KYB 343144 | Suspension Shock Absorber

Part Number
343144
Gas Shock

Fits: 52-77 Volkswagen Beetle, 55-74 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 55-79 Volkswagen Transporter, 66-73 Volkswagen Fastback, 66-73 Volkswagen Squareback, 68-74 Volkswagen Campmobile, 71-80 Volkswagen Super Beetle, 73-74 Volkswagen Thing

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Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.


BRAND: KYB




FEATURES:


  • Gas Shock


SPECIFICS:


B-stopN
Compressed Length10.35
Dust Cover IncludedY
Extended Length16.46
Feature and Benefit 1KYB RECOMMENDED OEM REPLACEMENT STRUT
Feature and Benefit 2THE KYB EXCEL-G HELPS RESTORE THE DESIGNED CONTROL AND HANDLING OF YOUR CLASSIC VOLKSWAGEN
Feature and Benefit 3THE KYB EXCEL-G USES A TRIPLE LIP FLUID SEAL TO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF OIL AND GAS LEAKING OUT
Feature and Benefit 4VEHICLE SPECIFIC, HAND ASSEMBLED, IN-HOUSE DAMPING VALVES CORRECTLY MANAGE TIRE CONTACT, STEERING RESPONSE AND BODY MOVEMENT
Feature and Benefit 5ELECTRONIC SAFETY SYSTEMS DEPEND ON THE SUSPENSION, BRAKES AND TIRES OPERATING AS THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER INTENDED. THE KYB EXCEL-G HELPS KEEP ELECTRONIC SAFETY SYSTEMS PERFORMING AS DESIGNED.
Feature and Benefit 6KYB HAS THE STRONGEST AND THICKEST STRUT BODIES AND BRACKETS IN THE INDUSTRY; MINIMIZING FLEX TO MAINTAIN CORRECT ALIGNMENT IN ALL CONDITIONS
Lower Mount TypeE2(12X32)
R-stopN
Stroke Length6.1
Upper Mount TypeE2(12X32)

Recommended OEM Replacement


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INTERCHANGE:


  • Gabriel: 82001
  • Monroe Shocks & Struts: 31089

APPLICATIONS:


  • 1955-1967 Volkswagen Transporter - Position: Rear
  • 1968-1974 Volkswagen Campmobile - Position: Front
  • 1955-1979 Volkswagen Transporter - Position: Front
  • 1971-1980 Volkswagen Super Beetle - Position: Rear
  • 1952-1966 Volkswagen Beetle - Position: Front
  • 1955-1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia - Position: Front
  • 1966-1973 Volkswagen Squareback - Position: Rear
  • 1955-1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia - Position: Rear
  • 1966-1973 Volkswagen Fastback - Position: Rear
  • 1966-1973 Volkswagen Squareback - Position: Front
  • 1966-1973 Volkswagen Fastback - Position: Front
  • 1952-1977 Volkswagen Beetle - Position: Rear
  • 1973-1974 Volkswagen Thing - Position: Rear
Customer Questions
How often should shock absorbers be replaced?
Shock absorbers should generally be replaced every 50,000 miles or every 5-7 years
How to replace shock absorbers?
To replace shock absorbers, you need to remove the wheel and tire assembly, unbolt the old shock absorber, replace it with a new one, and tighten the bolts. Then, reinstall the wheel and tire, and test the new shocks.
Why do shock absorbers leak?
Shock absorbers can leak due to worn seals, damage to the piston or cylinder, or corrosion from exposure to moisture and road salt.
Can shock absorbers be replaced?
Yes, shock absorbers can be replaced when they start to wear out or fail.
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