KYB 346601 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Shock Absorber Overview

The KYB Excel-G 346601 is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, and handling. It is an OE-style replacement for heavy duty truck and commercial vehicle applications, including Dodge and similar platform-specific fitments where precise damping matters.

Built on KYB OE assembly lines, the Excel-G line is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance rather than change the ride character. The 346601 is made in the USA and uses OE-quality components for consistent suspension response.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock for heavy duty trucks and commercial vehicles
• Restores designed control, lane change response, and body movement management
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and steering response
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• Made in USA

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-class replacement line, meaning it is built to restore original equipment performance using the same type of engineering and manufacturing approach found in KYB OE supply. For drivers searching for a KYB 346601 shock absorber, this line focuses on factory-style damping for predictable ride quality and suspension control.

Detailed Description

The KYB 346601 shock absorber uses a twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged design with compressed length of 15 inches and extended length of 22.9 inches. Both upper and lower mounts are E2 (14.45 x 42.6), making it a direct-fit suspension shock absorber for applications that require this mounting style. If you are replacing worn suspension parts on a Dodge truck or commercial vehicle, the 346601 helps return steering feel, braking stability, and tire contact to the vehicle’s intended behavior. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 65165 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing after bumps or dips
• Loose or unstable handling during lane changes
• Reduced braking stability from worn damping
• Uneven tire contact caused by weak shock control
• Suspension noise or fluid leakage from aging shock components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length before installation. The KYB 346601 is designed for applications that use E2 upper and lower mounts, so confirm the vehicle’s original shock dimensions and mounting points before ordering. For best results, inspect related suspension components, tire condition, and alignment after replacement. If you are sourcing a Dodge replacement shock absorber or a KYB Excel-G 346601 for a commercial-duty application, match the part to the exact vehicle configuration.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The 346601 is engineered to restore original suspension performance and support the operation of vehicle safety systems that depend on proper suspension, braking, and tire contact.