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KYB 344381 Shock Absorber - Front
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Excel-G, Front
Fitment: Chevrolet and GMC, Silverado 1500 Classic, Sierra 1500 Classic, Avalanche 1500, Silverado 1500, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL 1500
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Overview of KYB Excel-G Suspension Shock Absorber 344381
The KYB Excel-G Suspension Shock Absorber 344381 is engineered to restore the original ride quality and handling of your Chevrolet or GMC truck or SUV. Designed specifically for models like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Yukon XL 1500, this shock absorber offers reliable performance and durability.
- Compressed length: 10.24 inches
- Extended length: 15.16 inches
- Stroke length: 4.92 inches
- Lower mount type: Special
- Upper mount type: S1
- Includes dust cover for protection
- Right stop (R-stop) included, no internal rebound spring
Detailed Product Description
The KYB Excel-G 344381 shock absorber is designed with precise dimensions to fit select Chevrolet and GMC vehicles, including the Avalanche 1500, Sierra 1500 Classic, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, and Yukon models. Its compressed length of 10.24 inches and extended length of 15.16 inches provide a stroke length of 4.92 inches, ensuring smooth suspension travel and effective damping. The special lower mount and S1 upper mount types are engineered for secure installation and compatibility with the vehicle’s suspension system. A dust cover is included to protect the shock from dirt and debris, extending its service life. The shock absorber features a right stop (R-stop) to control extension but does not include an internal rebound spring or bump stop (B-stop).
About the KYB Excel-G Product Line
The Excel-G line from KYB is designed to restore original equipment ride quality and handling characteristics. This product line focuses on matching the original suspension performance of the vehicle, making it suitable for drivers looking to maintain factory-level comfort and control. The Excel-G shock absorbers, including part number 344381, are engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications for Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Restores factory ride quality on Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 Classic
- Reduces excessive bouncing and body roll in Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL 1500
- Improves handling and stability for Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 and Suburban 1500
- Eliminates noise and vibration caused by worn or damaged shocks
- Prevents premature tire wear due to suspension issues
Installation Notes and Tips
- Verify compatibility with your specific Chevrolet or GMC model before installation
- Inspect mounting points for wear or damage prior to installing part number 344381
- Use proper tools to avoid damage to the special lower mount and S1 upper mount
- Ensure dust cover is properly seated to protect the shock absorber shaft
- Follow vehicle manufacturer torque specifications for mounting hardware
Quality Assurance and Warranty
KYB Excel-G shock absorbers are manufactured to meet strict quality standards and OEM specifications. Part number 344381 undergoes rigorous testing to ensure durability and consistent performance. KYB typically offers a limited warranty on their shock absorbers; please refer to KYB’s official warranty documentation for specific terms and conditions.
| Brand | KYB |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 344381 |
| Position | Excel-G, Front |
| Compressed Length | 10.24 |
| Dust Cover Included | Y |
| Extended Length | 15.16 |
| Lower Mount Type | SPECIAL |
| R-stop | Y |
| Stroke Length | 4.92 |
| Upper Mount Type | S1 |
This part fits 93 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 Classic | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; w/ Torsion Bar Front Suspension (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); Excel-G | |||
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 Classic | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 1500 Classic | Denali | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); Excel-G | |||
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 1500 Classic | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; w/ Torsion Bar Front Susp. (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); Excel-G | |||
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 1500 Classic | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | RWD | Front | Optional replacement twin-tube shock absorber not suitable for electronic or premium smooth ride suspension.; Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Premium Smooth Ride Suspension); Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; w/ Torsion Bar Front Suspension (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); Excel-G | |||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. HD, Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | Denali | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | |||
| 2006 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | RWD | Front | Optional replacement twin-tube shock absorber not suitable for electronic or premium smooth ride suspension.; Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Premium Smooth Ride Suspension); Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; w/ Torsion Bar Front Suspension (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); Excel-G | |||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. HD, Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | Denali | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | |||
| 2005 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | RWD | Front | Optional replacement twin-tube shock absorber not suitable for electronic or premium smooth ride suspension.; Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Premium Smooth Ride Suspension); Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; w/ Torsion Bar Front Suspension (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); Excel-G | |||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. HD, Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | Denali | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | |||
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | Crew Cab Pickup | RWD | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; w/ Torsion Bar Front Suspension (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); Excel-G | |||
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | RWD | Front | Optional replacement twin-tube shock absorber not suitable for electronic or premium smooth ride suspension.; Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Premium Smooth Ride Suspension); Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. HD, Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | Denali | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | |||
| 2003 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | RWD | Front | Optional replacement twin-tube shock absorber not suitable for electronic or premium smooth ride suspension.; Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Premium Smooth Ride Suspension); Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. HD, Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | Denali | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | |||
| 2002 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. HD, Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Suspension or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension ); Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | C3 | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | |||
| 2001 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon | AWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||||
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Except Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Suburban 1500 | Front | Twin Tube Replacement option without Electronic or Premium Smooth Ride Suspension.; Excel-G | |||||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | 5.3L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | RWD | 4.8L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | 5.3L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 4WD | 4.8L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension & Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | 5.3L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | 4WD | 4.8L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | 5.3L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | RWD | 4.8L | V8 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (New Style)(Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | ||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon XL 1500 | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Z55 Autoride Susp. or ZW7 Premium Smooth Ride Susp.); Excel-G | |||||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Except Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G | ||||
| 1999 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 4WD | Front | Optional Twin Tube Replacement; (Exc. Electronic Suspension & Quadrasteer); w/o Z71 Off Road Package; Excel-G |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
G63803
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.