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KYB 3450034 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | KYB 3450034 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Length | 14.69 |
| Extended Length | 24.72 |
| Stroke Length | 10.03 |
| Lower Mount Type | E2(14.6x42) |
| Upper Mount Type | S1(12mm) |
| Dust Cover Included | Y |
| 9783 | N |
| 9908 | Y |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | Ram · 7 vehicles |
OEA direct replacement. Restores original performance with OE-quality components.
Nitrogen gas-charged. Twin-tube design helps maintain consistent ride control.
Dust cover included. Adds protection for the shock absorber assembly.
Cross-references 68262589AC, 68262590AC and 68262599AB for the same application. See all 3.
KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Ram 1500
The KYB Excel-G 3450034 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 2019-2025 Ram 1500 models without air suspension and without off-road suspension. Built on KYB OE assembly lines, it is calibrated to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change responsiveness, and handling.
Key Features
- KYB Excel-G OEA-style replacement for the rear suspension
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber design
- Compressed length: 14.69 in; extended length: 24.72 in; stroke length: 10.03 in
- Lower mount type: E2 (14.6x42)
- Upper mount type: S1 (12MM)
- Dust cover included
- Part number 3450034 for direct catalog lookup
Product Details
KYB Excel-G shocks and struts are built to restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior rather than change it. For Ram 1500 rear suspension service, part number 3450034 uses OE-quality components and KYB’s nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube construction to help maintain consistent damping and predictable control. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 68262589AC, 68262590AC) for the same application.
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Excessive rear bounce after bumps
- Reduced stability during braking or lane changes
- Loose or unsettled rear-end handling
- Uneven damping response from worn shock absorbers
- Loss of original ride control on a Ram 1500
Installation Notes
- Fits 2019-2025 Ram 1500, rear, without air suspension and without off-road suspension.
- Verify mount style and dimensions before installation: E2 lower mount and S1 upper mount.
- Replace shocks in pairs on the same axle for balanced damping.
- Confirm the vehicle is equipped with the standard rear suspension configuration before ordering.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 3450034 is built to OE-style performance standards for the Ram 1500 rear suspension application.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
| 2024 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
| 2023 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
| 2022 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
| 2021 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
| 2020 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
| 2019 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn | Rear | w/o Air Suspension, w/o Off Road Suspension; Excel-G |
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