Rancho RS97355 Steering Damper Kit - Front

Rancho RS97355 Steering Damper Kit

The Rancho RS97355 steering damper kit is built to reduce wheel shimmy and front-end vibration commonly seen on trucks and 4x4s with larger tires. It also helps reduce steering arm fatigue, which can improve steering feel on older Dodge, Ford, and GMC applications.

Compatible With front steering setups on select 1959-1993 Dodge, Ford, and GMC models, including Dodge Ramcharger, Dodge W100/W150/W200/W250/W300/W350, Ford F-250/F-350, and GMC K1500 applications.

• Rancho RS5000 steering stabilizer included in the kit
• Designed for front steering damper applications
• Compressed length: 13 inches
• Extended length: 22.125 inches
• Travel length: 9.125 inches
• Stem mount upper and lower configuration: S42
• Stem mount details: 2.3/8" stem length x 3/8"-16 thread pitch
• Dust shield not included

This Rancho RS97355 steering stabilizer kit is a direct-fit solution for vehicles that need tighter steering control after tire upgrades or suspension wear. It is commonly selected for front-end service on Dodge Ramcharger and Dodge W-series trucks, as well as Ford F-250 and F-350 4WD models and GMC K1500 applications where steering shake and road feedback are present. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Wheel shimmy after larger tire installation
• Steering wheel vibration on rough pavement
• Excessive road feedback through the steering system
• Steering arm fatigue from repeated vibration
• Loose or unsettled front-end steering feel

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle uses a single front steering damper layout before ordering. This kit is listed for front applications and includes steering damper mounts; some Ford F-250 and F-350 fitments note that OE steering stabilizer mounts are not included, so confirm the existing mounting style and clearance before installation. Match the stem-mount dimensions and mounting codes to the vehicle’s steering linkage and bracket locations.

Quality Assurance

Rancho designs this steering damper kit around the RS5000 stabilizer platform for controlled steering response on trucks and 4x4s. The RS97355 part number is cataloged for confirmed front fitments across select Dodge, Ford, and GMC models from 1959-1993.