KYB 344448 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Tacoma

The KYB Excel-G 344448 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 1999-2004 Toyota Tacoma models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability while maintaining OE-style performance characteristics.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement shock for import truck applications
• Restores designed control and handling on Toyota Tacoma rear suspension
• 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

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket line built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The 344448 is calibrated to return the suspension to its original designed performance rather than change ride character. For Tacoma owners looking for a rear shock that supports stable braking, lane-change response, and consistent handling, this KYB shock absorber follows the factory intent of the vehicle.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 37112) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or inconsistent rear-end handling
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Loss of factory ride control on a Toyota Tacoma

Installation Notes

Fits 1999-2004 Toyota Tacoma, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount type, compressed length, extended length, and stroke length before installation. This KYB 344448 uses E1 upper and lower mounts and includes a dust cover.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G is produced on the same OE assembly lines with OE-quality components. The design focuses on restoring factory-calibrated suspension performance for the Toyota Tacoma platform.