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Rancho RS5166

Part #: RS5166
UPC: 039703516600

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Description: RS5000 Shock Absorber; Rancho RS5166 Shock Absorber

Description:

This part number has been superseded by RS55166.  

Description

The shock that started it all! Rancho RS5000 series has been the shock of choice for light trucks and sport utility vehicles since 1985. Available for stock and lifted applications, RS5000 is ideal for on and off-road use, at an affordable price. Covered by Rancho's limited lifetime warranty.

Features & benefits

  • Ten-stage velocity sensitive valving - Provides tuning specific for each vehicle
  • 5/8-in. (16mm) diameter piston rod (select applications) - Adds strength and durability. Size varies by application.
  • 1 3/8-in. (35mm) diameter piston (select applications) - Ensures performance in any environment
  • Protective boot included - Protects the shock rod and oil seal
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty - Guarantees your investment
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

Information

Twin-Tube Construction; 10-Stage Velocity Sensitive Valving; 5/8in. Diameter Chrome Piston Rod; 1-3/8in. Diameter Piston; Protective Boot Included; Limited Lifetime Warranty

Application summary

Year Make / model
1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500
1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban
1988-2000 Chevrolet C2500
1992-1999 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban
1988-2000 Chevrolet C3500
1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
1988-1998 GMC C1500
1992-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban
1988-2000 GMC C2500
1992-1999 GMC C2500 Suburban
1988-2000 GMC C3500
1992-1999 GMC Yukon

Specifications

GTIN
00039703516600
Weight
4.5 lb
Height
3.31 in
Length
24.25 in
Width
4.31 in
EO
Legal US
Life cycle
Obsolete
AAM brand code
RAN
Warehouse brand code
RAN
AAIA brand code
BCKM

Attributes

Adjustable
No
Adjustable Length
No
Body Diameter
2
California Proposition 65
No
Collapsed Length
9.490 in.
Collapsed Length (in.)
9.490
Compressed Bumper Stop
No
Compressed Length
9.49
Cylinder Included
No
Dust Shield
Yes
Dust Shield Included
Yes
Extended Bumper Stop
No
Extended Hydraulic Lockout
No
Extended Length
13.87
Extended Length (in.)
13.870 in.
Finish
Painted
Fully Open Length
13.870 in.
Lower Mount Type
Cross Pin Mount - Closed Ended, 5/16" Hole ID (Both Ends) X 2.1/2" Pin Length (Hole Center to Center)
Lower Mounting Code
Cross Pin Mount - Closed Ended 0.3125 in. Hole ID
Lower Mounting Description
Cross Pin Mount - Closed Ended; 5/16 Hole ID (Both Ends) x 2.1/2 Pin Length (Hole Center to Center)
Max Year Covered
2000
Min Year Covered
1988
Most Popular Make / Model
Chevrolet C1500
Most Popular Make/Model
Chevrolet C1500
Most Popular Year
1997
Parts Pack(s)
P01134
Product Grade
Premium
Reserve Tube Diameter
2.000 in.
Shock Stroke
4.380 in.
Shock Stroke (in.)
4.380
Total Part VIO
2167557
Travel Length
4.38
Upper Mount Type
Stem Mount - 2.3/8" Stem Length X 3/8"-16 Thread Pitch
Upper Mounting Code
Stem Mount - 2.375 in. Stem Length x 0.375 in. -16
Upper Mounting Description
Stem Mount - 2.3/8 Stem Length x 3/8-16 Thread Pitch

Fitment status

It is unknown whether this product will fit your application.

Application summary

1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500; 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban; 1988-2000 Chevrolet C2500; 1992-1999 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban; 1988-2000 Chevrolet C3500; 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe; 1988-1998 GMC C1500; 1992-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban; 1988-2000 GMC C2500; 1992-1999 GMC C2500 Suburban; 1988-2000 GMC C3500; 1992-1999 GMC Yukon

Equivalent Parts

Rancho - RS55166
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