KYB 344370 Shock Absorber - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Shock Absorber

KYB Excel-G part number 344370 is a front suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, and handling. It is a recommended OE replacement for Ford trucks and vans that need factory-style damping without changing the vehicle’s designed behavior.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OEA-style replacement series, assembled on KYB OE production lines with OE-quality components and calibrated damping. For Ford E-150, E-250, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, and Excursion front suspension service, 344370 is a direct-fit choice for restoring steering response and body control.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• 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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• R-stop and lower E1 / upper S1 mount configuration

Product Details

KYB Excel-G 344370 is engineered to restore the original suspension feel on Ford applications rather than alter ride characteristics. With a compressed length of 9.84 inches, extended length of 15.16 inches, and 5.32 inches of stroke, this front shock absorber is built for the specified suspension travel. The design supports consistent damping performance for full-size Ford truck and van platforms, including 1999-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty front shock replacement, 1999-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty front shock replacement, and 2000-2005 Ford Excursion front suspension service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 34684 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Nose dive during braking
• Body roll during lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping

Installation Notes

Fits 2007 Ford E-150, front; 2007 Ford E-250, front; 1999-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front; 1999-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front; 2003-2006 Ford E-250, front; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front; and 1992-2002 Ford E-250 Econoline, front. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions where noted. Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length before installation. For 2003-2006 Ford E-250 and 1992-2002 Ford E-250 Econoline applications, the listing notes recommended OEM replacement excluding 8600 GVW.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 344370 is built to OE-style performance standards for the listed Ford applications.