KYB 343410 Shock Absorber - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Shock Absorber for Tacoma

KYB Excel-G 343410 is a front suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change handling, and steering feel. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select 1999-2004 Toyota Tacoma models and is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed damping characteristics.

Key Features

• Fits 1999-2004 Toyota Tacoma, front
• OE-style replacement choice for import truck applications
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber design
• Uses a triple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Built with KYB OE-quality components on the same assembly lines used for original equipment production
• Dust cover included
• Part number: 343410

Product Details

The KYB Excel-G line is focused on restoring factory ride characteristics rather than changing suspension behavior. For Tacoma owners looking for a front shock absorber that returns predictable control and consistent handling, 343410 is engineered to match the vehicle’s original damping requirements. KYB’s OE background and Excel-G calibration make this a practical choice for maintaining suspension performance on daily-driven trucks.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37111 for the same application.

Part number 343410 is also listed as a replacement for Toyota 48510A9140 and Gabriel G63937 in related applications.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced steering response during lane changes
• Unstable braking feel caused by worn damping
• Uneven tire contact from weak shock control
• Suspension noise or fluid leakage from aging front shocks

Installation Notes

Fits 1999-2004 Toyota Tacoma, front. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mounting style and dimensions before installation: compressed length 9.05, extended length 14.3, stroke length 5.25, lower mount type E3(61.6X82X10), upper mount type S1.

Quality Assurance

KYB manufactures Excel-G on OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration. The design includes a triple-lip fluid seal and a rigid strut body and bracket construction to help maintain alignment and consistent suspension control in service.