1983 Dodge Ram 50 Rear Shock and Struts

Your 1983 Dodge Ram 50 might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Rear Shock and Struts you desperately need.

We currently carry 13 Rear Shock and Struts to choose from for your 1983 Dodge Ram 50, and our inventory prices range from as little as $31.99 up to $162.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 4 different trusted brands of Rear Shock and Struts for the 1983 Dodge Ram 50. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Monroe so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

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Rear Shock and Struts for Your 1983 Dodge Ram 50

Monroe – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37073)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$93.99
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
  • IMPROVES STABILITY — ASD (Acceleration Sensitive Damping) valving technology and fluon-banded piston deliver greater control and handling while improving ride comfort
  • 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
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
  • 1-3/8 inch (34.9 mm) bore (On most applications)
  • 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) diameter piston rod (On most applications)
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Monroe – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37029)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$56.99
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
  • IMPROVES STABILITY — ASD (Acceleration Sensitive Damping) valving technology and fluon-banded piston deliver greater control and handling while improving ride comfort
  • 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
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
  • 1-3/8 inch (34.9 mm) bore (On most applications)
  • 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) diameter piston rod (On most applications)
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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.344044)

Gas Shock

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$47.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Shock For Trucks
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Vehicle
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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KYB – Excel-G Shock Absorber (Part No.L400019802KYX)

Excel-G Shock Absorber

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$61.09
The KYB Excel-G OE-equivalent direct fit shock absorber is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The Excel-G Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions. Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Product Features:
  • Direct fit application for ease of installation
  • Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
  • Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
  • The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
  • Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
  • Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs
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Monroe – Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber (Part No.59306)

Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber

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$37.99
Gas-charged shock absorber that provides improved vehicle control for today’s light trucks, vans, full-size picks-ups and 4×4’s at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic trucks, vans, full-size pick-ups and 4×4’s
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Monroe – Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber (Part No.59304)

Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber

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$31.99
Gas-charged shock absorber that provides improved vehicle control for today’s light trucks, vans, full-size picks-ups and 4×4’s at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic trucks, vans, full-size pick-ups and 4×4’s
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Monroe – Gas-Matic Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.59003)

Gas-Matic Truck Shock Absorber

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$43.99
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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Rancho – RS5000 Shock Absorber (Part No.RS5118)

RS5000 Shock Absorber

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$66.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Rancho – RS9000XL Shock Absorber (Part No.RS999118)

RS9000XL Shock Absorber

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$162.99
Get premium control and performance with Rancho RS9000®XL shocks. Recognized as the first nine-position manually adjustable ride control series in the off-road market, RS9000XL shocks are ideal for on- and off-road use, towing and more.

Product Features:
  • NINE LEVELS OF PERFORMANCE — Nine-position easy-to-adjust knob allows customized damping control and firmness for on-road and off-road flexibility
  • DESIGNED FOR HARDWORKING VEHICLES — Ideal for stock or lifted trucks, SUVs and Jeeps that tow, haul or go off road
  • INDUSTRY FIRST — Recognized as the first nine-position manually adjustable shock series in the off-road market
  • REDUCES FADE — Nitrogen gas pressurized to 120 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture and reduce damping performance fade and foaming
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features an application-specific 18mm nitro-carburized piston rod to resist scuffs and corrosion, double-welded loops at stress areas and 1.25-in. sintered iron piston for enhanced structural integrity
  • HANDLES EXTREME TEMPERATURE CHANGES — Up to 2.75-in. tri-tube body (application specific) 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 bushings and graphite-filled fluon-banded piston help absorb ride harshness and enhance responsiveness to changing road conditions for an overall smoother ride
  • BUILT TO LAST — Low-friction, self-lubricating seal retains gas and oil for quicker rebound and smoother compression while the long-lasting premium liquid metallic finish and polyvinyl protective boot ensures long life
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KYB – MonoMax Shock Absorber (Part No.L400085303KYB)

MonoMax Shock Absorber

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$104.66
The KYB MonoMax performance direct fit shock absorber is designed for light trucks, vans, and SUV’s, including some lifted and lowered vehicles. Maximum control for trucks and SUV’s – stronger, more durable truck shock. The KYB MonoMax is a stronger, more durable heavy duty truck shock that is engineered for harsh road conditions as well as heavy hauling, towing, or plowing.

Product Features:
  • Direct fit application for ease of installation
  • The right choice for hauling, towing, or plowing
  • The best performer on harsh road conditions
  • Perfect for diesel trucks
  • Applications for light trucks, vans, and SUV’s, including some lifted and lowered vehicles
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Rancho – Rancho Shock (Part No.RS55601)

Rancho Shock

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$79.99
Featuring a unique, exclusive valving system and advanced compression functionality, Rancho® RS5000®X shocks deliver improved overall on- and off-road handling and performance.

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°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
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KYB – Gas-a-Just Shock Absorber (Part No.L400010977KYX)

Gas-a-Just Shock Absorber

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$62.25
The KYB Gas-a-Just shock absorber is engineered to significantly increase vehicle stability, handling and performance. The KYB Gas-a-Just shock absorber is a more responsive mono-tube design that automatically adjusts to driving conditions and is an ideal upgrade from an OE twin-tube design.

Product Features:
  • Direct fit application for ease of installation
  • Gas-a-Just is the replacement for an OE monotube shock
  • Ideal as an upgrade from an OE twin-tube
  • The more responsive monotube design automatically adjusts to driving conditions
  • Applications for cars, trucks, vans, and SUV’s
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Autopart International Inc – Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000467925API)

Shock Absorber

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$36.89
Shock Absorber

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RS5000 Shock Absorber
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RS5000 Shock Absorber
“Installed on 1988 Ford F-150. Easy to install and all parts needed were included.”
OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber
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“Great price”
RS9000XL Shock Absorber
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“I spent three hours on the phone with two different people, both of whom assured me that these shocks would fit. They’re not the right size…. about ”