut Cartridge - Front

PRT Suspension Strut Cartridge for Front Applications

PRT Performance Ride 273165 is a front suspension strut cartridge built for select Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications. It uses a dual-tube internal construction with a black SPCC body, bolt upper mount, and inset lower mount for a direct-fit service replacement.

Compatible With front suspension service on 1990-2001 Chevrolet Lumina, 1995-1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1988-1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1988-1996 Buick Regal, and 1988-1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. This part number, 273165, is specified for front positions across the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• PRT Suspension Strut Cartridge, part number 273165
• Front position fitment for multiple GM passenger cars
• Dual-tube internal construction for controlled damping response
• Black SPCC body material with a 1.77 in. cylinder outside diameter
• Compressed length: 13.27 in.; extended length: 20.35 in.
• Shaft diameter: 0.98 in.
• Upper mount type: bolt; lower mount type: inset
• Non-adjustable design
• Mounting hardware included: bolt

Product Details

PRT Performance Ride’s PRT Suspension Strut Cartridge line focuses on replacement suspension components for everyday drivability and OE-style service fitment. The 273165 cartridge is engineered for front suspension use on the Chevrolet Lumina, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Buick Regal, and Pontiac Grand Prix, making it a practical choice when restoring ride control on these platforms. The dual-tube design and fixed-valve construction support consistent damping characteristics, while the bolt upper mount and inset lower mount match the listed applications.

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

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after hitting bumps
• Nose dive during braking
• Uneven or unstable ride control
• Worn or leaking front strut cartridge replacement needs
• Reduced steering confidence on aging suspension systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Installation difficulty is moderately high for the listed applications. Review the service instructions for your vehicle before beginning, and confirm front-position fitment for your exact year and model. Because this is a strut cartridge application, proper disassembly and reassembly of the strut assembly are important for correct installation and suspension performance. Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length against the original component before installation.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride manufactures this strut cartridge as a replacement suspension component for the specified GM applications. The part is built with a dual-tube internal design and application-specific mounting points to support consistent fitment on the listed vehicles.