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KYB 344051 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | KYB 344051 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Length | 15.28 |
| Dust Cover Included | Y |
| Extended Length | 26.3 |
| Lower Mount Type | E2(10X38) |
| Stroke Length | 11.02 |
| Upper Mount Type | E1 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | Ford · 7 vehicles |
OEA 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 G63424 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 37014 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Ford Ranger
The KYB Excel-G 344051 is a rear suspension shock absorber for select Ford Ranger applications. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response using OE-style calibration and vehicle-specific damping.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OE replacement shock
- Restores designed control and handling for the Ford Ranger
- 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
Product Details
KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style replacement line, built on the same OE assembly lines and using OE-quality components to return the suspension to its original operating characteristics. Part number 344051 is engineered for rear placement on 1983-1988 Ford Ranger and 1989 Ford Ranger models, with the 1989 application excluding the High Ryder option and applying to vehicles built through 1/1989. This shock absorber is designed to support consistent ride control, braking stability, lane-change response, and handling balance on the Ford Ranger.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 37014) for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
- Loose or unstable handling over uneven roads
- Reduced tire contact during braking and cornering
- Delayed steering response caused by worn rear shocks
- Oil or gas leakage from an aging shock absorber
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify rear fitment by year, model, and notes before ordering. Compatible applications include 1983-1988 Ford Ranger, rear, and 1989 Ford Ranger, rear, excluding High Ryder and limited to vehicles built through 1/1989. Inspect mounting points, bushings, and surrounding suspension components before installation. After replacement, confirm ride height, alignment condition, and road-test for proper damping response.
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 to restore original performance characteristics. Part number 344051 is built to support consistent suspension control in the intended Ford Ranger rear applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); TO 1/1989; Excel-G |
| 1988 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); Excel-G |
| 1987 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); Excel-G |
| 1986 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); Excel-G |
| 1985 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); Excel-G |
| 1984 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); Excel-G |
| 1983 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; (Except High Ryder Option); Excel-G |
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