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Rancho 88-99 Chevrolet Pickup / C1500 1/2 Ton - RWD Front RS5000X Shock

SKU: RHORS55166

Shocks and Struts

RHO RS5000X Shocks...

Rancho 88-99 Chevrolet Pickup / C1500 1/2 Ton - RWD Front RS5000X Shock

SKU: RHORS55166

Shocks and Struts

RHO RS5000X Shocks...

A$271.32
IN STOCK! Est Ship 3-5 days. This item is IN STOCK at one of our warehouses or distribution centres, the ETA is the approximate time required to prepare your order for dispatch.
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Description

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

Application Summary

1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 Chevrolet C2500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 Chevrolet C3500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (Front) (Liter: 5.7 & Drive: RWD / Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in), Old Body Style); 1988-2000 Chevrolet C35 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1988-1999 GMC C1500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 GMC C2500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 GMC C2500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 GMC C3500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 GMC Yukon (Front) (Drive: RWD / Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in))

Part Type

Suspension Shock Absorber

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-10-13 23:08:35

Features

  • 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 Lifetime Warranty
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • REDUCES FADE -- Nitrogen gas pressurized to 150 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture to reduce damping performance fade and foaming
  • 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
  • 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

Specifications

Product Attributes - Brand
Rancho
Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number
RS55166
Product Attributes - Part Type
Shocks and Struts
Product Attributes - Product Line
Rancho RS5000X Shock Absorbers
Product Attributes - UPC
039703010306
Product Attributes - Ride Height
Stock
Product Attributes - Ride Height Note
Additional ride height information may be available for your vehicle, please refer to the app tab.
Product Attributes - Extended Length (in.)
13.83
Product Attributes - Collapsed Length (in.)
9.45
Product Attributes - Internal Design
Twin-tube
Product Attributes - Adjustable Valving
No
Product Attributes - Gas Charged
Yes
Product Attributes - Upper Mount
Stud
Product Attributes - Lower Mount
Stud
Product Attributes - Boot Included
Yes
Product Attributes - Boot Color
Red
Product Attributes - Remanufactured
No
Product Attributes - Quantity
Sold individually.

Reference Information

Brand Name/s Rancho
StreetFX SKU rhoRS55166
SFX Item ID 4249504
Supplier Item Code 4249504
Manufacturer SKU RS55166
Manufacturer UPC 39703010306
Alternative References rs5000x, ran-rs55166, ROSRS55166, C1500

Compatibility

1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 Chevrolet C2500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 Chevrolet C3500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (Front) (Liter: 5.7 & Drive: RWD / Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in), Old Body Style); 1988-2000 Chevrolet C35 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1988-1999 GMC C1500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 GMC C2500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 GMC C2500 Suburban (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in)); 1988-2000 GMC C3500 (Front) (Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in)); 1992-1999 GMC Yukon (Front) (Drive: RWD / Qualifier: Slight Grinding of Lower Control Arm is Required, with Front Raised Height 0 (in) to 1.0 (in))

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