KYB 344373 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

The KYB Excel-G 344373 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control on select Dodge Ram heavy-duty trucks. It is engineered for drivers who want factory-style handling, stable braking, and predictable lane-change response without changing the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.

Compatible with 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 rear and 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 rear applications, this KYB Excel-G shock is a direct OE-style replacement for trucks that need controlled damping and consistent suspension response.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock for domestic trucks
• Restores designed control and handling on Dodge Ram applications
• 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
• R-stop included

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G shocks and struts are built on the same OE assembly lines KYB uses for original equipment production. The line is calibrated to restore factory-designed performance rather than alter ride characteristics, making the KYB Excel-G 344373 a practical choice for maintaining the suspension behavior expected from the original setup.

Detailed Description

The KYB 344373 uses a twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged design with OE-quality components and vehicle-specific damping calibration. With compressed length of 15.67 inches, extended length of 26.1 inches, and stroke length of 10.43 inches, it is sized for rear suspension service on the listed Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 models. Upper and lower mount type E2(14.6X42) supports proper installation geometry for the specified applications.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 34781 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps or dips
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension feel
• Uneven tire contact caused by weak damping
• Loss of factory-style ride control on high-load Dodge Ram trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, rear, recommended OEM replacement; w/ 8800 GVW; Excel-G. Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, rear, replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions; Excel-G. Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length against the original shock before installation. Follow factory service procedures and inspect related suspension components for wear before replacing the shock absorber.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced using OE-quality components and OE-style assembly practices. The design focus is restoring original suspension performance for the specified Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 rear applications.