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Rough CountryPart 23238_C · UPC 00843030189570

N3 Front Shock Pair for Ford F-150 RWD (1997-2003)

$119.95MAP price
In stock: 150 available
Shipping weight: 13.2 lb.
  • Fits 1997-2003 Ford F-150 RWD — for trucks with 3-4.5 in of suspension lift only
  • Ships as one N3 shock pair for the front axle
  • 10-stage variable valving, 54mm body, 35mm piston, 18mm chromed rod, 36kN tensile strength
  • Nitrogen charged with military-spec fluid rated to -40 degrees Celsius
  • Listed install time: 1-2 hours; shipping weight: 13.2 lb
  • Covered by a 3 Year Limited Warranty

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✓ Fits

1997–2003 Ford F-150 · RWD
BaseHarley-Davidson EditionKing RanchLariatLightningXLXLT

ONLY fits models equipped with 3-4.5" of suspension lift. Sold as a pair. Fitment on this page is based on the manufacturer’s application data.

About this kit

N3 Front Shock Pair, fitment-checked

Rough Country 23238_C is a pair of N3 front shocks for the 1997-2003 Ford F-150 RWD. They are valved for trucks already running 3-4.5 in of suspension lift, so confirm your current lift height before ordering. Covered by a 3 Year Limited Warranty.

This N3 front shock pair for the 1997-2003 Ford F-150 RWD suits lifted trucks only — the damping is matched to 3-4.5 in of suspension lift, and it covers Base, XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Harley-Davidson Edition, and Lightning applications shown in the fitment list. Each shock uses 10-stage variable valving in a 54mm body with a 35mm piston and a chromed 18mm rod, nitrogen charge to limit fade, and fluid rated to -40 degrees Celsius. Rubber bushings are supplied on the shock. Rough Country lists installation at 1-2 hours.

What’s in the box

Kit contents

  • 1× N3 Shock Pair 23238

Rough Country shares subassemblies across kits, so individual package labels can carry broader application ranges. The complete 23238_C kit fits the vehicles shown in the fitment section above.

Specifications

Specs

BrandRough Country
Part number23238_C
UPC / GTIN00843030189570
Shock packageN3 series
Shipping weight13.2 lb
Warranty3 Year Limited Warranty
Country of originMX
CategorySuspension & Lift Kits › Shocks & Struts

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