Dorman 34-1343 rear leaf spring for the 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 carries the truck's weight and payload as part of the rear suspension. This Dorman leaf spring, also called a leaf spring assembly, replaces springs damaged by overloading, collision, cracking or corrosion.
- Steel construction with four leaves
- Berlin eye on one end and down-turned eye on the other
- Bushings included
- Standard replacement grade with no helper spring
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 34-1343 leaf spring
- Also called: leaf spring assembly
- Fits: 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500
- Position: Rear
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A sagging rear end, cracked or broken leaves, or rust and corrosion can mean the spring is worn, though worn shock absorbers or rear shackles can be behind a sag or clunk as well. Plan to replace the rear springs in a pair; this listing is a single spring.
Fits
It is a direct replacement for the 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, which takes two rear leaf springs.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Rear
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
- Length axis 1: 27.875 in
- Length axis 2: 27.875 in
- Length B: 32.125 in
- Arch length: 5.688 in
- Leaf width: 3 in
- Pack thickness: 2.066 in
- Leaf quantity: 4
- Load rate: 2860 lb
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Grade: Standard replacement
- End 1: Berlin eye
- End 2: Down-turned eye
- Bushings: Included, black
- Helper spring: No
- Axle modification needed: No
- Condition: New
In the box
One leaf spring with its bushings. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new bolts.
Interchange: 34-1317 · 34-1319 · 34-1401 · 34-1409 · 34-1411 · 34-1343DAY · 34-1343HUS · 034-1343-00R
52039228 · 52106294AC · 52106294AD · 52106294AE
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
34-1343, 52039228, 52106294AC, 52106294AD, 52106294AE, 34-1317, 34-1319, 34-1401, 34-1409, 34-1411, 34-1343DAY, 34-1343HUS, 034-1343-00R
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this one of the leaf springs for the 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500?
Yes. Dorman 34-1343 is a rear leaf spring for the 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, and that truck takes two. This listing is one spring.
Does Dorman 34-1343 come with bushings and mounting hardware?
Dorman 34-1343 includes the bushings but not mounting hardware, so plan on new bolts. The listing is one leaf spring.
Does this rear leaf spring need axle modification or a helper spring?
No. Axle modification is not needed and the spring has no helper spring. It is a standard replacement grade with four leaves and a 2860 lb load rate.
How can I tell if a rear leaf spring is worn out?
Look for cracked or broken leaves, heavy rust or corrosion, and a rear end that sits low. All of these can be seen with the vehicle parked and the engine off.
Is 52106294AC an interchange number for Dorman 34-1343?
Yes. 52106294AC is one of the numbers Dorman 34-1343 replaces, and it is printed on the Interchange line with the other cross-references.
