{"product_id":"monroe-553002-front-gas-magnum-severe-service-strut-dodge-sprinter-2500-sprinter-3500-freightliner-sprinter-2500-sprinter-3500","title":"Monroe 553002 Front Gas-Magnum Severe Service Strut Dodge Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500, Freightliner Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500","description":"\u003cp\u003eMonroe Gas-Magnum Severe Service Strut 553002 is a high-performance replacement specifically engineered for vehicles that face demanding duty cycles, such as \u003cstrong\u003eemergency vehicles, municipal fleets, and heavy-duty work vans\u003c\/strong\u003e. These struts are built to handle the extreme weight and high-stress environments that standard original equipment often fails to manage, providing a critical upgrade in both vehicle control and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for maximum stability under load, the Gas-Magnum Severe Service series features a reinforced construction and specialized valving. This ensures that even when the vehicle is fully loaded or performing high-speed maneuvers, the suspension remains responsive, reducing body roll and improving tire-to-road contact for shorter stopping distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the Monroe Gas-Magnum Severe Service Strut 553002:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen Gas Charged:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps maintain tire-to-road contact by reducing aeration and shock fade during intense use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Bore and Piston:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides higher damping force and better heat dissipation for consistent performance under heavy loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced Mounting Brackets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra-thick steel brackets designed to withstand the structural stresses of severe-duty applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Weather Fluid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains special modifiers to handle extreme temperatures without changing viscosity, ensuring consistent damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Piston Rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardened and chrome-plated to resist scuffs and corrosion in harsh road environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of the Monroe Gas-Magnum Severe Service Strut 553002:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Vehicle Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Significantly reduces sway and \"nose dive\" during emergency braking or sharp cornering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to outlast standard struts in high-idle and high-mileage fleet environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Restores the precise handling required for vehicles operating at their maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains damping integrity even during long shifts or in extreme weather conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Maintenance Costs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty design means fewer replacements and less downtime for essential service vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications of the 553002\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive or Passive Suspension: Passive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Compression: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Rebound: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Ride Height: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Length (IN): 13.583\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed Length (IN): \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003e14.625\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed Length (MM): \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003e371.5\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust Shield Included: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended Length (IN): \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003e21.875\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended Length (MM): \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003e555.6\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Charged: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade Type: Premium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic Lockout: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Bump Stop: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Rebound Bumper: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower Mount Code: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003eSPEC\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower Mount Type: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003eClevis\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting Hardware Included: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Description: Shock Absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts Pack(s): None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock Absorber Rod End Measuring Point: Base of Stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel Length (IN): 7.25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel Length (MM): 184.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper Mount Code: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003eS1\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper Mount Type: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-measure-shocks\" target=\"_new\"\u003eStem Mount - Stem Length X M10 Thread Pitch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monroe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43324947988712,"sku":"553002","price":182.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/7501\/5144\/products\/BCZC_553002_P04_FRO_7ba5b529-89c7-4794-8545-79cf793f7130.jpg?v=1703906897","url":"https:\/\/www.shockwarehouse.com\/products\/monroe-553002-front-gas-magnum-severe-service-strut-dodge-sprinter-2500-sprinter-3500-freightliner-sprinter-2500-sprinter-3500","provider":"ShockWarehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}