KYB 365008 Suspension Strut Cartridge - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Strut Cartridge

The KYB Excel-G 365008 is a front suspension strut cartridge for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. Built to restore original ride control and handling characteristics, it is a direct OE-style replacement for drivers who want predictable steering response, stable braking, and consistent body control.

Compatible with front suspension service on 1980-1995 Audi 4000, Audi 4000 Quattro, Audi 80, Audi 80 Quattro, Audi 90, Audi 90 Quattro, Audi Cabriolet, Audi Coupe, and Volkswagen Fox and Quantum models, this cartridge is calibrated for factory-style performance rather than a changed ride feel.

Key Features

• KYB Excel-G OEA replacement gas cartridge for OE-style suspension restoration
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for controlled damping
• 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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Part number 365008 is engineered for front suspension use
• This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 73976 and Gabriel G44902 for the same application

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G struts are made on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and calibration targets that match the vehicle’s original suspension behavior. For Audi 90, Audi 80 Quattro, Volkswagen Quantum, and related front suspension applications, the 365008 cartridge helps restore ride control, lane-change response, and braking stability without altering the factory tuning.

The Excel-G line is built for technicians and owners who want a direct replacement that supports the suspension, brakes, and electronic safety systems working as the manufacturer intended. The 365008 part number is a practical choice when replacing worn front strut cartridges on older Audi and Volkswagen platforms.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
• Loose steering feel and delayed response
• Nose dive during braking
• Uneven tire contact from worn damping control
• Noise and vibration from aging front strut components

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1980-1987 Audi Coupe, front; 1980-1987 Audi 4000, front; 1984-1987 Audi 4000 Quattro, front; 1988-1992 Audi 80, front; 1988-1992 Audi 80 Quattro, front; 1988-1989 Audi 90 Quattro, front; 1988-1991 Audi 90, front; 1981-1987 Volkswagen Quantum, front; 1987-1993 Volkswagen Fox, front; 1993-1995 Audi 90, front; 1993-1995 Audi 90 Quattro, front; 1994-1995 Audi Cabriolet, front.

Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5024, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB101, to help protect the cartridge from dirt, debris, and salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a global OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same assembly lines used for original equipment applications. The 365008 is built to OE-quality standards and calibrated to restore factory-designed suspension performance for compatible Audi and Volkswagen front strut applications.