2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Shocks and Struts

Essential 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Shocks and Struts

Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1998)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.29
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Monroe – Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber (Part No.59404)

Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber

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$32.99
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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KYB – Excel-G Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000377600KYB)

Excel-G Shock Absorber

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$134.60
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.

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 – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37177)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$92.99
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 – Reflex Strut (Part No.71124)

Reflex Strut

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$104.99
Monroe® Reflex® struts feature ASD valving technology that automatically adjusts to absorb the impact, leaving the strut with greater control when it is needed. Monroe Reflex struts improve overall ride characteristics in all road conditions.

Product Features:
  • IMPROVES STABILITY — ASD (Acceleration Sensitive Damping) valving technology adjusts to impacts, reducing roll and dive for vehicles with a higher center of gravity
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Rod displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and a smooth ride (on most applications)
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • OPTIONAL DUST BOOT/JOUNCE BUMPER — Protective dust boot reduces dirt and moisture, while jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement (both sold separately)
  • LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Bronze reinforced rod guide bearing and special single lip seal combined with hardened, chrome-plated piston rod provides durability and longer service life
  • Fluon Banded Piston: The fluon band provides consistent sealing between the piston and pressure tube which delivers better control and increased durability.
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Rancho – RS5000X Shock Absorber (Part No.RS55229)

RS5000X Shock Absorber

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$91.99
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
  • Rebound Bumper
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Monroe – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37122)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$89.99
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 – Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.911035)

Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$56.99
Ideal for vehicles with a higher center of gravity, Monroe® Reflex® shocks and struts valving technology automatically adjusts the unit to absorb the impact, helping to reduce vehicle roll and dive. These units provide greater control for improved handling and vehicle stability.

Product Features:
  • ASD Technology: Innovative valving provides greater control for handling, while improving ride comfort.
  • All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction.
  • Fluon Banded Piston: The fluon band provides consistent sealing between the piston and pressure tube which delivers better control and increased durability.
  • Full Displaced Valving: Tuned specifically for each application, this valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 2-1/4 inch or 2 inch Diameter Reserve Tube: Allows more fluid carrying capacity for a cooler running unit.
  • 1-3/8 inch Bore: Lower operating pressure than standard 1 inch bore units
  • 5/8 inch Piston Rod: Heavy-duty nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.565003)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$118.99
Tough conditions demand tough truck shocks. The large bore KYB MonoMax provides the additional stability that heavier, more powerful or high center of gravity vehicles demand. The KYB MonoMax is a heavy duty monotube shock absorber that provides the most handling, control and durability of any KYB shock; and its just for trucks. The MonoMaxs tough design automatically adjusts to driving conditions with fade-free performance. The KYB MonoMax has an outstanding reputation for vehicles that do real work, go off-road, tow a trailer or haul heavy loads. It uses a work-ready, zinc-coated steel piston ring and includes an off-road dust boot.

Product Features:
  • Maximum Performance Upgrade With Up To 40% More Damping Performance Than Standard Shock Absorbers
  • Perfect Solution When You Need To Upgrade Suspension Performance On Your Truck
  • Truck Monotube Design Outperforms All Other Standard Shock Absorbers
  • Zinc-Coated, Stainless Steel Piston Ring Provides A Positive Seal In The Most Extreme Conditions
  • Rubber Boot To Protect The Shaft And Keep Dirt And Debris Away From The Seals
  • Engineered To Help Vehicles With Electronic Safety Systems (Esc, Abs, Etc.)
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Monroe – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37035)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$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
  • 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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Carquest Premium – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount (Part No.28-710414)

Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount

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$207.99
Carquest Premium complete strut assemblies are manufactured by a leading original equipment supplier (O.E.S.) for a perfect OE fit, form and function. Carquest Premium strut assemblies are pre-assembled units that make your ride control repair faster and easier with no special tools needed for installation. Our complete strut assemblies or loaded struts are rigorously tested for proven reliability and offer an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:
  • Pre-assembled with all new strut, bearing plate, coil spring, dust cover and spring seat
  • Struts feature application-specific technology with exact strut valving and tuning for smoother, safer and more stable ride
  • Springs are built with U.S. grade steel and designed to match factory ride height and performance
  • OE quality strut mount, bearing plate and brackets
  • Complete strut assembly is extensively tested for functionality and durability
  • Built with a micro-smooth, chrome-plated piston rod
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KYB – Excel-G Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000377601KYB)

Excel-G Shock Absorber

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$129.78
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.

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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Rancho – RS5000X Shock Absorber (Part No.RS55185)

RS5000X Shock Absorber

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$88.99
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
  • Rebound Bumper
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Suncore – Quick Strut Kit (Part No.2-55S15140-001)

Quick Strut Kit

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$269.99
Quick Strut Kit

Sachs – Strut Mount (Part No.L3030201683SAC)

Strut Mount

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$37.17
Strut Mount

Monroe – Strut-Mate Strut Mounting Kit (Part No.L3033574927MNR)

Strut-Mate Strut Mounting Kit

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$47.37
Monroe Strut-Mate mounting kits are direct fit replacements designed to complement the ride control characteristics of Monroe struts. In addition, our full line will provide you with late model original equipment coverage. When doing strut replacements, it is important to do the complete job. This means not only replacing the struts but also inspecting and replacing worn strut mounts. Remember, worn strut mounts can adversely affect a vehicle’s safety and handling. Not only are strut mounts a necessary component of the suspension system, they consist of rubber to metal bonded parts that wear out over time as well. Worn bearings may also cause noise, steering binding, vibration and vehicle pull. Strut-Mate mounting kits can include:

Product Features:
  • Strut Mount
  • Bearing
  • Upper Spring Isolator
  • Lower Spring Isolator
  • Upper Spring Seat
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1997)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Shocks and Struts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Maybe you just need a couple of Shocks and Struts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 18 different Shocks and Struts in our inventory ranging from $13.29 to $118.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac running smoothly.

Shocks and Struts are only as good as their brand. We stock 4 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Monroe, Rancho, and KYB are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Shocks and Struts for your 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 686 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit with 4.6 stars and RS5000 Shock Absorber with 4.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Shocks and Struts to keep your 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Shocks and Struts Brands To Make Your 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Shocks and Struts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Explorer Sport Trac the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Shocks and Struts brands and parts.

FAQs for 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Shocks and Struts

What are the most purchased Shocks and Struts for the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Out of 18 Shocks and Struts for the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, the most popular in our inventory are:
Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
from $32.99
This product is not rated
Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
Front Shock and Struts
RS5000X Shock Absorber
from $91.99
This product is not rated
RS5000X Shock Absorber
Front Shock and Struts
Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber
from $66.99
This product is not rated
Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber
Front Shock and Struts

What are the top-rated 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Shocks and Struts?

Top-rated Shocks and Struts for your 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
from $13.29
(13)
Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
“worked very well”
RS5000 Shock Absorber
from $68.99
(4)
RS5000 Shock Absorber
“Yo”
Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber
from $56.99
(1)
Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber
“Not much room to secure the two top bolts on the rear on Explorer. Little room on top to place a wrench. Much easier to use case hardened nuts and b”