KYB 365005 Suspension Strut Cartridge - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Strut Cartridge

The KYB Excel-G 365005 is a front suspension strut cartridge engineered to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a direct-fit OE-style replacement for select Toyota Celica models and is built on KYB’s OE production lines for consistent damping performance.

Compatible with 1975-1985 Toyota Celica front suspension applications, this Excel-G cartridge is calibrated to return the vehicle’s designed handling balance without changing the factory feel. The KYB Excel-G line is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design used by professional technicians for OE replacement service.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement gas cartridge
• Restores designed control, handling, and body motion 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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Electronic safety systems depend on suspension performance staying within manufacturer design targets
• KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5370, to reduce noise and vibration
• KYB strut boot part number SB101 helps protect the strut from dirt, debris, and salt

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G part number 365005 is built for drivers and technicians who want to restore factory suspension behavior on the Toyota Celica. It uses OE-quality components and KYB’s original-equipment manufacturing process to deliver damping characteristics that match the vehicle’s intended ride and handling balance. This front strut cartridge is a practical choice for 1975-1985 Toyota Celica front suspension service, including 1975 Toyota Celica front applications from 10/1975 and 1976-1985 Toyota Celica front applications that require strut and coil spring assembly replacement per the manufacturer’s instructions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 73951 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bounce or poor rebound control
• Loose steering feel or delayed response
• Body roll and unstable lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Noise or vibration from aged suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Install according to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions for the Celica front suspension. Replace worn strut mounts and inspect the coil spring, upper hardware, and surrounding suspension components during service. KYB recommends strut mount SM5370 and strut boot SB101 to help reduce noise, vibration, and contamination exposure. After installation, verify alignment and road-test the vehicle to confirm proper steering and ride control.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same assembly lines used for original-equipment manufacturing. Part number 365005 is built as an OEA-style replacement to restore factory performance characteristics for the Toyota Celica front suspension.