{"product_id":"kyb-341142-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 341142 Suspension Strut - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Mitsubishi Galant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G 341142 is a rear suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response on select Mitsubishi Galant models. It is an OE-style replacement for 1994-1998 Mitsubishi Galant rear applications, including vehicles with the recommended OEM replacement setup and excluding adjustable suspensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB Excel-G OEA replacement for Asian vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores designed handling and body control on the Mitsubishi Galant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged twin-tube construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear application with compressed length of 14.44 in., extended length of 21.57 in., and stroke length of 7.13 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower mount type E2(20X43) and upper mount type S1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G shocks and struts are made on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and calibration focused on restoring original suspension performance rather than changing it. For the Mitsubishi Galant, part number 341142 is engineered to help return the rear suspension to factory-like control, which supports braking stability, lane-change response, and consistent handling. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 71277 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Strut Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear bounce or oscillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stability during braking and cornering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or delayed handling response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by worn damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise and vibration from aging suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1994-1998 Mitsubishi Galant, rear. KYB recommends replacing the strut mount, part number SM5091, to reduce noise and vibration. A KYB strut boot, part number SB108, helps protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and road salt. This application is not for adjustable suspensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB is a major OE supplier to vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is built to OE standards on the same production lines used for original equipment components. The 341142 is calibrated to restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior for the rear of the Mitsubishi Galant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625439293621,"sku":"BFJG-341142","price":54.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_341142_Fro.jpg?v=1775072296","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-341142-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}