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Rancho RS55268 Shock Absorber - Front
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RS5000X, Front
Fitment: Chevrolet and GMC, Silverado 1500 Classic, Sierra 1500 Classic, Avalanche 1500, Silverado 1500, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL 1500
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Overview of Rancho RS55268 Suspension Shock Absorber
The Rancho RS55268 suspension shock absorber is engineered for Chevrolet and GMC full-size trucks and SUVs, including models like the Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, Tahoe, and Yukon XL 1500. Designed to provide reliable damping performance, this shock absorber supports stable handling and ride comfort under various driving conditions.
- Part Number: RS55268
- Brand Line: RS5000X
- Compressed Length: 13.78 inches
- Extended Length: 20.81 inches
- Travel Length: 7.03 inches
- Lower Mounting: Clevis bracket mount (Code: Clev)
- Upper Mounting: Stem mount with 2.3/8" stem length and 3/8"-16 thread pitch
- No compressed or extended bumper stops included
- Parts pack included: P01135
Detailed Product Description
The Rancho RS55268 shock absorber is part of the RS5000X series, a line designed to deliver consistent performance for light trucks and SUVs. This suspension shock absorber features a compressed length of 13.78 inches and an extended length of 20.81 inches, providing a travel length of 7.03 inches to accommodate suspension movement effectively. The lower mounting uses a clevis bracket mount, ensuring secure attachment, while the upper mounting is a stem mount with a 2.3/8 inch stem length and 3/8"-16 thread pitch for compatibility with specific Chevrolet and GMC models.
The RS5000X product line focuses on delivering dependable shock absorption for vehicles that require durable suspension components without additional bumper stops or dust shields. This shock absorber is engineered to maintain vehicle stability and control, especially for trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic and GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, as well as SUVs such as the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon.
Applications and Problem Solving
- Reduces excessive bouncing and improves ride comfort on rough roads
- Restores proper suspension travel for Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 and GMC Yukon XL 1500
- Minimizes body roll and enhances vehicle handling during cornering
- Replaces worn or damaged shocks on Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 Classic models
- Supports stable load carrying and towing performance in Suburban 1500 and Tahoe
Installation Notes and Tips
- Verify compatibility with your specific Chevrolet or GMC model before installation
- Ensure the clevis bracket and stem mount dimensions match factory specifications
- Use the included parts pack P01135 for a complete installation
- Inspect mounting points for wear or damage prior to installation
- Professional installation is recommended to maintain suspension integrity
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Rancho RS5000X shock absorbers are manufactured to meet OEM standards for durability and performance. While specific warranty details for part number RS55268 should be confirmed with the manufacturer or distributor, Rancho products typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. This ensures confidence in the longevity and reliability of the suspension shock absorber for Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs.
| Brand | Rancho |
|---|---|
| Part Number | RS55268 |
| Position | RS5000X, Front |
| S4 | |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 13.78 |
| Dust Shield Included | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | No |
| Extended Hydraulic Lockout | No |
| Extended Length | 20.81 |
| Lower Mounting Code | CLEV |
| Lower Mounting Description | Clevis Bracket Mount |
| Parts Pack | P01135 |
| Travel Length | 7.03 |
| Upper Mounting Description | Stem Mount - 2.3/8" Stem Length X 3/8"-16 Thread Pitch |
This part fits 53 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 Classic | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 1500 Classic | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2006 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2005 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2003 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Fits vehicles equipped with a suspension system and front raised height of 4 inches.; RS5000X | ||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2002 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2001 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4.8L | V8 | Front | New Body Style; without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.3L | V8 | Front | New Body Style; without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |
| 2000 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | 4.8L | V8 | Front | New Body Style; without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | 5.3L | V8 | Front | New Body Style; without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X | ||
| 1999 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Except 4 Wheel Steering; with Rancho Suspension System; with Front Raised Height 4 (in); RS5000X |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
7186064RS5268
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.