PRT Performance Ride 583053 Steering Damper - Front

PRT Steering Damper for Ram and Dodge Ram

The PRT Performance Ride Steering Damper, part number 583053, is a front steering stabilizer built for Ram and Dodge Ram truck applications with loop-to-loop mounting. It uses oil damping, a cold-drawn round steel shaft, and a black finish to support steady steering response on heavy-duty trucks.

PRT Steering Damper is the product line for steering control components from PRT Performance Ride. This damper is specified with a compressed length of 14.29, an extended length of 23.74, a 0.49 shaft diameter, and a Q253B cylinder material for direct replacement use in confirmed front-fit applications.

Key Features

• Part number 583053 for front steering damper replacement
• Oil-damped design for steering control response
• Loop upper and lower mounts for listed applications
• Cold-drawn round steel shaft with 0.49 shaft diameter
• Black finish with Q253B cylinder material
• Compressed length: 14.29; extended length: 23.74

Detailed Description

PRT Performance Ride 583053 is a steering damper for Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Dodge Ram truck front-end steering systems. It is listed for 2011-2013 Ram 2500 front, 2011-2012 Ram 3500 front, 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 front, 1997-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 front, 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 1500 front, and 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 3500 front with OEM #52038276 replacement cylinder only. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Use this PRT steering damper when replacing a worn front stabilizer on Dodge Ram 1500, Dodge Ram 2500, Dodge Ram 3500, or Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks that match the listed mounting and dimensional specifications. The loop-to-loop design and oil damping support consistent steering feel in confirmed front applications.

What It Helps Address

• Steering wheel shake or shimmy in the front end
• Excessive steering feedback over rough pavement
• Worn or leaking steering damper cylinder
• Reduced steering stability on Ram and Dodge Ram trucks
• Replacement needs for front loop-mount steering damper applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front mounting style before installation. Confirm compressed length, extended length, and loop mount configuration against the original damper, especially on Dodge Ram 1500, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500 applications. For 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 3500, confirm OEM #52038276 replacement cylinder-only fitment before ordering.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride steering components are built for direct-fit replacement in the applications listed above. This part number 583053 is specified with defined dimensions, mounting style, shaft material, and damping type to support accurate fitment selection.

• Fits 2011-2013 Ram 2500, front
• Fits 2011-2012 Ram 3500, front
• Fits 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, front; cylinder only
• Fits 1997-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, front; cylinder only
• Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 1500, front; cylinder only
• Fits 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 3500, front; w/ OEM #52038276 replacement cylinder only