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Hi, I'd like to replace the front shock absorber that mounts to the steering linkage. Is this shock the same as the front shocks?

It's a different type, although the shape is similar. The steering damper is in a horizontal position and has the same damping force in both directions. I will need to check mine to look for a reference. I think it's a Monroe.

Maybe other members have already sorted this out.

these are the part numbers ordering through Monroe in Australia, or ARB for the OME option :

Monroe part # SC-2916

Old Man Emu part # SD22

cheers,
D

thank you much! i'll be getting that shock absorber very soon.

One possibility.:

Auto Parts Warehouse
Part #: KYSS10323

KYB STEERING STABILIZER

This high quality steering stabilizer decreases wheel shimmy to reduce steering vibration and tire wear, thereby restoring and maintaining excellent steering control on the road as well as in rugged terrain. Require Steering Stabilizer
KYB
Qty: 1.00
Price: $ 30.03
Made in Mexico

I always though a steering stabilizer shock was the same as a normal shockie. BUT NO IT ISNT, steering stabilizer shocks have to have no flat spots so when you change direction the shock always has the correct dampening etc. I read a good read up once which made sense.

EDIT, what Esteban said

Hi

BTW I called ARB here in the US and they said they had a single OMESD22 left in stock - it was at a warehouse in FL. It's now mounted on my PFP, the one I removed looked to be the original Nissan Tokico part.
I don't know when / if they will re-stock their US supply.