What does a steering damper do?

A steering damper acts like a shock absorber for your steering system. It helps to smooth out vibrations and impacts that can be felt in the steering wheel, especially when running larger tires or on rough roads.

Will this kit help with steering wheel shimmy?

Yes, this Skyjacker steering damper kit is designed to dampen out the shimmy that can occur with larger tires and wheels, helping to provide a more stable steering feel.

What is covered by the limited lifetime warranty?

The steering damper kit comes with a limited lifetime warranty from Skyjacker. Specific details regarding what is covered under the warranty can be found by contacting the manufacturer directly.

Specifications

Brand: Skyjacker
Part #: 9270
UPC: 803696213224

Skyjacker 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 4 Wheel Drive Steering Damper Kit

Name: Skyjacker 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 4 Wheel Drive Steering Damper Kit
Brand: Skyjacker
SKU: skyjacker-skyjacker-1998-2002-dodge-ram-2500-4-wheel-drive-steering-damper-kit-t14-122492
Price: 181.59 USD
Availability: InStock

$181.59

Only 3 left in stock

Fits 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD. This Skyjacker steering damper kit helps control larger tires and reduces driver fatigue.

Key Features

Fits 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD and 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 4WD.
Dampens shimmy caused by larger tires and wheels.
Reduces harshness from highway driving.
Helps lessen the physical strength needed to steer.
Designed to reduce driver fatigue.
Includes a limited lifetime warranty from the manufacturer.

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Product Details

When you're running larger tires on your 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD, you might notice more shimmy on the highway or feel the extra effort it takes to keep the truck pointed straight. This steering damper kit from Skyjacker is designed to help manage those forces. It acts like a shock absorber for your steering system, working to smooth out the bumps and vibrations that can be transmitted back to the steering wheel.

This kit replaces the stock steering stabilizer with a Skyjacker unit that's built to handle the demands of larger tires. By dampening out harsh highway impacts and the shimmy that can come with them, it puts more control back in your hands. This can also make a noticeable difference in reducing driver fatigue on longer trips, as it lessens the physical strength needed to guide the vehicle.

Adding a steering damper is a straightforward way to improve the feel and handling of your truck, especially when you've upgraded your wheels and tires. It's an investment that can make a real difference in your driving experience.