SHOCK ABSORBER REAR LEFT (BALL TYPE)
Part name: SHOCK ABSORBER – Rear Left (Ball Type)
Application:
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Dodge WC-52, WC-53, WC-54 (¾-ton 4x4)
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Rear axle, left side
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Upper mount with ball stud (ball type)
Function:
Double-acting hydraulic telescopic shock absorber that dampens axle and wheel movement for improved handling and ride comfort.
Ball stud mounting allows angular movement to suit suspension geometry.
Technical specifications (TM average values):
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Type: double-acting, hydraulic, serviceable
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Extended length: ± 21.50" (546 mm)
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Compressed length: ± 13.00" (330 mm)
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Stroke: ± 8.50" (216 mm)
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Upper mount: ball stud
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Lower mount: eye with rubber bushing
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Cylinder diameter: ± 1.625" (41 mm)
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Fluid: MIL-O-13826 shock absorber oil
Installation sequence (TM 9-1808A):
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Raise vehicle to relieve axle load.
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Remove cotter pin and nut from upper ball stud.
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Detach lower mounting bolt.
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Install new shock absorber, lower end first.
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Mount to upper ball stud, tighten nut, insert cotter pin.
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Check free suspension travel.
Maintenance:
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Inspect for leaks, loose mounts, worn bushings.
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Check action: smooth stroke without hesitation.
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Always replace in axle pairs.
This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Dodge | |
| Alle Dodge WC / M-serie | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
