Restore the factory ride control on your truck with the KYB Excel-G Suspension Shock Absorber 344398, a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube gas shock that installs in the FRONT position on the 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500. Excel-G is built on KYB's OE assembly lines using the same OE-quality components and calibrated to restore a vehicle's original designed performance rather than change it — earning it the OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classification.
- Triple-lip fluid seal: designed to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
- Vehicle-specific damping valves: hand-assembled in-house to manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement.
- Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design: includes the same quality components found in KYB's global OEM products, a preferred choice among professional technicians.
- Strong, thick bodies and brackets: built to minimize flex and help maintain correct alignment in varied conditions.
Because electronic safety systems depend on the suspension, brakes, and tires operating as the manufacturer intended, the Excel-G is designed to help keep those systems performing as intended while restoring designed control and handling. KYB-recommended OEM replacement shock.
Interchange: 5072923AC · 5093252AA · G63958 · 37206
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does this KYB 344398 shock fit?
It is a FRONT-position shock for the 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500. See the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm the exact fit for your truck and engine.
What type of shock is this?
The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube gas shock built on KYB's OE assembly lines using OE-quality components, classified as OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket).
Does the Excel-G improve ride or restore original performance?
KYB calibrates the Excel-G to restore a vehicle's original designed performance and handling rather than change it, using vehicle-specific damping valves.
How does it help prevent leaks?
It uses a triple-lip fluid seal that is designed to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out of the shock body.
Do I need to replace shocks in pairs?
This listing is for the components as supplied. Replacing shocks on the same axle together as a matched set is a common best practice for balanced ride control; consult the service procedure.
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