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KYB Shocks & Struts Excel-G Rear TOYOTA Tacoma (2WD) 2003-04
SKU: K00D 344447
Easy — 1–2 hours
Description
Part #: 344447
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.
MIA's Description
Crafted with quality and durability in mind, the Excel-G shocks are built to last, maintaining factory performance. They feature a nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design for consistent damping and hand-assembled damping valves for precise control over tire and body motion. The triple chrome-plated piston rod reduces seal wear, while the sintered iron rod guide maintains alignment. Seamless steel tubing and thick, rigid strut bodies and brackets enhance durability and consistent performance.
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Specifications
| Brand | KYB |
| Part Number | K00D 344447 |
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