KYB Shocks and Struts Strut-Plus Strut
2009–2010 Dodge Ram 1500
SR4548
Overview:
The KYB Strut-Plus Strut (Part #SR4548) is a premium front strut assembly designed specifically for the 2009–2010 Dodge Ram 1500. Engineered to restore your truck’s original ride height, handling, and control, this complete coilover solution offers a direct replacement that meets or exceeds factory specifications. Ideal for owners looking to maintain or improve their vehicle’s suspension performance, the Strut-Plus assembly combines precision engineering with durable materials to deliver consistent, reliable performance on and off the road.
Unlike generic strut replacements, KYB’s Strut-Plus is tailored to fit the exact requirements of your Dodge Ram 1500, ensuring optimal damping characteristics and ride quality. Whether you are restoring an aging suspension or upgrading worn components, this strut assembly provides a straightforward, high-quality solution that helps your truck perform as it was originally designed.
Key Features:
The KYB Strut-Plus Strut offers a range of advanced features that contribute to superior suspension performance and durability:
- Corner-Specific Design: Each strut is engineered with a unique part number for the front position, ensuring precise fitment and handling characteristics tailored to your vehicle.
- Hand-Assembled Damping Valves: In-house assembled valves replicate the original damping rates to restore factory ride comfort and control.
- High-Carbon Steel Coil Springs: Heat-treated and stress-relieved springs provide long-lasting strength and consistent ride height.
- Robust Strut Body and Brackets: Thick, durable construction minimizes flex and metal fatigue, maintaining proper wheel alignment.
- OE-Specific Spring Design: Coil springs feature the same wind direction and spring seat pitch as original equipment to reduce wear on suspension components.
- Pre-Assembled Unit: Comes complete with spring, top mount, and insulators for quick and easy installation.
- Restores Ride Height: Maintains correct vehicle stance critical for safety systems and headlight alignment.
- Improved Vehicle Control: Enhances steering response and stability, contributing to safer handling and shorter stopping distances.
Construction & Design:
The KYB Strut-Plus Strut is built with durability and precision in mind. The coil springs are crafted from high-carbon steel that undergoes heat treatment and stress relief to withstand the demands of daily driving and rough terrain. The strut body and mounting brackets are constructed with thick steel to resist bending and fatigue, ensuring consistent alignment and suspension geometry over time.
Each damping valve is hand-assembled in KYB’s manufacturing facilities to match the original equipment’s performance characteristics, providing a smooth and controlled ride. The coil spring design replicates the factory specifications, including wind direction and spring seat pitch, to minimize stress on adjacent suspension parts and extend overall component life.
Installation & Fitment:
The SR4548 Strut-Plus assembly is designed for a direct bolt-on replacement for the front suspension of 2009–2010 Dodge Ram 1500 models. It arrives fully assembled with the spring, top mount, and insulators, eliminating the need for additional parts or modifications. This simplifies installation, reduces labor time, and ensures that the strut performs exactly as intended by the manufacturer.
Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper torque specifications and alignment after replacement, helping to maintain optimal handling and tire wear.
What's Included:
- Complete front strut assembly (Strut body with damping valve)
- High-carbon steel coil spring
- Top mount and insulators
- Pre-assembled unit ready for installation
Ideal For:
The KYB Strut-Plus Strut is ideal for Dodge Ram 1500 owners from model years 2009 to 2010 who want to restore their truck’s original ride quality and handling. It suits drivers who require a reliable, durable suspension upgrade that maintains factory ride height and supports vehicle safety systems. Whether replacing worn or damaged struts or upgrading to improve driving confidence, this assembly delivers dependable performance for daily driving, towing, and light off-road use.
