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RS5000XRancho RS55188 Shock Absorber - Front
| Brand | Rancho RS55188 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| LS23 | |
| S4 | |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 8.87 |
| Dust Shield Included | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | Yes |
| Extended Hydraulic Lockout | No |
| Extended Length | 12.7 |
| Lower Mounting Description | Loop Bushing & Sleeve Mount - 12MM Sleeve ID X 1.1/4" Sleeve OAL |
| Parts Pack | P01134 |
| Reserve Tube Diameter | 2 |
| Travel Length | 3.83 |
| Upper Mounting Description | Stem Mount - 2.3/8" Stem Length X 3/8"-16 Thread Pitch |
| Product line | RS5000X |
| Fits | Nissan · 62 vehicles |
Exclusive valving system. Delivers more responsive handling and performance on and off road.
Advanced compression functionality. Improves control through a wider range of driving conditions.
Suspension shock absorber with loop and stem mounts for a direct replacement fit.
Cross-references RS5188 for the same application. See all 1.
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Rancho RS5000X Front Shock for Nissan
The Rancho RS5000X front suspension shock absorber is built for Nissan Frontier, Xterra, and D21 applications that need controlled ride response on pavement and improved stability off-road. Part number RS55188 uses Rancho’s RS5000X valving and advanced compression control to help balance comfort, handling, and suspension control.
Key Features
- Rancho RS5000X front shock absorber for suspension replacement
- Exclusive valving system for improved on-road and off-road handling
- Advanced compression functionality for more controlled damping response
- Reserve tube diameter: 2 in.
- Compressed length: 8.87 in.; extended length: 12.7 in.; travel length: 3.83 in.
- Upper mount: stem mount with 2.3/8 in. stem length and 3/8 in.-16 thread pitch
- Lower mount: loop bushing and sleeve mount with 12 mm sleeve ID and 1.1/4 in. sleeve OAL
- Extended bumper stop: Yes
Product Details
Rancho RS55188 is a front suspension shock absorber in the RS5000X line, a product family focused on controlled damping for trucks and SUVs that see mixed driving conditions. This shock is engineered for front suspension use on 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 1986-1994 Nissan D21 applications listed below. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What This Shock Absorber Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce after bumps or dips
- Loose or unsettled steering feel on rough roads
- Reduced control during off-road suspension movement
- Worn shock performance that can affect ride quality
- Front suspension response that feels inconsistent under load
Installation Notes and Fitment
- Fits 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, front, front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X
- Fits 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier, front, with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X
- Fits 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier, front, with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X
- Fits 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, front, with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X
- Fits 1986-1994 Nissan D21, front, with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X
Verify front suspension configuration, lift height, and mounting style before installation. The upper stem mount and lower loop bushing/sleeve mount should match the vehicle’s existing shock hardware and suspension setup. Part number RS55188 is intended for the front position only.
Quality Assurance
Rancho RS5000X shocks are built around a specialized valving design and compression tuning aimed at consistent damping performance for street and trail use. RS55188 is part of Rancho’s RS5000X product line for Nissan Frontier, Xterra, and D21 front suspension applications.
This part fits 62 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2004 | Nissan | Xterra | — | — | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2003 | Nissan | Xterra | — | — | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2002 | Nissan | Xterra | — | — | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Standard Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Standard Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2001 | Nissan | Xterra | — | — | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Standard Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Standard Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Desert Runner Package; with Front Raised Height 0 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Frontier | Crew Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 2000 | Nissan | Xterra | — | — | Front | with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1999 | Nissan | Frontier | Standard Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 1999 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 1998 | Nissan | Frontier | Standard Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 1998 | Nissan | Frontier | Extended Cab Pickup | 4WD | Front | Front suspension strut for vehicles with 0" lift, suitable for installation.; RS5000X |
| 1994 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1993 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1992 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1991 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1990 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1989 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1988 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1987 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
| 1986 | Nissan | D21 | — | — | Front | with Front Raised Height 2.5 (in); RS5000X |
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Directly replaces or cross-references 1 part number
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RS5188