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FCS 342541 Shock Absorber - Rear

FCS, Rear
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FCS, Rear
Fitment: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Avanti, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, and American Motors, Roadmaster, Fleetwood, Caprice, Impala, Brougham, II, Parisienne, LeSabre, Delta 88, Electra, DeVille, 98, Bel Air, Bonneville, Catalina, Laurentian, Riviera, Eldorado, Centurion, Biscayne, Gremlin, Hornet, Estate Wagon, Brookwood, Kingswood, Townsman, Grand Prix, Skylark, Special, Chevelle, El Camino, Malibu, 442, Cutlass, Cutlass Supreme, F85, GTO, LeMans, Tempest, and Del Ray
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Overview of the FCS Suspension Shock Absorber 342541

The FCS Suspension Shock Absorber part number 342541 is engineered for reliable performance in a range of classic American vehicles. Designed to provide consistent damping and improved ride quality, this shock absorber is compatible with multiple Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models.

  • Compressed length: 13.43 inches
  • Extended length: 22.48 inches
  • Stroke length: 9.05 inches
  • Part type: Suspension Shock Absorber
  • Compatible with vintage and classic car models

FCS Brand Line Suspension Components

The FCS brand line focuses on suspension components that meet OEM specifications for durability and fitment. This shock absorber is part of the FCS line, which emphasizes precise engineering to maintain vehicle handling characteristics and ride comfort. The FCS line is suitable for restoration projects and maintenance of older model vehicles, ensuring compatibility and performance.

Detailed Product Description and Specifications

This FCS shock absorber (part number 342541) features a compressed length of 13.43 inches and an extended length of 22.48 inches, providing a stroke length of 9.05 inches. These dimensions are critical for proper suspension travel and damping control. The shock absorber is designed to absorb and dissipate energy from road irregularities, reducing chassis vibration and improving vehicle stability. It is compatible with a variety of classic models including the Buick LeSabre, Cadillac DeVille, Chevrolet Impala, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, and Pontiac Grand Prix, among others.

Common Applications and Problem Solving

  • Reduces excessive bouncing and body roll on Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles
  • Restores proper suspension travel and ride height
  • Improves handling and braking stability
  • Eliminates noise and harshness caused by worn shocks
  • Prevents premature tire wear due to suspension issues

Installation Notes and Tips

When installing the FCS shock absorber 342541, ensure the vehicle is securely lifted and supported. Remove the old shock absorber carefully, noting the orientation and mounting points. Verify that the compressed and extended lengths match the original equipment specifications to maintain suspension geometry. It is recommended to replace shocks in pairs to ensure balanced handling. Torque all fasteners to manufacturer specifications and inspect related suspension components for wear during installation.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

The FCS shock absorber 342541 is manufactured to meet industry standards for durability and performance. While specific warranty details are not provided, FCS products typically undergo quality control testing to ensure fitment and function. Using this shock absorber helps maintain the integrity of your vehicleโ€™s suspension system and supports safe driving conditions.

BrandFCS
Part Number342541
PositionFCS, Rear
Compressed Length13.43
Extended Length22.48
Stroke Length9.05

This part fits 370 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelBody TypeDrive TypePositionNotes
1996BuickRoadmasterSedanRearFCS
1996CadillacFleetwoodRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1996ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1996ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1995BuickRoadmasterSedanRearFCS
1995CadillacFleetwoodRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1995ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1995ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1994BuickRoadmasterSedanRearFCS
1994CadillacFleetwoodRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1994ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1994ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1993BuickRoadmasterSedanRearFCS
1993CadillacFleetwoodRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1993ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1992BuickRoadmasterSedanRearFCS
1992CadillacBroughamRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1992ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1991CadillacBroughamRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1991ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1990CadillacBroughamRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1990ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1989CadillacBroughamRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1989ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1988CadillacBroughamRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1988ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1987CadillacBroughamRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1987ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1987ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1986CadillacFleetwoodSedanRWDRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1986ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1986ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1986PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1985BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1985BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1985CadillacFleetwoodSedanRWDRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1985CadillacFleetwoodCoupeRWDRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1985ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1985ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1985ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1985OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1985PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1984BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1984BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1984CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1984CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1984CadillacFleetwoodCoupeRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1984ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1984ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1984ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1984Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1984OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1984PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1983BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1983BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1983CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1983CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1983CadillacFleetwoodCoupeRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1983ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1983ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1983Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1983OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1983PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1982BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1982BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1982CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1982CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1982CadillacFleetwoodCoupeRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1982ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1982ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1982ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1982Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1982OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1982PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1981BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1981BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1981CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1981CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1981CadillacFleetwoodCoupeRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1981ChevroletBel AirSedanRearFCS
1981ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1981ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1981ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1981ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1981Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1981OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1981PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1981PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1981PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1981PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1981PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1981PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1980BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1980BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1980CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1980CadillacFleetwoodCoupeRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1980CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1980ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1980ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1980ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1980ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1980Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1980OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1980PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1980PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1980PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1980PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1980PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1980PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1979BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1979BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1979CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1979CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1979ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1979ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1979ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1979ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1979Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1979OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1979PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1979PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1979PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1979PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1979PontiacLaurentianRearFCS
1979PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1978BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1978BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1978BuickRivieraRearFCS
1978CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1978CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1978CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1978ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1978ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1978ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1978ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1978Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1978OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1978PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1978PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1978PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1978PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1978PontiacLaurentianRearFCS
1978PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1977BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1977BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1977BuickRivieraRearFCS
1977CadillacDeVilleRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension)(Exc. Limousine); FCS
1977CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1977CadillacFleetwoodSedanRearExc. Electronic Suspension; FCS
1977ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1977ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1977ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1977ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1977Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1977OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1977PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1977PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1977PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1977PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1977PontiacLaurentianRearFCS
1977PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1976BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1976BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1976BuickRivieraRearFCS
1976CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1976ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1976ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1976ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1976ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1976Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1976OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1976PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1976PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1976PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1976PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1976PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1976PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1976PontiacParisienneCoupeRearFCS
1975BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1975BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1975BuickLeSabreConvertibleRearFCS
1975BuickRivieraRearFCS
1975CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1975ChevroletBel AirSedanRearFCS
1975ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1975ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1975ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1975ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1975Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1975OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1975PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1975PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1975PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1975PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1974BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1974BuickLeSabreHardtopRearFCS
1974BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1974BuickLeSabreConvertibleRearFCS
1974BuickRivieraRearFCS
1974CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1974ChevroletBel AirSedanRearFCS
1974ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1974ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1974ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1974ChevroletImpalaConvertibleRearFCS
1974ChevroletImpalaHardtopRearFCS
1974ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1974Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1974OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1974PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1974PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1974PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1974PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1974PontiacLaurentianCoupeRearFCS
1974PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1973BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1973BuickLeSabreHardtopRearFCS
1973BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1973BuickLeSabreConvertibleRearFCS
1973BuickRivieraRearFCS
1973CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1973ChevroletBel AirSedanRearFCS
1973ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1973ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1973ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1973ChevroletImpalaConvertibleRearFCS
1973ChevroletImpalaHardtopRearFCS
1973ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1973Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1973OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1973PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1973PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1973PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1973PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1973PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1973PontiacLaurentianCoupeRearFCS
1973PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1972BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1972BuickLeSabreHardtopRearFCS
1972BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1972BuickLeSabreConvertibleRearFCS
1972BuickRivieraRearFCS
1972CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1972ChevroletBel AirSedanRearFCS
1972ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1972ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1972ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1972ChevroletImpalaConvertibleRearFCS
1972ChevroletImpalaHardtopRearFCS
1972ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1972Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1972OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1972PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1972PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1972PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1972PontiacCatalinaConvertibleRearFCS
1972PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1972PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1972PontiacLaurentianCoupeRearFCS
1972PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1971BuickLeSabreSedanRearFCS
1971BuickLeSabreHardtopRearFCS
1971BuickLeSabreCoupeRearFCS
1971BuickLeSabreConvertibleRearFCS
1971BuickRivieraRearFCS
1971CadillacEldoradoRearFCS
1971ChevroletBel AirSedanRearFCS
1971ChevroletCapriceSedanRearFCS
1971ChevroletCapriceCoupeRearFCS
1971ChevroletImpalaSedanRearFCS
1971ChevroletImpalaConvertibleRearFCS
1971ChevroletImpalaHardtopRearFCS
1971ChevroletImpalaCoupeRearFCS
1971Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1971OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1971PontiacBonnevilleSedanRearFCS
1971PontiacBonnevilleCoupeRearFCS
1971PontiacCatalinaSedanRearFCS
1971PontiacCatalinaConvertibleRearFCS
1971PontiacCatalinaCoupeRearFCS
1971PontiacLaurentianSedanRearFCS
1971PontiacLaurentianCoupeRearFCS
1971PontiacParisienneSedanRearFCS
1970ChevroletBel AirRearFCS
1970ChevroletCapriceRearFCS
1970ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1970Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1970OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1970PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1970PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1969ChevroletBel AirRearFCS
1969ChevroletCapriceRearFCS
1969ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1969Oldsmobile98RearFCS
1969OldsmobileDelta 88RearFCS
1969PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1969PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1968ChevroletBel AirRearFCS
1968ChevroletCapriceRearFCS
1968ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1968PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1968PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1968PontiacGrand PrixRearFCS
1967BuickSkylarkRearFCS
1967ChevroletBel AirRearFCS
1967ChevroletCapriceRearFCS
1967ChevroletEl CaminoRearFCS
1967ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1967ChevroletMalibuRearFCS
1967OldsmobileCutlassRearFCS
1967OldsmobileCutlass SupremeRearFCS
1967PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1967PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1967PontiacGrand PrixRearFCS
1967PontiacGTORearFCS
1967PontiacLeMansRearFCS
1967PontiacTempestRearFCS
1966BuickSkylarkRearFCS
1966ChevroletBel AirRearFCS
1966ChevroletCapriceRearFCS
1966ChevroletEl CaminoRearFCS
1966ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1966ChevroletMalibuRearFCS
1966OldsmobileCutlassRearFCS
1966PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1966PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1966PontiacGrand PrixRearFCS
1966PontiacGTORearFCS
1966PontiacLeMansRearFCS
1966PontiacTempestRearFCS
1965BuickSkylarkRearFCS
1965ChevroletBel AirRearFCS
1965ChevroletEl CaminoRearFCS
1965ChevroletImpalaRearFCS
1965ChevroletMalibuRearFCS
1965OldsmobileCutlassRearFCS
1965PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1965PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1965PontiacGrand PrixRearFCS
1965PontiacGTORearFCS
1965PontiacLeMansRearFCS
1965PontiacTempestRearFCS
1964BuickSkylarkRearFCS
1964ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1964ChevroletEl CaminoRearFCS
1964ChevroletImpalaRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1964ChevroletMalibuRearFCS
1964OldsmobileCutlassRearFCS
1964PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1964PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1964PontiacGrand PrixRearFCS
1964PontiacGTORearFCS
1964PontiacLeMansRearFCS
1964PontiacTempestRearFCS
1963ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1963ChevroletImpalaRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1963PontiacBonnevilleRearFCS
1963PontiacCatalinaRearFCS
1963PontiacGrand PrixRearFCS
1962ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1962ChevroletImpalaRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1961ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1961ChevroletImpalaRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1960ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1960ChevroletEl CaminoRearFCS
1960ChevroletImpalaRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1959ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1959ChevroletEl CaminoRearFCS
1959ChevroletImpalaRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
1958ChevroletBel AirRearExc. Air Suspension; FCS

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

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