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Rancho 87-95 Jeep Wrangler Front RS5000X Shock
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$63.32
$63.32
Tech Specs
- Brand
- Rancho
- SKU
- RHORS55168
- Manufacturer part number
- RS55168
- Category
- Suspension › Shocks and Struts
- Shipping weight
- 7.1 lb
- Availability
- Stocked
- EPA
- N/A
BUILT TO LAST -- Low-friction, self-lubricating seal retains gas and oil for quicker rebound and smoother compression while the application-specific piston delivers heightened control of shock motion due to the expanded piston area
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-1993 | Jeep | Wrangler | Base |
| 1988-1992 | Jeep | Wrangler | Islander |
| 1987-1990 | Jeep | Wrangler | Laredo |
| 1991-1994 | Jeep | Wrangler | Renegade |
| 1995 | Jeep | Wrangler | Rio Grande |
| 1988,1991-1994 | Jeep | Wrangler | S |
| 1988-1995 | Jeep | Wrangler | Sahara |
| 1994-1995 | Jeep | Wrangler | SE |
| 1987-1988 | Jeep | Wrangler | Sport |
- BUILT TO LAST -- Low-friction, self-lubricating seal retains gas and oil for quicker rebound and smoother compression while the application-specific piston delivers heightened control of shock motion due to the expanded piston area
- STRONG AND DURABLE -- Features a 16mm nitro-carburized piston rod to resist scuffs & corrosion, double-welded loops at stress areas, 35mm sintered iron piston for enhanced structural integrity and polyvinyl protective boot
- HANDLES EXTREME TEMPERATURE CHANGES -- Large twin-tube body filled with all-weather fluid allows for cooler operation, increased vehicle control and ability to withstand internal temperatures of -40 to 248°F
- SMOOTH PERFORMANCE -- Polyurethane rebound bumper and rubber bushings help absorb ride harshness while the fluon-banded piston enhances responsiveness to changing road conditions for an overall smoother ride
- MAINTAINS VEHICLE CONTROL -- Compression Control Valve is custom-tuned for each vehicle to regulate fluid transfer to absorb impacts without disc flutter and help maintain shock motion control
- IMPROVED HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE -- Cross Tuned technology featuring exclusive rebound valving system and advanced compression phase improves overall handling and performance on and off road
- MINIMIZES ROUGH RIDE -- Exclusive Progressive Engagement Valving is custom-tuned for each vehicle to help reduce initial impacts at low speeds and minimizes a rough ride
- REDUCES FADE -- Nitrogen gas pressurized to 150 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture to reduce damping performance fade and foaming
- BUY WITH CONFIDENCE -- Comes with Rancho’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
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