1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts

Keep Your 1979 Dodge D50 in Top Shape with Quality Shocks and Struts

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Shocks and Strut, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1979 Dodge D50 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Shackle Bushings, Rear Shock and Struts, and Front Shock and Struts. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Top-Rated Shocks and Struts from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Shocks and Strut? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Monroe. For example, Monroe Shocks and Struts start at just $48.99 with an average 4.4 star rating. With over 106 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Dodge D50 owners approve.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Shocks and Strut, don’t forget to check out other key components like Air Suspension and Kits and Control Arms. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1979 Dodge D50 in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts

Monroe – OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.37073)

OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$108.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe OESpectrum light truck shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS – Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • CONSISTENT RIDE – OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • BUILT TO LAST – Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s Limited Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference
  • 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) diameter piston rod (On most applications)
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Monroe – Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.59001)

Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$48.99
Monroe Gas-Matic truck shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic light trucks and vans
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.KG5434)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$74.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand.

Product Features:
  • Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
  • Components And Valving Designed Specifically For Trucks
  • Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
  • High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
  • Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
  • The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
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Dorman – SHACKLE BUSHING (Part No.541-583)

SHACKLE BUSHING

from

$3.99
SHACKLE BUSHING

Monroe – Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.59089)

Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$35.99
Monroe Gas-Matic truck shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic light trucks and vans
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Most Popular Shackle Bushing for 1979 Dodge D50s

Enhance your 1979 Dodge D50 with this popular Shackle Bushing we have in stock, for $3.99.

Dorman – SHACKLE BUSHING (Part No.541-583)

SHACKLE BUSHING

from

$3.99
SHACKLE BUSHING

Best-Selling 1979 Dodge D50 Rear Shock and Struts

Upgrade your D50 with one of our 4 best-selling Rear Shock and Struts, earning an average 4.75 stars rating across 53 reviews.

Monroe – OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.37073)

OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$108.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe OESpectrum light truck shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS – Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • CONSISTENT RIDE – OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • BUILT TO LAST – Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s Limited Warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference
  • 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) diameter piston rod (On most applications)
See More

Monroe – Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.59001)

Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$48.99
Monroe Gas-Matic truck shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic light trucks and vans
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
See More

Rancho – RS5000X Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.RS55601)

RS5000X Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$79.99
Product Features:
  • 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
  • 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 Deg. 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
  • REDUCES FADE: Nitrogen gas pressurized to 150 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture to reduce damping performance fade and foaming
  • 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
  • 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
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: Comes with Rancho’s Limited Warranty
See More

KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.KG5434)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

from

$74.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand.

Product Features:
  • Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
  • Components And Valving Designed Specifically For Trucks
  • Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
  • High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
  • Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
  • The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
See More

Top-Quality Front Shock and Struts for 1979 Dodge D50s

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Front Shock and Strut for Dodge D50s and enjoy top-notch performance from $35.99.

Monroe – Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.59089)

Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$35.99
Monroe Gas-Matic truck shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic light trucks and vans
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
See More

Rancho – RS5000X Suspension Shock Absorber (Part No.RS55602)

RS5000X Suspension Shock Absorber

from

$84.99
Product Features:
  • 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
  • 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 Deg. 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
  • REDUCES FADE: Nitrogen gas pressurized to 150 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture to reduce damping performance fade and foaming
  • 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
  • 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
  • BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: Comes with Rancho’s Limited Warranty
See More

Top-Rated Shocks and Strut Brands For Your 1979 Dodge D50

When it comes to finding the perfect Shocks and Strut for your 1979 Dodge D50, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 4 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Shocks and Strut brands including Monroe, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.4 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $48.99. Purchasing a Shocks and Strut from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1979 Dodge D50, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Monroe 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts

If you’re looking for a top-quality Shocks and Strut for your 1979 Dodge D50, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Monroe Shocks and Struts. We have 2 Monroe Shocks and Struts in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $48.99 and an average cost of $78.99, you’ll find the perfect Shocks and Strut for your needs and budget. Monroe Shocks and Struts for the 1979 Dodge D50 come highly rated, with over 53 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.4 stars. Choosing a Monroe Shocks and Strut from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber
from $48.99
(47)
Gas-Matic Suspension Shock Absorber
“Used on a custom setup. These are just what I need. Not going to get a lot of abuse.”
OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber
from $108.99
(6)
OESpectrum Suspension Shock Absorber
“I picked up the order at the local store and had them installed myself in about an hour.”

FAQs for 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts

What are the best-selling Shocks and Struts for 1979 Dodge D50s?

Out of 7 Shocks and Struts that fit 1979 Dodge D50s, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts?

The prices of Shocks and Struts for the 1979 Dodge D50 range from $3.99 up to $108.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Shocks and Strut for a 1979 Dodge D50?

The average price for Shocks and Struts for the 1979 Dodge D50 is $62.56. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Shocks and Strut category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

What are the cheapest Shocks and Struts for my 1979 Dodge D50?

The cheapest 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Shocks and Struts for any other 1979 Dodge models?

Yes. We stock Shocks and Struts for 19 other popular 1979 Dodge models. Some of the most popular are 1979 Challenger Shocks and Struts, 1979 Magnum Shocks and Struts, 1979 Ramcharger Shocks and Struts, 1979 W150 Shocks and Struts, and 1979 D150 Shocks and Struts.

What are the top-rated Shocks and Struts that fit the 1979 Dodge D50?

The one 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Strut we have in stock is the SHACKLE BUSHING. It costs $3.99.

What types of Shocks and Struts do you sell for my 1979 Dodge D50?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Shocks and Struts for a 1979 Dodge D50:

Can I get help with 1979 Dodge D50 Shocks and Strut orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Dodge Shocks and Struts and more.

What is your return policy for Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Dodge D50 Shocks and Struts and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.