KYB 344401 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

The KYB Excel-G 344401 is a rear suspension shock absorber engineered to restore original ride control on select Ram and Dodge Ram trucks. Built on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components, it is calibrated to return factory-style handling, stability, and steering response.

For drivers searching for a rear shock for 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, or 2011-2013 Ram 2500, the Excel-G line is a direct-fit OE replacement choice. Part number 344401 is also a fitment match for 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 and 2011-2012 Ram 3500 rear applications.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OE replacement shock absorber
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and body motion
• Triple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage
• Strong, thick strut body and brackets to help minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• R-stop included

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is built to restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior rather than change it. As an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) product line, it uses the same type of OE-quality construction found on KYB’s OEM production lines and is calibrated for factory-style ride control on Ram and Dodge Ram rear suspension applications.

Detailed Description

Part number 344401 is a rear suspension shock absorber designed for trucks that need consistent damping, stable lane-change response, and predictable braking behavior. The compressed length is 16.54 inches, extended length is 27.56 inches, and stroke length is 11.02 inches. Upper and lower mount type is E2 (14.6 x 42), which supports the specified rear fitments listed below.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 34521 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Loose or unsettled handling on rough roads
• Reduced steering response during lane changes
• Brake dive and unstable weight transfer
• Suspension noise or poor damping from worn rear shocks

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, rear.
• Fits 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, rear.
• Fits 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, rear.
• Fits 2011-2013 Ram 2500, rear.
• Fits 2011-2012 Ram 3500, rear.
• Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions where specified in the fitment notes.
• Verify mount style and dimensions before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. That manufacturing approach supports consistent fit and factory-style damping for Ram and Dodge Ram rear suspension service.