KYB 365013 Suspension Strut Cartridge - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut Cartridge

KYB Excel-G 365013 is a front suspension strut cartridge built to restore original ride control, steering response, and handling balance. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components for a direct replacement approach on select Nissan applications.

Compatible with 1979-1984 Nissan 280ZX, 1981-1984 Nissan Maxima, and 1981 Nissan 810 front suspension service, this KYB Excel-G strut cartridge is aimed at restoring factory-calibrated damping rather than changing the vehicle’s character.

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 design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Part number 365013 for front suspension applications

Excel-G Product Line Details

The KYB Excel-G line is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket solution. It uses the same manufacturing approach and quality components found in KYB OE production, with damping calibration focused on restoring the vehicle’s original suspension behavior. For drivers servicing a Nissan Maxima, Nissan 280ZX, or Nissan 810, this line is intended to return predictable ride control without altering factory tuning.

Detailed Description

KYB 365013 is a front suspension strut cartridge with a compressed length of 16.1 inches, extended length of 23.11 inches, and 15 inches of stroke. It uses a 12x1.25 upper mount thread and is built without a dust cover, internal rebound spring, B-stop, or R-stop. This part cross-references Gabriel G44934 for the same application. For Nissan 280ZX and Nissan Maxima front suspension repair, the Excel-G design supports consistent damping, stable lane changes, and proper tire contact under everyday driving conditions.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bounce or float after bumps
• Loose steering feel during lane changes
• Reduced stability under braking
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Noise and vibration from aging front suspension components

Installation Notes

• Fits 1979-1980 Nissan 280ZX, front
• Fits 1981 Nissan 280ZX, front, Recommended OEM Replacement; TO 8/81
• Fits 1981 Nissan 280ZX, front, Recommended OEM Replacement; FROM 9/81
• Fits 1982-1983 Nissan 280ZX, front
• Fits 1981-1984 Nissan Maxima, front
• Fits 1981 Nissan 810, front
• Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions
• KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5322, to reduce noise and vibration
• KYB recommends a strut boot, part number SB103, to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier to new vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The part is calibrated to restore original designed performance for front suspension service on select Nissan models.