KYB KG5524 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Gas-a-Just Rear Shock for Camaro and Firebird

The KYB Gas-a-just KG5524 is a monotube suspension shock absorber built for rear applications on select 1967-1969 Chevrolet Camaro and 1967 Pontiac Firebird models. It adds responsive damping for drivers who want firmer control, quicker steering response, and stable performance under load.

Gas-a-Just Product Line

KYB Gas-a-just shocks use a high-pressure monotube design with separate gas and oil chambers. That layout supports fade-resistant operation, fast reaction to suspension movement, and consistent control during normal driving and more demanding use.

Key Features

• Adds up to 25% more damping performance over original equipment shocks
• Monotube construction separates gas and oil for fade-free operation and instant response
• Higher gas pressure improves steering response and suspension control
• Triple chrome plated piston rod helps reduce seal wear and fluid leakage
• Components and valving are tuned for Camaro and Firebird rear suspension applications
• Dust cover included
• Compatible with vehicles that work, tow, or use larger, heavier tires and wheels

Detailed Description

KYB KG5524 is engineered as a rear suspension shock absorber for 1967-1969 Chevrolet Camaro and 1967 Pontiac Firebird applications. The monotube design uses an air-free hydraulic working area for responsiveness and a separate high-pressure nitrogen chamber with a floating piston to maintain consistent damping. This helps the shock react quickly to road inputs while maintaining ride control in everyday driving.

For fitment-specific searches, this part fits 1968-1969 Chevrolet Camaro, rear, with single leaf spring and Gas-a-just application notes, and it fits 1967 Chevrolet Camaro, rear, as a monotube performance upgrade. It also fits 1967 Pontiac Firebird, rear, with monotube performance upgrade notes. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 32143) for the same application.

What This Shock Helps Address

• Excessive rear suspension bounce
• Reduced damping control from worn OE shocks
• Fade caused by aeration in conventional twin-tube designs
• Slow steering response and loose rear-end feel
• Performance loss with heavier wheels, tires, or load demands

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify compressed length, extended length, and mount style before installation. KG5524 measures 11.85 inches compressed, 19.13 inches extended, and 7.28 inches of stroke, with an E2(11.1x35) lower mount and S1 upper mount. Confirm rear suspension configuration and model-year fitment before ordering, especially on 1968-1969 Camaro vehicles with single leaf spring notes.

Quality Assurance

KYB designs Gas-a-just shocks for controlled damping, reduced seal wear, and consistent performance in rear suspension service. The monotube layout and high-pressure gas charge are used to maintain stable operation under repeated suspension movement.