Rancho - rhoRS55233 - 1997-2002 Ford Expedition Front RS5000X Shock

Featuring a unique, exclusive valving system and advanced compression functionality, Rancho® RS5000™X shocks deliver improved overall on- and off-road handling and performance. Rancho RS5000X RS55233 Suspension Shock Absorber for Ford F-150

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• REDUCES FADE -- Nitrogen gas pressurized to 150 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture to reduce damping performance fade and foaming
• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE -- Comes with Rancho’s Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Rancho RS5000X RS55233 suspension shock absorber is designed for the front of select 1997-2002 Ford Expedition applications. Its exclusive valving system and advanced compression functionality are engineered to improve on- and off-road handling, ride control, and overall performance.

Key Features & Performance Benefits

• Enhanced durability: A 16 mm nitro-carburized piston rod resists scuffs and corrosion, while double-welded loops reinforce stress areas.
• Improved shock control: The application-specific 35 mm sintered iron piston and expanded piston area provide heightened control of shock motion.
• Temperature management: The large twin-tube body and all-weather fluid support cooler operation and vehicle control across internal temperatures from -40 to 248°F.
• Smoother ride response: Polyurethane and rubber components help absorb harshness, while the fluon-banded piston enhances responsiveness to changing road conditions.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

• Brand: Rancho
• Series: RS5000X
• Part number: RS55233
• Application: Front suspension shock absorber
• Vehicle: Ford Expedition
• Model years: 1997-2002
• Gas pressure: Nitrogen pressurized to 150 PSI
• Construction: Large twin-tube body with a 35 mm sintered iron piston and 16 mm nitro-carburized piston rod

What's Included

One Rancho RS5000X RS55233 suspension shock absorber. Rancho’s Limited Lifetime Warranty is included.

Fitment

Fits 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002 Ford Expedition applications.

Fitments:
1997 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
1997 Ford Expedition XLT
1997 Ford F-150 Base
1997 Ford F-150 Lariat
1997 Ford F-150 XL
1997 Ford F-150 XLT
1997 Ford F-250 Base
1997 Ford F-250 Lariat
1997 Ford F-250 XL
1997 Ford F-250 XLT
1998 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
1998 Ford Expedition XLT
1998 Ford F-150 Base
1998 Ford F-150 Lariat
1998 Ford F-150 XL
1998 Ford F-150 XLT
1998 Ford F-250 Base
1998 Ford F-250 Lariat
1998 Ford F-250 XL
1998 Ford F-250 XLT
1999 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
1999 Ford Expedition XLT
1999 Ford F-150 Base
1999 Ford F-150 Lariat
1999 Ford F-150 XL
1999 Ford F-150 XLT
1999 Ford F-250 Base
1999 Ford F-250 Lariat
1999 Ford F-250 XL
1999 Ford F-250 XLT
2000 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
2000 Ford Expedition XLT
2000 Ford F-150 Base
2000 Ford F-150 Lariat
2000 Ford F-150 XL
2000 Ford F-150 XLT
2001 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
2001 Ford Expedition XLT
2001 Ford F-150 King Ranch
2001 Ford F-150 Lariat
2001 Ford F-150 XL
2001 Ford F-150 XLT
2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
2002 Ford Expedition XLT
2002 Ford F-150 King Ranch
2002 Ford F-150 Lariat
2002 Ford F-150 XL
2002 Ford F-150 XLT
2003 Ford F-150 King Ranch
2003 Ford F-150 Lariat
2003 Ford F-150 XL
2003 Ford F-150 XLT
2004 Ford F-150 Heritage XL
2004 Ford F-150 Heritage XLT

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Unknown
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1