1996 Dodge Dakota Front Shock and Struts

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

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

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)

Designed for midsize and full-size trucks and vans, Monroe® Gas-Magnum® shock absorbers provide firm control without a harsh ride. With up to twice the fluid capacity of standard 1-in. bore shocks, they work more efficiently with less effort.

Product Features:

• DESIGNED FOR TRUCKS AND VANS — Engineered for hardworking full-size trucks and vans and features full-displaced valving on compression cycles to deliver controlled ride and handling
• BUILT TO LAST — Heavy-duty nitrocarburized rod (non-dust shield units only) and sintered iron piston enhance durability for longer service life while self-lubricating fluid seal reduces friction against piston rod to reduce wear
• CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special modifiers to handle extreme temperatures and help reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
• IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
• LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Larger bore and bigger 2-in. reserve tube work together to hold more oil for greater capacity to allow the shock to work efficiently for controlled ride and longer service life
• Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
• Sintered Iron Piston: Stronger than traditional metals, enhances durability for longer service life.
• Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.

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

HYDRO H7000 series shocks are recommended for multiple shock applications and mild to moderate off-road use. Skyjacker(R) hydro shocks, Skyjacker(R) suspensions offers you a high quality shock absorber with true velocity sensitive valving. Shock absorbers, or spring dampers as it is called everywhere else except in the U.S, control the rate at which suspension springs compress and rebound. As the shock is pushed together, this is called bump or compression. As the shock expands, this is called rebound or extension. Absorbing the shock of bumps and suspension loading is actually performed by the springs in the suspension. The shock real job is controlling the energy stored in the springs. The performance specific internal components of Skyjacker shocks respond to the on- and off-road conditions instantly. Whether you are going over rough or smooth terrain at slow or fast speeds, the true velocity sensitive valving produces a stable, controlled level of resistance for better handling, improved stability, and maximum comfort. The technological innovations of these durable, long lasting shocks from Skyjacker(R) deliver a noticeable advantage over the original equipment and other shock dampeners. Skyjacker shock absorbers deliver a safe, comfortable ride with improved handling and stability. They keep the tires in contact with the terrain and put you in control of the road ahead

Product Features:

• Hydraulic Action. Leak Proof Seal Prevents Hydraulic Fluid From Passing Around Piston Head For A Consistent And Reliable Ride
• Multi Stage Velocity Sensitive Valving
• Twin Tube Construction. DOM Tubing Reduces Internal Wear For Longer Product Life
• Bonded Iron Piston For Durability And Longer Shock Life
• Chromed Piston Rod Features Micro Polished Shaft For Improved Product Life And Performance
• Orifice Disk For Axle Control In Any Condition
• Red Polyurethane Bushings

The performance specific internal components of Skyjacker shocks respond to the on and off road conditions instantly. Whether you are going over rough or smooth terrain at slow or fast speeds, the true velocity sensitive valving produces a stable, controlled level of resistance for better handling, improved stability, and maximum comfort. The technological innovations of these durable, long lasting shocks from Skyjacker(R) deliver a noticeable advantage over the original equipment and other shock dampeners. Skyjacker shock absorbers deliver a safe, comfortable ride with improved handling and stability. They keep the tires in contact with the terrain and put you in control of the road ahead.

Product Features:

• Twin Tube Construction
• Advanced Foam Cell Technology
• Vehicle Specific Multi Stage Valving
• Increased Fluid Capacity For MAX Heat Dissipation
• 360 Degree Arc Welded End Mount And 180 Degree Directional Mounting
• Chrome Plated Shaft And Sintered Iron Piston
• Comes With Black Boot

NITRO N8000 series shocks are recommended for full size vehicles and moderate to extreme off-road applications. Skyjacker(R) nitro shocks, Skyjacker(R) suspensions offers you a high quality shock absorber with true velocity sensitive valving. Shock absorbers, or spring dampers as it is called everywhere else except in the U.S, control the rate at which suspension springs compress and rebound. As the shock is pushed together, this is called bump or compression. As the shock expands, this is called rebound or extension. Absorbing the shock of bumps and suspension loading is actually performed by the springs in the suspension. The shock real job is controlling the energy stored in the springs. The performance specific internal components of Skyjacker shocks respond to the on- and off-road conditions instantly. Whether you are going over rough or smooth terrain at slow or fast speeds, the true velocity sensitive valving produces a stable, controlled level of resistance for better handling, improved stability, and maximum comfort. The technological innovations of these durable, long lasting shocks from Skyjacker(R) deliver a noticeable advantage over the original equipment and other shock dampeners. Skyjacker shock absorbers deliver a safe, comfortable ride with improved handling and stability. They keep the tires in contact with the terrain and put you in control of the road ahead

Product Features:

• 150 PSI Pressurized Nitrogen Gas
• Multi Stage Velocity Sensitive Valving
• Twin Tube Construction. DOM Tubing Reduces Internal Wear For Longer Product Life
• Bonded Iron Piston For Durability And Longer Shock Life
• Chromed Piston Rod Features Micro Polished Shaft For Improved Product Life And Performance
• Orifice Disk For Axle Control In Any Condition
• Red Polyurethane Bushings

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)

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 Domestic Trucks
• The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Dodge Dakota
• 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

Our engineers focused their attention on tuning the low speed compression characteristics of this shock absorber, which is responsible for controlling your Sport Truck or SUV pitch and roll, dive and squat to help keep you confident and in control. The Progressive rebound tuning will complement large aftermarket wheels, keeping the ride smooth but firm and in control.

Product Features:

• The Ultimate In Premium Street Performance Solution
• Oversized Construction Provides Additional Damping Control
• Internal Teflon Coated Bushings And Piston Seals Avoid Metal To Metal Contact, Provides Lowest Possible Friction Resulting In Long Lasting Performance
• Increase In Handling And Performance At Maximum Comfort

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

The performance specific internal components of Skyjacker shocks respond to the on- and off-road conditions instantly. Whether you are going over rough or smooth terrain at slow or fast speeds, the true velocity sensitive valving produces a stable, controlled level of resistance for better handling, improved stability, and maximum comfort. The technological innovations of these durable, long lasting shocks from Skyjacker(R) deliver a noticeable advantage over the original equipment and other shock dampeners. Skyjacker shock absorbers deliver a safe, comfortable ride with improved handling and stability. They keep the tires in contact with the terrain and put you in control of the road ahead.

Product Features:

• Twin Tube Construction
• Advanced Foam-Cell Technology
• Vehicle Specific Multi-Stage Valving
• Increased Fluid Capacity For MAX Heat Dissipation
• 360 Degree Arc-Welded End Mount And 180 Degree Directional Mounting
• Chrome Plated Shaft And Sintered Iron Piston
• Comes With Black Boot

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 Dodge Dakotas
• 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.