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KYB 344046 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | KYB 1411347 |
|---|---|
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —7 vehicles |
OE replacement choice. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Nitrogen gas-charged. Twin-tube design helps deliver consistent damping performance.
Triple lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Gabriel G63491 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 31162 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Nissan 720
The KYB Excel-G 344046 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 1980-1986 Nissan 720 trucks. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability without changing the vehicle’s intended suspension behavior.
Made on KYB OE assembly lines, the Excel-G line uses OE-quality components and a nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design. For Nissan 720 rear suspension service, part number 344046 is a direct replacement choice focused on factory-style damping and consistent control.
Key Features
- Fits 1980-1986 Nissan 720, rear
- KYB Excel-G part number 344046
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber design
- Vehicle-specific damping valves help manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Dust cover included
- Lower mount type: S1; upper mount type: E1
Product Details
The Excel-G product line is KYB’s OE-style replacement range for drivers who want the suspension to perform as the manufacturer originally calibrated it. This rear shock absorber is engineered for the Nissan 720 and uses hand-assembled damping valves to help preserve ride control, lane-change response, and braking stability. KYB also supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is built to that same OE-focused standard.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 31162 for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Excessive bouncing after bumps or dips
- Rear-end instability during braking or cornering
- Loose or delayed steering response
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
- Oil seepage or reduced shock performance from an aging unit
Installation Notes
Fits 1980-1986 Nissan 720, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style, compressed length, extended length, and stroke before installation to confirm proper suspension travel and alignment.
Quality Assurance
KYB manufactures the Excel-G line on OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration. The design is intended to restore original ride control and handling characteristics for the Nissan 720 rear suspension.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Nissan | 720 | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1985 | Nissan | 720 | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1984 | Nissan | 720 | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1983 | Nissan | 720 | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1982 | Nissan | 720 | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1981 | Nissan | 720 | — | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1980 | Nissan | 720 | — | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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