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KYB KG5569 Shock Absorber - Front
| Brand | KYB 19-5984-01 |
|---|---|
| Attachment Method | Screw in |
| Bulb Type | Halogen |
| Bulbs Included | No |
| Components Included | Lens and Housing |
| Fog Light Bulb Included | No |
| Fog Light Bulb Type | Halogen |
| Housing Material | Plastic |
| Lens Color | Clear |
| Lens Material | Plastic |
| Other Side | 19-5983-01 |
| Position | Left |
| Product line | Gas-a-just |
| Fits | —1 vehicle |
OE monotube replacement. Restores original control and handling with a direct-fit design.
Monotube construction. Separates gas and oil for fade-free operation and instant response.
Triple chrome piston rod. Helps reduce seal wear for smoother, longer-lasting performance.
Cross-references Gabriel 69794 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 5938 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Gas-a-Just Front Shock for Corvette
The KYB Gas-a-Just KG5569 is a monotube suspension shock absorber built as an OE-style replacement for the front of the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. It is engineered to restore original handling response while adding the firmer control expected from a high-pressure monotube design.
Key Features
- OE monotube replacement for front suspension service
- Separate gas and oil chambers for consistent damping response
- High-pressure nitrogen gas design for quick steering response
- Triple chrome plated piston rod helps reduce seal wear
- Dust cover included
- B-stop and R-stop included in the design
- Lower mount type: E3(51.6X87X20); upper mount type: S1
- Compressed length: 10.39 in; extended length: 14.49 in; stroke length: 4.09 in
Detailed Description
Built for the front suspension of the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette, KYB KG5569 uses a monotube layout that separates the hydraulic working area from the high-pressure nitrogen gas chamber. That construction supports stable damping, fast response, and consistent control during normal driving and more demanding road conditions. The Gas-a-Just line is aimed at vehicles that work harder, tow, or run larger and heavier wheels and tires, making it a practical choice when restoring steering feel and suspension control on a Corvette.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5938 for the same application. KYB KG5569 is also listed alongside Gabriel 69794 in interchange data.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
- Reduced steering response and loose handling feel
- Shock fade during repeated suspension movement
- Oil leakage related to worn piston rod seals
- Loss of original ride control on a 1988 Chevrolet Corvette front suspension
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 1988 Chevrolet Corvette, front. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style and compressed/extended length before installation to confirm proper suspension travel and fitment. Because this application uses a front suspension shock absorber, inspect related wear items in the assembly before reassembly.
Quality Assurance
KYB designs the Gas-a-Just line as an OE monotube replacement to help restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior. The monotube construction and chrome-plated piston rod are used to support consistent operation and reduce seal wear over time.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Front | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Gas-a-just |
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