KYB 341012 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Suspension Strut

The KYB Excel-G 341012 is a rear suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is an OE-style replacement for select Nissan applications, including Nissan Maxima, Nissan 280ZX, and Nissan 810 rear fitments.

KYB’s Excel-G line is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed damping characteristics rather than change the ride feel. This part number 341012 uses a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design and OE-quality components assembled on KYB production lines for consistent suspension performance.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement for Asian performance vehicle applications
• Restores designed control, handling, and lane-change response
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and body motion
• Supports proper operation of electronic safety systems by maintaining suspension behavior as engineered
• Heavy-duty strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• B-stop and R-stop included in the design

Product Details

The KYB Excel-G 341012 is part of KYB’s Excel-G product line, which focuses on restoring factory ride characteristics for daily driving and performance-oriented street use. For Nissan Maxima, Nissan 280ZX, and Nissan 810 rear suspension service, this strut is built to match the original damping intent and maintain predictable body control under braking, cornering, and lane changes. Part number 341012 is a direct-fit suspension strut for the listed rear applications and is cross-referenced to Monroe Shocks & Struts 71209 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing after bumps
• Reduced rear-end stability during braking or cornering
• Loose or delayed steering response from worn suspension damping
• Uneven tire contact caused by weak strut control
• Noise or leakage associated with worn strut seals

Installation Notes

Fits 1981-1984 Nissan Maxima, rear; replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Fits 1981 Nissan 280ZX, rear; recommended OEM replacement, TO 8/81. Fits 1977-1981 Nissan 810, rear; replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Fits 1979-1980 Nissan 280ZX, rear; replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Compressed length is 14.21 in., extended length is 21.3 in., and stroke length is 7.09 in. Lower mount type is E2(20X40) and upper mount type is S1. Verify suspension configuration and mounting points before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is built on the same assembly lines used for OE-quality production. The design and calibration are intended to restore original vehicle performance characteristics for the listed Nissan rear applications.