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KYB 344054 Shock Absorber - Front
| Brand | KYB 17764 |
|---|---|
| Design | Permanent Magnet Gear Reduction |
| Mounting Bolts Included | No |
| Mounting Shims Included | No |
| Nose Cone Type | Closed |
| Number Of Pinion Teeth | 8 |
| OE Manufacturer | Mando |
| Overcrank Protection | No |
| Power Rating | 1.2 |
| Rotation Direction | Clockwise |
| Solenoid Attached | Yes |
| Starter Drive Included | Yes |
| Voltage (V) | 12 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —9 vehicles |
OEA replacement. Restores original ride control and handling.
Nitrogen gas-charged. Twin-tube design for consistent damping performance.
Triple lip fluid seal. Helps reduce oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Gabriel G63404 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 37031 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Front Shock Absorber
The KYB Excel-G 344054 is a front suspension shock absorber engineered to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. Built on KYB OE assembly lines, it is a direct-fit replacement for select Toyota truck applications, including 1979-1985 Toyota Pickup and 1984-1985 Toyota 4Runner front suspension service.
Key Features
- OE-style replacement for import truck front suspension applications
- Restores designed control, handling, and body motion management
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for consistent tire contact and steering response
- Dust cover included
- Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
Product Details
KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OEA line, meaning Original Equipment for the Aftermarket. Part number 344054 uses OE-quality components and calibration focused on restoring factory performance rather than changing ride characteristics. For Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner front suspension service, this shock absorber supports the vehicle’s original ride control, lane-change response, and braking stability while working with the suspension geometry the manufacturer specified.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37031 and Gabriel G63404 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
- Loose steering feel or delayed response
- Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
- Suspension noise or fluid leakage from a worn shock absorber
Installation Notes
Fits 1984-1985 Toyota 4Runner, front. Fits 1979-1985 Toyota Pickup, front. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style and dimensions before installation: compressed length 10.24 in, extended length 16.73 in, stroke length 6.5 in, lower mount type E2(12X32), upper mount type S1.
Quality Assurance
KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is assembled on the same OE production lines using OE-quality components. The design focuses on restoring factory-calibrated suspension performance for Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner front applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Toyota | 4Runner | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1985 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1984 | Toyota | 4Runner | — | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1984 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1983 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1982 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1981 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1980 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 1979 | Toyota | Pickup | 4WD | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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