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KYB 343218 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | KYB 168LLB2 |
|---|---|
| Amperage Rating | 0.42 |
| Bulb Base Type | W2,1x9,5d |
| Bulb Color | Clear |
| Bulb Finish | Clear |
| Bulb Material | Glass |
| Bulb Technology | Incandescent |
| Bulb Type | LongerLife Mini Bulb |
| DOT Approved | No |
| Diameter | 0.39 |
| Filament Quantity | 1 |
| Filament Type | C-2F |
| Length | 1.06 |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Wattage | 4.9 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —20 vehicles |
OE replacement. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leaks.
Cross-references Gabriel 69622 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 5850 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Corvette
The KYB Excel-G 343218 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvette applications. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change behavior, and handling without changing the vehicle’s designed suspension character.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OE replacement shock for performance cars
- Restores designed control and handling on Chevrolet Corvette rear suspension applications
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
- Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Dust cover included
Excel-G Product Line Details
KYB Excel-G is an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) line built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The damping calibration is set to restore factory-designed performance rather than alter ride feel, making the KYB 343218 a direct-fit service part for rear suspension restoration on the Chevrolet Corvette.
What This Shock Helps Address
- Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
- Reduced stability during braking and cornering
- Loose or delayed steering response from worn suspension control
- Uneven tire contact caused by weak damping
- Suspension noise or fluid leakage from aging shock absorbers
Installation Notes and Fitment
Fits 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvette, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Confirm mount style and dimensions before installation: compressed length 9.37 in., extended length 14.49 in., stroke length 5.12 in., lower mount type E1, upper mount type E2 (11.1 x 35).
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5850 for the same application.
Quality Assurance
KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced with OE-quality components and OE-style calibration for factory-correct suspension performance. Part number 343218 is engineered for consistent damping and dependable rear suspension service on the Chevrolet Corvette.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1977 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1976 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1975 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1974 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1973 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1972 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1971 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1970 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1969 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1968 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1967 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1966 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1965 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1964 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1963 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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