KYB 343128 Shock Absorber - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Shock Absorber

KYB Excel-G part number 343128 is a front suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components for classic domestic applications.

Compatible with select Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, Lincoln Town Car, Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, and other front suspension applications listed below, KYB 343128 is a direct-fit OE-style replacement for drivers who want factory-correct handling characteristics.

Key Features

• KYB Excel-G OE replacement shock absorber for classic domestic vehicles
• Restores designed control, lane-change response, and handling balance
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and body motion
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps maintain alignment under load
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for consistent damping performance
• Part number 343128 for front suspension applications

Product Details

The KYB Excel-G line is focused on returning the suspension to original operating characteristics rather than changing ride feel. For Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis front suspension service, as well as older Chevrolet, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Buick, and Lincoln applications, this shock absorber is calibrated to support factory-style ride control and predictable handling. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 5765) and Gabriel (e.g., 69675) for the same application.

Part number 343128 uses a compressed length of 9.45 inches, extended length of 15.16 inches, and stroke length of 5.71 inches. Upper mount type is S1 and lower mount type is E3(51.6X82X0). Dust cover, internal rebound spring, B-stop, and R-stop are not included or specified in the product data.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Reduced stability during lane changes
• Uneven tire contact from worn damping control
• Suspension noise or fluid leakage from aging shock components

Installation Notes

Fits 1992-1994 Ford Crown Victoria, front; 1983-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis, front; 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, front; 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, front; 1965-1974 Mercury Colony Park, front; 1982-1989 Lincoln Town Car, front; 1983-1986 Ford LTD, front; 1965-1986 Ford LTD, front; 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, front; 1975-1982 Mercury Grand Marquis, front; 1967-1982 Mercury Marquis, front; 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro, front; 1981 Lincoln Town Car, front; 1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird, front; 1970-1980 Lincoln Continental, front; 1967-1979 Ford Thunderbird, front; 1974-1979 Mercury Cougar, front; 1972-1976 Mercury Montego, front; 1965-1970 Chevrolet Bel Air, front; 1966-1970 Chevrolet Caprice, front; 1965-1970 Chevrolet Impala, front; 1965-1970 Oldsmobile 98, front; 1965-1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88, front; 1961-1970 Pontiac Bonneville, front; 1958-1970 Pontiac Catalina, front; 1962-1968 Pontiac Grand Prix, front; 1964-1967 Buick Skylark, front; 1964-1967 Chevrolet El Camino, front; 1959-1960 Chevrolet El Camino, front; 1964-1967 Chevrolet Malibu, front; 1964-1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass, front; 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, front; 1964-1967 Pontiac GTO, front; 1964-1967 Pontiac LeMans, front; 1964-1967 Pontiac Tempest, front; 1958-1960 Pontiac Bonneville, front.

Some listed applications note that the suspension strut and coil spring assembly should be replaced according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style, dimensions, and vehicle notes before installation, especially on classic platforms with suspension variations.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is calibrated to restore original performance characteristics for the vehicle application.