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1969 Ford Mustang Shock Absorber - Rear KYB

4 on 175 ratings
  • 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.
  • Suggested Purchase Quantity: 2
    • Most jobs typically require 2 of this item.
This Part Fits the Following OEM/Substitute Numbers:
31069, 81270

Additional Fitment Information:
Vehicle Position
1969 Ford Mustang Rear
Brand KYB
Part # K11343219
Condition New
Warehouse B
KYB

Mustang KYB Shock Absorber 343219 1969 Ford
  • Gas Shock
  • Recommended OEM Replacement
  • Excel-G
    • KYB produces an array of suspension ride control, hydraulic, and electronic products for use as original equipment and aftermarket replacement auto parts in cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses, aircraft, industrial and agricultural applications, and more.
    If you are looking to restore your vehicle's original feel of handling and control then you're looking for KYB's GR-2 Twin-Tube shocks and struts. But if you prefer more performance by increasing handling and steering control then you'll want to upgrade to KYB Gas-a-Just monotube shock or a KYB MonoMax monotube shock. If you want the ability to tune your shocks to match different driving preferences, you want KYB AGX manually adjustable shocks, struts, and cartridges.

    KYB Corporation produces a variety of ride control, hydraulic, and electronic products for use as original equipment and replacement parts in automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, specialty vehicles, buses, aircraft, railroad cars, industrial applications, agricultural applications, and civil engineering projects.

    KYB produces an array of suspension ride control, hydraulic, and electronic products for use as original equipment and aftermarket replacement auto parts in cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses, aircraft, industrial and agricultural applications, and more.
    If you are looking to restore your vehicle's original feel of handling and control then you're looking for KYB's GR-2 Twin-Tube shocks and struts. But if you prefer more performance by increasing handling and steering control then you'll want to upgrade to KYB Gas-a-Just monotube shock or a KYB MonoMax monotube shock. If you want the ability to tune your shocks to match different driving preferences, you want KYB AGX manually adjustable shocks, struts, and cartridges.

    General

    Feature and Benefit 5
    Electronic 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 4
    Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-house Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
    Upper Mount Type
    S1
    Feature and Benefit 6
    Kyb Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
    Compressed Length
    10.31
    Dust Cover Included
    Y
    Feature and Benefit 1
    Kyb Recommended Oem Replacement Shock
    B-stop
    N
    Feature and Benefit 3
    The Kyb Excel-g Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
    Feature and Benefit 2
    The Kyb Excel-g Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Vehicle
    Lower Mount Type
    S1
    R-stop
    N
    Extended Length
    17.4
    Stroke Length
    7.09

    Packaging

    bar code
    781552432197
    package quantity
    1
    length
    20.87 in
    width
    2.21 in
    height
    2.21 in
    weight
    3.16 lb
    Information on technical characteristics, the delivery set, the country of manufacture and the appearance of the goods is for reference only and is based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
    1. Watchdog
      21 Apr, 2015
      KYB use to be too stiff in a way that actually reduced traction. These shocks are quite the opposite in that they ride great and promote good vehicle stability.
    2. Evergreen
      20 Apr, 2015
      The parts were for my son's Jeep and they work fine
    3. Wolf4020
      17 Apr, 2015
      Good fit on my truck. Hope they hold out better then the Gabriels
    4. Wayne Bateman
      04 Apr, 2015
      Easy install and they work well. Great improvement on the ride.
    5. Toby
      03 Apr, 2015
      These shocks are way better than I was expecting and a snap to install shipping was fast and would recommend
    6. James t bare
      27 Mar, 2015
      These are great shocks, only problem is the picture looks like the rears and that's what I thought I was buying. Didn't need fronts as of yet but I'm sticking them on there anyway I'm thinking I'll be glad I did
    7. jeff chadwick
      25 Mar, 2015
      nice ride
    8. J. Morgan
      19 Mar, 2015
      Very satisfied with these. Notable improvement in ride quality and handling.
    9. Briant L.
      18 Mar, 2015
      First thing first, you will be getting a black colored shock, not a grey one. I was hoping for a grey colored one as shown in picture.Enough nitpicking, this went on a 2004 Mazda 6s rear. Replaced 10 year old stock shocks with this. So far driving through hills and bumps and these shocks absorb the rear end of the car very well. There is nothing difficult or missing with this shocks. Since KYB was the OEM supplier of the original shocks, these are essentially OEM replacement. So far after a few months no leaks and still absorbing shocks. Can't go wrong with these if you are looking to restore your OEM performance.
    10. Tim
      16 Mar, 2015
      I've used KYB's for years and every time the car's ride and handling is better than I expected.They got it down for all size cars.
    11. G. Deras "pressure productions"
      07 Mar, 2015
      along with new new springs, the saggy ass on my 94 4runner is now gone. loogs and feels good. now to see how long i can abuse them for
    12. Speedy Gonzalez
      06 Mar, 2015
      Work like a charm in 2001 Passat V6
    13. ImEdD
      04 Mar, 2015
      So far so good, installation is very easy, no need for a mechanic to do this work, this is a diy, they try to charge 300 to change both rear shock and i said no thanks, now i just bought 2 for 66.00 and ill change it mmyseft.Right now the shock seen to work fine, i will have to see how good is going to be after a month
    14. D. Tunac "DA2nac"
      03 Mar, 2015
      Replaced original shocks on my wife's 2004 Toyota Sienna @ 181k miles with these KYB Excel-G. I am very impressed and pleased with these KYB how they have improved the handling and ride performance of the vehicle. I had installed these a few weeks before our trip to Pismo Beach and the drive seemed as if we were "floating" on clouds.Pros:-LOW Price-Easy to install-Exact fitCons:-NONE to mention at the moment!
    15. Jomeire Cabonce
      27 Feb, 2015
      I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra and these definitely firmed up the ride in an awesome way. The way it handles is much better than the originals.
    16. william lupton
      23 Feb, 2015
      good easy install great ride
    17. george herron
      09 Feb, 2015
      Excellent products would buy again
    18. PatB "DIYer"
      07 Feb, 2015
      Only reason this isn't rated 5 stars is because its hard to "love" car parts. Exactly as described, easy order, quick delivery. Includes the needed hardward for installation. No mods required.
    19. Drexeol
      28 Jan, 2015
      great item thank you
    20. zookeeper
      25 Jan, 2015
      Purchased these for my 2002 Toyota Tacoma for less than $60 for the pair. My local Midas shop quoted me $275 for rear shock replaacement! Installation was simple and took less than 1/2 hour.
    21. Alexander Mulvey
      24 Jan, 2015
      Great ride quality. I put them on a 2005 Sierra 1500 SLT Z71. The ride quality is slightly below OEM, but not enough to matter (for the different youll pay for AC Delco).
    22. Flowers Cove
      10 Jan, 2015
      I replaced the shocks on my 1994 corvette, these brought the car back to riding like a corvette plus the rear of the car don't sag no more, great shocks
    23. Yoda
      10 Jan, 2015
      I installed these onto my 91 Mustang GT convertible today. The ride before I put these on was super stiff to the point where hitting bumps would be bone jarring. I found out that it had the old stock shocks on there after 135k miles. I installed these KYB on there today and the ride is completely restored. I couldn't be happier.
    24. John Manuel Luna Jr
      03 Jan, 2015
      Replaced my stock shock on the old 86 4Runner with the KYB heavy duty, I felt the difference immediately. A Slightly firm on the highway but off-road these stocks are amazing. Would recommend to another trail rider or weekend warrior.
    25. Alva
      29 Dec, 2014
      Huge difference in handling compared to what was on truck.
    26. Matt
      23 Dec, 2014
      i drive 500kms + a day in the country going over horribe back roads, i fly over bumps left right and center. KYB gas a just shocks hold up the best over other brands. Ac delco, monroe and gabrial i had bad experiance with. KYB for the win
    27. Willy J
      21 Dec, 2014
      Fit great, no issues whatsoever. Improvement over the OEM shocks with 224,000 miles on them. Replaced on a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Classis. Hardware included and fast shipping.
    28. Pat
      20 Dec, 2014
      Just installed them. they fit my Passat 2003 perfectly and work great.
    29. Terry Cramer
      19 Dec, 2014
      Good quality.
    30. AutoPartsWAY Customer
      15 Dec, 2014
      Thes shocks are a awesome wa better ride than stock. Highlyrics recommend for heavy ride. And ofedex road.
    31. anonymous
      10 Dec, 2014
      These work great on my '97 GMC Savana 3500. The van rides better than it did new.
    32. Bill H.
      26 Oct, 2014
      Very good product, great price. Easy to install.
    33. Jeron S.
      25 Oct, 2014
      These made a world of difference on my 1983 Toyota 2wd Pickup.The photo shows them to be white, but they are silver.
    34. steve rudd
      21 Oct, 2014
      godd control
    35. keith
      09 Oct, 2014
      Gave my 69 Charger an awesome ride .Worth the money.
    36. corey l shover
      24 Sep, 2014
      great fit, came with extra hardware, ordered two and they don't match however. same shock just different colors. fast shipping
    37. Bruce
      18 Sep, 2014
      Good product would buy again
    38. Doug Hall
      11 Sep, 2014
      Great shock easy to install, if you remember that they are under pressure. Best to atttached the top then when you are ready to attacthe bottom run a large screwdriver though the mounting hole of the shock an into the bolt hole of the vehicle mount, cut the shipping strap and push the shock into place,done. WAS TO BE FREE SHIPPING , BUT AutoPartsWAY CHARGE ME !!!
    39. Sevy
      10 Sep, 2014
      Good deal for quality made shocks.
    40. Netizen
      08 Sep, 2014
      The shocks themselves seem great-- improved ride and much firmer than the OEM shocks on my '02 Tacoma, which'd never been changed.Only complaint is that the shocks didn't come compressed with a band around them, requiring that I come up with some sort of scheme to hold them compressed while I installed them. I tied a butterfly knot in a 3/8" or so rope, compressed the shocks by pressing down on them, and then pinched the rope together with two fingers to keep the shock from expanding. This approach requires determination and patience, the price for which is one star off the rating.Overall, though, except for this installation glitch, which admittedly might have just been the pair I received (open box returns??), I think the shocks were a great improvement.I used the zip ties that came with them to secure the rubber protective boot. Hope that was correct as there were no instructions on the box or within it.
    41. schulze's
      03 Sep, 2014
      Great product.... World of difference in my 97 Nissan pickup.
    42. Matthew T Phillips
      27 Aug, 2014
      Original mounting bolts did not fit through the shocks.
    43. r57chevy
      27 Aug, 2014
      EXCELLENT ! HAVE BEEN ON MY 1966 CHEVELLE SS454 FOR 3 YEARS NOW AND FOR THE PRICE ARE THE BEST SHOCKS PERIOD! ...SMOOTH RIDE ON LOCAL ROADS OR THE HIGHWAY! HAVE APX 4 THOUSAND MILES ON THEM.
    44. Austin Speer
      07 Aug, 2014
      I work in auto parts and consistently see people buying cheap shocks and wondering why they end up replacing them annually. KYB makes anything but cheap when it comes to shocks and the Gas-a-just is a very good shock. My 99 Explorer had 150k miles on its shocks (I have had the truck for 5,000 miles) and I could tell it was time to replace them. I always knew my shocks were bad but i didn't realize how bad until i put the KYB's on all four corners. It made a huge difference. As for longevity, I only have about 2 days on them, however I have hopes they will last at least 50,000 miles.
    45. 97guns
      06 Aug, 2014
      awesome shocks, many say they are too soft, i find them pretty firm. put them in a '72 el camino thats been dropped 1 1/2"not a race/track quality ride but for cruising around town they are the bomb, especially for $20
    46. Rational
      06 Aug, 2014
      I have been using KYB products since the late '70s. I have never had any complaint. In fact, all their suspension products work wonderfully! These shocks are no exception. I installed them on a 2002 Ford Ranger 4WD. I wanted to tow a two horse trailer. My Hellig booster springs simply overpowered the old Ford shocks. Not these, they work great! The trailer and truck now feel totally stable.
    47. canoe
      01 Aug, 2014
      Great oem replacement, quiet and stronger than stock, used on nissan hardbody pickup. 2 years ago, no issues, still working great.
    48. Rick Weir
      29 Jul, 2014
      The exact part at about 1/2 the list price.
    49. painterdude
      27 Jul, 2014
      I put these on my 98 f150 and they greatly improved the way the truck handles in turns and over defects in the road . a bit firm but shouldnt a truck have a firm ride . anyway i would definately make this purchase again .
    50. Jamal Thomas
      22 Jul, 2014
      Bought these for 2 silverados and love them. I recommend. They are stiff at first but soften up some after break in. These soak up bumps well. One of the trucks I put them on had 20's 275 55 20 and the other had stock 16's. Both drive 100% better with them. And while towing, they absorb very good. These are a must for your SUV or truck
    51. Eagleanthony
      21 Jul, 2014
      Great shock for the price. Granted probably no the best overall but can't go wrong in this price range. Made a world of difference in ride quality and ability to load truck. I put these on my 96 mazda b2300 and have driven for a while on them already.
    52. Steve234
      17 Jul, 2014
      Great shock absorber. Improved the ride and handling of my old classic car
    53. ASMEQC
      16 Jul, 2014
      I like them but have nothing to compare them to. I installed these on my 1997 Ford F150 XLT 5.4l (replaced all 4)The pickup is 4x4 and torsion bar front springs. I had just bought this pickup and one of the front shocks was totally broke the other I'm sure was worn. So I have nothing to compare to. Of course the handling improved over the previous condition with the broken shock.I notice though when driving at highway speeds and coming over a hump in the road the front end will dive down, then bounce up but does not continue to bounce. So if feels like they are doing the intended job. When driving over really rough bumpy roads the pickup rides nicer than my car but that is expected as the car is strut base with minimal suspension travel.Time will be the big test for these. I will try to report back with updates randomly. I have put about 2000 miles on the shocks so far.
    54. Robin C.
      06 Jul, 2014
      Fast shipping great price great product
    55. John P. Mayoka
      14 Jun, 2014
      I needed to upgrade the shocks on my Corvette. These KYB's give a comfortable ride without all of the rough ride of high performance shocks. The car is more comfortable on trips and rough roads.I definitely recommend these shocks on a Corvette, providing the car isn't going to spend time on a race track.
    56. george koons
      04 Jun, 2014
      Super great prices on these shocks, Very easy to install & work great on my 2007 Ford Ranger XL reg. cab long bed !
    57. oldflyer
      24 May, 2014
      It's hard to get too excited about a set of shock absorbers. The rear shocks were easy to install.....not so easy on the front, not because of the shock absorber but just the application. Any other gas-filled shock would present the same problem.
    58. racedave
      14 May, 2014
      I installed these on my 2000 Ford Econoline. They feel pretty close to the OEM shock. I'm very happy with them as I wasn't looking to try and tune out my suspension or stiffen the ride/handling, just wanted a good replacement shock for a reasonable price. Installed with no problems and have been riding on them for 6 months without issues.
    59. larry seltzer
      13 May, 2014
      Great shock for the price. Very smooth ride. Came with extra hardware. Same as OEM.1965 c10 stock truck.Larry
    60. mia
      09 May, 2014
      These are the OEM shocks that came off my 2004 Toyota minivan with 118,000 miles. The old ones were starting to "bounce" a little too much. These new ones fixed it and the ride is soooo much better.
    61. jim schwartz
      04 May, 2014
      After looking for a performance shock for my 2006 gmc truck I decided on trying these shocks. The price was great and the resulting improvements in road feel was impressive. A stiffer shock that provides true world class performance.
    62. Alex Hatheway
      04 May, 2014
      Bolts right up. Good stock replacement. A little stiffer which is what I wanted. Can't say anything bad about them! Comes with whatever hardware you need.
    63. Tony Viveiros
      01 May, 2014
      If your buying this through AutoPartsWAY, your doing yourself a favor. better quality part for the same cost of the crap at autozone. my mazda 6 loved having these new shocks. It just didn't love it's Engine because Ford is the worst (un related)
    64. Mike Rhodes
      24 Apr, 2014
      I installed these on the front of my 1986 Chev S10. Perfect fit and it rides new again. I will install the same on rear.
    65. Mr. Carmen Mobilio
      24 Apr, 2014
      original shocks went & always had good service out of kyb shocks for the imports so figured I would try them on s10 blazer, well after over a year they still feel the same as day I installed them. Would recommend them over other brands as they seem to hold up well.
    66. Rod
      14 Apr, 2014
      Bought these to replace the original units. They work well and adjust to the road conditions. Very good original replacement item.
    67. Ralph D Martin
      04 Apr, 2014
      I rebuild the front suspension on my 1996 Nissan 200SX and am quite happy with the results. I trust this name as they build some of the best quality struts and shocks in the industry and I am never let down.
    68. Alan
      26 Mar, 2014
      Bought these for a 2000 Chevrolet C3500 crew cab long bed. These shocks are firm and provide a very good ride for a heavier pickup. Much cheaper to buy and have shipped from AutoPartsWAY than from the usual online parts stores that I frequent.
    69. Video Services Of Va
      19 Mar, 2014
      This is a generic picture so dont be fooled. You will get the correct shock IF you pay attention to the correct KYB numbers. These fit my 1994 Corvette. But with one issue. I ordered two for the rear. I was sent two different packages. Inside, one was white and one in the other box was silver. Really? For a corvette? LOL. Ah, what can you say.....Anyway, I plan on painting them anyway now that they are two different colors. I cant rate the actual product yet as I have just installed them. But the guys on the vette forums say if you want a COMFORTABLE street ride, get these. You want stiff racing shock, go with the Bilsteins.Also, FYI, Bilstein will rebuild your originals for you. $75.00 labor each, plus parts. You can buy a set of 4 for around 320 if you scan the net. Hope that helps anyone...I'll update the review once I put some miles on the car. I only did the rears as the budget allows, next is the front.
    70. AZ golfer
      16 Feb, 2014
      Rear shocks on my 2002 Tacoma had 234,000 miles on them so it was time to replace. Ordered these and they came within days and installed myself in 25 minutes. The ride was dramatically improved. Would use this brand on my other vehicles.
    71. Steve Pack
      24 Jan, 2014
      Purchased or my 2009 Ranger, replaced the rear shocks, easy change easy fit. Rides very smooth, I do not carry much in my truck bed, I like the smooth action.
    72. EJ Cassidy
      08 Jan, 2014
      Installed these on my 1990 K1500 pickup. They fit perfect and improved the ride of my truck 100%. I would buy again.
    73. ROBERT WHITMAN
      21 Dec, 2013
      My 2004 Dodge Dakota started to sag a bit in the back end, After installing these KYB shocks it raised the back about 3/4 of an inch and has a very nice ride. About an hour to install.
    74. Brian Armbricht
      06 Dec, 2013
      KYB shocks made the Jeep ride like new again. Affordable and easy to install. Any problem, watch one of many YouTube videos, as instructions/paperwork is useless.
    75. LeGaps
      04 Dec, 2013
      Shocks were delivered earlier than I expected " Thank you " and were packed very well. I installed the shocks on a Ford Windstar van, to replace the Monroe's that lasted approx. 55 thousand miles. Basic mounting with a bolt and nut through a round bushing on each of the shocks. Lots of penetrating oil, and a socket set, and also wrench set. The shocks are quite a improvement, and noticed right away. Going over some nearby road construction, the van handled the dips and bumps very well. The ride is firm and stable, making the van more nimble and assuring when taking corners, and tracks well when simulating a frantic lane change. Knowing from experience, these shocks should break-in and become more tuned to the area you drive making the shockseven better with as break-in mileage gets increased, ( approx. 500 + miles ). I also like the mono tube design over the double, for durability, and support.
    76. Tres Murcielagos
      03 Dec, 2013
      This shock, along with the same model for the front have proved an excellent choice for my 1989 Toyota pickup, 2 WD, base model. While it wouldn't be reasonable to compare this shock with the 23 year old OEM shocks, I have been very pleased with them. After installing them, the truck rides very nicely, handles well, and doesn't bounce. While I thought these shocks would be very firm, in fact the ride is still very comfortable with no load on the truck. I've had KYB shocks in the past, and always been happy with them. This one will be no different.
    77. 6Shooter
      30 Nov, 2013
      These shocks are very good an I would highly recommend to anyone wanting to replace shocks on their vintage vehicle.
    78. Wood
      06 Nov, 2013
      bought these for my 98 GMC to replace the worn out rear shocks. Very happy with these, helped restore the trucks handling
    79. Amerikaner
      05 Nov, 2013
      Works great! Replaced rear shocks for my 2006 Civic EX Sedan. Dealer wanted over twice the amount for it. When I looked at my original shocks, they had the Honda logo an part number but on the bottom it also had KYB.
    80. Bob
      26 Oct, 2013
      Fit my 1999 F150 perfectly and made for a stiffer ride. Only problem was the shocks don't come compressed for KYB so I had to muscle them into place. The old front shocks were so bad I could easily squeez them by hand but I had to practically stand on these to collapse them. Other than that I am happy with them.
    81. me
      19 Oct, 2013
      Great shock for the price. Others that cost double or triple are probably better but I will never tell with what I put them through.
    82. RJ Rusthead
      14 Oct, 2013
      Monotube gas is silky! I used vw rear on classic Mini race car front modified end and it helped hold the inside tire down on corners,less tire spin. The bushing pins are metric sized Why spend more?
    83. shaun
      11 Oct, 2013
      so far i have put these on 2 of my vehicles, an SUV and a heavy duty truck. they stiffen the ride of the vehicle some but i feel like thats a good thing.
    84. jf5598
      02 Oct, 2013
      These can as described, and were easy to install. Really smoothed out the cars ride. I would recommend these to everyone.
    85. Richard P. Apgar "Ricoman"
      16 Sep, 2013
      I carried these around for 6 months before I installed them.It took a week before they were broken in. After that they are as good or better than original
    86. victor soto
      15 Aug, 2013
      fit correct and the price was great compare to buying at Pepboys or Autozone Order them it beat buying in the store.
    87. Jeremy W
      02 Aug, 2013
      Same visual Quality as OE and came with all the hardware to install. I have KYB on 2 vehicles and have been happy.
    88. Riley
      24 Jul, 2013
      replaced the shocks all around with these and the ride is great. these excel-g's have replaced the GR-2's. very happy with them.Just an FYI, these do have a slight gas charge and raised the front of my ghia about an inch. while I like the ride, I plan on replacing the fronts with oil (no gas) shocks.
    89. westgl
      21 Jul, 2013
      These shocks work well and provide a comfortable ride and good control, the fit was good, and restored my 99' Silverado back to a new ride
    90. Clay
      20 Jul, 2013
      The KYB shocks are a good medium priced shock. They work nicely on my 1994 Mazda B4000 pickup.Perfect fit.
    91. D.K
      17 Jul, 2013
      I do a lot of work on my own vehicles and was slightly skeptical buying car parts via AutoPartsWAY. I have now changed my mind. These were just like the other KYB shocks I have been looking for with other car websites. Fit exactly like they should have, fit perfect on my ’07 Fusion, and they were cheaper! All around a great product for a great price.
    92. tristan mitchell
      29 Jun, 2013
      awesome!!!!!! works great on my Baja bug. big improvement over stock travel length. the ride is actually pretty good too
    93. Mapaddict
      23 Jun, 2013
      The diameter is much smaller than the motircraft shocks Ictook off my 1996 F250. I think they were still the OE's. seem to work ok. Chose diyble tube for rear for robustness to dents from road debris. Rears are very exposed.
    94. Mike R.
      10 Jun, 2013
      These shock absorbers seem like a decent quality product at a reasonable price. I installed them on a 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport. My vehicle has a lot of under-carriage rust, so removing the old shocks was a chore. After removing the old shocks, installation of the new ones was a easy. The only noticeable difference between these and the OEM shocks is the end where the two screws go. The OEM shocks had completely enclosed screw holes on the lower end, while the KYB's had U-shaped holes that are open on the sides. Not sure why they make them this way, but to me it seems less secure if one of the screws should become loose. After test driving, I found the ride to be soft & quiet and was quite pleased. I would recommend these shocks for anyone who is just looking to replace their OEM shocks with something of similar characteristics.
    95. Justin C. Conde "RippSpeed"
      02 Jun, 2013
      I installed these on my 2006 Toyota Sienna. I had to replace driver side rear shock because it was blown ( 7yrs of service is bad). It was easy enough that the setup took longer to do; than the actual install... Took me 20minutes to install both rear shocks and took me damn near 30minutes of prep... LOL!!!Either way it change the handling characteristic of the van. She seem to ride stiffer than with the stock shocks. The KYB Shocks themselves were aittle longer ( about an inch or 2) than the factor units they replaced. After the install the van felt really good and I could hardly feel the usual bumps and dips on the street I live in ... With these new shocks it seemed to dampened better going down the road.Overall very happy and for the price ... COME ON !!! $68 bucks to change this much of the ride quality ... worth every penny...
    96. AutoPartsWAY Customer "MB"
      11 May, 2013
      According to the manufacturer these shocks are 20% better than original equipment. I believe it. They are certainly better than the ones I replaced. Very easy to install, and they work well.I only have two complaints:First, the instructions that come with all KYB shocks are worthless. (Thankfully I know how to install them without instructions. Experience is everything, sometimes.)Second, I wish they dampened the ride more. These shocks are a vast improvement over the worn out ones I replaced, but the ride is still a little spongy. I spoke with the technical department at KYB about this. They explained that this is due to them designing these shocks to target a happy medium of ride preference. In other words, some people might not prefer the firm ride that I happen to like.All in all, I would say these are the best shocks you might find for a passenger car or minivan. If you have a truck or SUV upgrade to the KYB Monomax or Ranchos.
    97. david
      04 May, 2013
      I have a grand cherokee 2001 4x2, and decided to change the rear shocks because they had already been working bad, between search and search by AutoPartsWAY, I decided on these shocks, kyb, I always knew it was good for small cars .. but not for trucks ... to install and test the truck, turned the convenience and comfort, stable, passing through holes, or feel, cornering stability, is 1000% stable .. in conclusion these dampers are better in performance than the original mopar I had my truck ..
    98. ConnCarl
      28 Apr, 2013
      Very pleased with this product. The "floatiness" is gone, the truck rides and handles like new again. The remarkable thing is that both cornering AND comfort are improved. I initially thought a road I took had been resurfaced, but when I looked, the imperfections were still there...just didn't feel them anymore.
    99. Pipo
      23 Apr, 2013
      I install this ítem in my 1978 vw beetle and it works great. This are rear and support all the weight of the motor of the car
    100. Hope4DBest
      18 Apr, 2013
      It's amazing what a major difference from the worn out shocks I had installed at Pep Boys. Hope this lasts longer. Did not want to spend a lot for my Nissan Frontier pickup. Just thought it would've been more heavy duty but the truck rides as if it were a car so I guess I can't complain. So easy to install, too
    101. ortho
      11 Apr, 2013
      Changed at 100,000 miles on my 2004 infiniti fx35 and the feel just like OE. Good price for just the rear. I would recommend them for anyone else. Not an upgrade though.
    102. duckin06
      28 Mar, 2013
      These shocks are great. These are made in Japan of very high quality. Perfect seam welded. It made my GMC truck drive like it did when it was new. Many people compare KYB and Monroe. It has been my experience that the KYBs are a little stiffer. Give these kyb shocks a chance and I bet you will be impressed.
    103. Cognizant Consumer "C Campbell"
      25 Mar, 2013
      Shocks made the ride and handling in our 2001 Tundra as good, or better than new. With 119K miles, they were long overdue and easy to install.
    104. James Delaplain
      25 Mar, 2013
      Didnt need a replacement set quite yet, but did it anyway on all four and darn ill be damned this company has some good riding shocks. The bumps are MINIMAL on my great little wiggly 4x4 Ranger!
    105. tool collector
      21 Feb, 2013
      Shocks eliminate body lean and transmit alot of road feel back to driver. Stiff but not jarring ride. These replaced priginal factory shocks on my 99 dakota r/t. Shock barely fits through the lower control arm opening. I mean just barely. Once in it's fine as just bushing and shock mounts hang out the bottom.
    106. GEORGE
      24 Jan, 2013
      even for me for professional Bayer(as my friends call me) this quality was surprise i never bought oem part like this shocksand i would like say thanks for KyB and AutoPartsWAY.
    107. tool collector
      22 Jan, 2013
      Installed on a Dakota R/T whose shocks were shot after 50,000. KYB needs to compress shocks from factory. They were a mother to compress to put lower bolt through. Some shocks come compressed and are tied together from factory. Then you cut ties and as shocks lower thread the bolt. Truck feels like it sits higher in back. I can subtlely feel the truck bed moving up and down w/ new schocks. Great road feel and smooth ride for such a stiff shock.
    108. Jason C "jason"
      18 Jan, 2013
      Not too stiff, not too soft... Great shocks for a lowered C1500. The KYB catalog notes this PN is for a 2"-4" front drop and they work well for this application.
    109. AutoPartsWAY-faithful-37
      18 Jan, 2013
      I had fairly new bilstein shocks on my 2004 s-10 2wd blazer and the front end was spongy and floaty. I replaced them with these shocks and what an improvement. The front end it tighter with more control without being harsh at all. The price was right too.
    110. schoboat
      12 Jan, 2013
      Had bought the Monroe 911204 Reflex Light shocks and was very hopeful because they worked great when brand new. However, after going through several Monroe replacements when shock after shock began leaking after less than 6 months of use, my controlled experiment showed that Monroe has a consistent quality control issue. I would not buy Monroe for a bicycle.So had read that these shocks were stiffer than stock and that some had problems with the bushings, etc. Well, since there are not many shock choices for a 2002 Pathfinder and that I had shown the other choice Monroe was junk, I decided to give these a try.First off, the stock shocks are made by KYB. The original shocks were not worn out, but I wanted something that rode better. The stock shocks have plenty of rebound dampening, but have virtually no compression dampening as tested manually. These Gas Adjust shocks have equal compression dampening as rebound dampening and ride much better than the stock...
    111. Blair Weiss
      10 Jan, 2013
      Although the shocks are great shocks at a great price, it took me a couple of orders to get them right.1)At the bottom of the ad, it will say people who bought "this" shock, also bought "this other shock" I assumed incorrectly that I was getting two of the same... wrong... When the package came, the first and the second shock were wrong. I ended up going to the KYB website to verify the correct part number for my vehicle.2) So I order the correct ones by the KYB site and the front shocks are grey and the backs are white... I don't know if it's a marketing change - new colors and old colors... so I mismatch now... I guess a can of white spray paint could fix it... but I am not hung up on that sort of thing.
    112. Jeff C Southern
      05 Jan, 2013
      These worked great on the rear of my 1974 VW Thing. It was just the right amount of extra lift.
    113. Bob
      05 Jan, 2013
      I can't remember if this part number was for the front or rear of my 1985 Mercedes 300D, so I will talk about both here. The fronts were great, nice shock, good rebound characteristics and helped greatly in the handling of the car. The rear shocks were another story, they couldn't dampen the cars weight very well, so the back of the car was still a bit bouncy. I recommend getting the "heavy duty" ones for the back if you have this style car and want a stiffer than stock ride.
    114. JJc "JJC"
      28 Dec, 2012
      If you want a Cadillac ride these are not for you, but they are also better than the tooth jarring ride of ProComps monotube. I replaced worn Monroe Reflex shocks up from and Edlebrock in the rear of a Dakota, and I love that the ride is now balanced. The Edlebrocks were fine but not a good match to the worn out Reflex. My truck sits flat cornering and ride great at highway speed. At slow speeds the shock can be a little stiff on a cement road with busted seams, but they take speed bumps and dips with ease. Braking and cornering in my quad cab Dakota is so much better. These gave it it's confidence back.
    115. Victor
      25 Dec, 2012
      This was a rear shock replacement for a 2006 Chrysler T&C. My previous shock was so worn that it was compressible with a single push and then the recoil would take 30 seconds. At this point, my vehicle only had approximately 40k miles and this is way before the 50k replacement recommended by the manufacturer. Granted, this vehicle is consistently carrying 5 people and have taken cross country trips fully loaded so it is understandable that the shock would wear quicker.The installation of the shock was pretty straight forward and the packaging was good. Post installation, a test drive showed that the replacement was much needed. I have not used other shocks from Monroe or Gabriel so I cannot speak about them. As far as the KYBs are concerned, they were stiffer than the stocks but not too stiff that it makes the ride uncomfortable. In terms of handling differences, I did not notice much of a change but honestly, we're driving around in a 2 1/2 ton car, its not going to...
    116. Rich
      20 Dec, 2012
      Makes a world of difference in the ride of my 1990 Crown Victoria,original shocks were dead,floating over hills,now the car rides nice and tight with no floating,and a new feeling ride,you won't go wrong installing this product in your vehicle,i would install them in any vehicle i own!!!!
    117. Adib M.
      20 Dec, 2012
      A++++++++++++++ highly recommend Purchased due to reviews on AutoPartsWAY.com and product review from consumer reports. Bottom line, reviews and reports weren't wrong, this is a great product.
    118. Scott
      17 Dec, 2012
      Copy and paste of my other review as these are sold as front and rear sets.I have a jeep that had the Upcountry Shocks installed back when it was new. These are equivalent to the HD Rancho type of shocks. I was worried that these shocks would make the truck a bit floaty (which was why I ditched the stock shocks back when I got the vehicle). However, these have excellent control and ride quality. The ride is a bit softer than the Up Country shock package, but firmer than a stock shock would be. Overall an excellent replacement shock.
    119. jonsride
      14 Dec, 2012
      Bought these for my 1999 F250 Super Duty 4x4. These are a great shock but just too stiff for me. The truck is stock and my off roading days are over so it is a pavement princess. Nothing against the shock. It appears well made and is perfect for a truck that gets off roaded or tows/ carrys heavy loads. I will be returning them and trying to get something more stock. Once again nothing against the shock its just too stiff for my old body.
    120. john davis
      12 Dec, 2012
      I have a 05 Durango and these were night and day from the stockers, a much better ride! Quality material and rides like a dream.
    121. ckaaron1
      24 Oct, 2012
      A quick rundown on the KYB line-up, as Dodge Durango/Dakota's have a choice of all three:Red: Truck-like, for oversize tires, RV towing, etc - I didn't buy these.Silver: Gas-a-Just Street Performance, handling and ride smoothly considering the handling advantage.Black: Basic OEM replacement - I didn't buy these.The KYB Silver Gas-a-Just impressed me AGAIN! My 2003 Dodge Durango R/T AWD 5.9L drives better than new! Steering response is more solid, braking has improved, and cornering has never been this good. There would probably be a slight loss in ride comfort from OEM (float-a-matic) "shocks", ours were worn -originals- so I really can't comment on the original factory shocks. They are money very well spent on your vehicle, and you will not have to replace them again. The only thing better than these would be the "top shelf" units from Koni or Bilstein, and unless you're racing on weekends, neither of those are necessary or better for...
    122. mk
      10 Oct, 2012
      These KYB's were a direct fit and inproved the ride on my 02 Durango 4X4 to better then new.I will buy again from AutoPartsWAY.comI also picked up a set of,KG 5440
    123. Robo21
      30 Sep, 2012
      These shocks provide and excellent ride and KYB offers superb customer service/tech support over the phone. I would not rely on the online fitment guides but instead call tech support with your application information and desired goals, i.e. what kind of ride you are looking for, whether you are looking for sporty, off road, or luxury ride.AutoPartsWAY offered the best pricing and great delivery 5 of 5 stars without reservation.
    124. Richard Lau "Gadget Geek"
      03 Sep, 2012
      I ordered the OE Honda parts to replace my rear shocks on my 2006 Civic Hybrid and it came to about $230+. I also ordered this Amz for $65. I ended up using the Amz KYB one which installed quickly and perfectly (my first time). At a savings of $160+ after only using new lower mounting bolts which were recommended. Time to return the rest of the parts.
    125. iPad-Montevideo-Uruguay "Alejandro - From Uru...
      17 Aug, 2012
      Well I always use nakata parts for my VW beetle, this time I tryed KYB and I noticed a huge difference ,they really change your ride to soft and comfortable. The only drawback however is that on corners i wish they were a bit harder,they tend to incline the car a bit.I recommend this shocks to anyone ,who wants to make his beetle ride look like a new car ride.
    126. David E "Love Fishing"
      14 Aug, 2012
      Been using them for years and they have never let me down. You can pay a lot more if you need a heavier duty shock (like for off roading) but for normal use you cannot go wrong.
    127. Marty Moore
      08 Aug, 2012
      Put these on my 1993 Chevy pick up. Drives nice and way better road comfort. Great Shocks that are worth every penny.
    128. dsrok "dsrok"
      25 Jul, 2012
      What's to say, less expensive than OEM Mop**r shocks & much better ride quality than the OEM's ever had! Wish I had replaced them sooner...
    129. Waxer
      10 Jul, 2012
      Although our '07 Civic has less than 25K, rear suspension was starting to bottom out. Old oem shocks were worn out. New KYB's make driving fun and safer again. $$ well spent.5000mi later these shocks & struts are making a good car better. Weight carrying and handling continue to out perform oem.Had to move several loads of building bricks with our Civic. Largest load was around 1000lbs. Car handled the weight and continues to drive fine.
    130. Natalie
      03 Jun, 2012
      These worked great on my husbands 84 Corvette. They really improved the ride over the old busted shocks! What a difference.
    131. Ironmike
      30 Apr, 2012
      These are great shocks, and a great value. Put these on the Chevy Silverado and they are a huge improvement over the OEM (the fronts were shot). I put KYB's on my 1968 VW type III in 1985 and all these years latter they are still great.
    132. the dude
      24 Feb, 2012
      Monotube shocks are always the way to go, and imo the KYBs are just as good as the yellow Bilsteins at a much lower price. Handling and control are much improved over stock. Rangers don't handle small choppy bumps well and mine still doesn't, but in every other category it is better. These shocks have a lot more rebound damping, so the ride is both more controlled and smoother at the same time. Most importantly they made the truck feel more solid, as if the frame is stiffer.The only complaint I have is that the bushings for the top mount are much smaller than stock. They do fit but just barely.UPDATE: After having these for a few months I am still very happy with them, although they have noticeably softened. They are still very smooth and controlled, a huge improvement over my stock shocks, but they use more of the suspension travel. The result is an even better ride on the street, but quicker bottoming out over large bumps. For a daily driver I would...
    133. Kingfo
      16 Feb, 2012
      Super great product for Ford F-150, a great deal better than the original and supposedly great replacement. Should have bought these in the first place...
    134. Chad Dailey
      15 Feb, 2012
      I bought new shocks all around for my 1967 Ford F-100. I'd used these very same shocks on a previous car, and have nothing but good things to say about them. These shocks offer a great ride, even on my old pickup!
    135. Liberty's Friend
      10 Feb, 2012
      Arrived very quickly.I have installed KYB's on many cars/trucks, and I like their durability and function. They dampen the suspension well without being harsh like the koni's on my race car. A little more stiff than OEM, but I think - just right. Very similar in feel to the Bilsteins I recently put on my truck (twice the price of the KYBs, but I'll have the truck long after the van has been replaced).Very quick and easy install on Dodge Caravan. Fronts (when I replace them) will be harder (struts), but I will buy KYBs for there too.
    136. J
      17 Jan, 2012
      I used these as replacement for the blown OEM shocks on a 2003 Pathfinder. They're the perfect balance of firm/pliant for on-road driving where the biggest obstacle is a speedbump or a pothole.Installation was definitely straight forward and did not require a lift at all. Merely park on a level surface and engage the parking brake (and chock the wheels for good measure). Unbolt the bad shocks (the springs will keep the truck 'lifted' while you do this), and install the lower bolt first. The shocks come 'wrapped' in a plastic band that keeps them from expanding. Cut this after the first bolt is on and it will slowly expand upwards. Use this time to guide it into position and insert the bolt at the top. Tighten it all with a torque wrench and move on to the other side. Takes barely an hour start-to-finish.
    137. A. Schumann
      29 Nov, 2011
      The shocks installed quite easily,two bolts on each side. Dramatic improvement to the ride. Note: if you are replacing the shocks on a Saturn Ion, you will probably need to replace the spring seats too.
    138. Him and Me "DML"
      11 Nov, 2011
      Shocks are shocks but these perform very well. Was a direct fit and seem to have a smooth ride. Would recommend KYB shocks.
    139. Erik
      23 Oct, 2011
      With 145,000 miles on my F150, it was time to freshen up the suspension. What a difference - no more washboard effect on really bumpy roads and the handling is improved as well - truck feels alot tighter again as well. Very satisfied with the ride quality.
    140. sandtoe1 "StillWorkingForIt"
      23 Oct, 2011
      These shocks worked great for my 2004 Saturn Ion 3. First side took 60 minutes and second side took 20 minutes. My trick was to use a second jack to lift shock into place after attached at bottm. Never did shocks before, Thanks.
    141. Richard Hartman
      15 Oct, 2011
      I installed these KYB Gas-a-just shocks on a 2000 Chevy Astro. I was looking for good control and firm, but not too firm, ride for my wife. We were replacing Monroe Sensatrac "lifetime" shocks that wore our very quickly. I've only had these a month and they have done excellent on the local rough roads and a recent 2,000 mile trip through the southern states. These shocks added to a rear swaybar that I added two years ago gave me confident control on winding roads in the Smokey Mountains. I am very pleased. Installation was a snap. I just handed them to my mechanic and said, "Here, install these." :-)
    142. Government Issue Joe "Joe"
      09 Oct, 2011
      I am a self-diagnosed Bilstein junkie; I absolutely loved them on my lowered S10. It was an easy choice, I'll just buy another set of 4 Bilstein for my 1998 Ford Explorer Sport. But I sure forgot how expensive those things were! After much research and truly diagnosing what I use my truck for, I found myself here with these shocks.These are a spot on replacement for my 1998 Ford Explorer Sport; everything lined up perfectly and installed with zero problems. Removing the old shocks on the other hand.. not as much fun!The old shocks on my truck were complete junk, bottom of the line Monroe shocks. They were leaking fluid and just completely awful as any bump in the road would cause the truck to skip all over the place. I am sure my 30 x 9.5 LT tires didn't help with that much either!After the installation of the shocks (I have Monomax shocks on both the front and rear) the difference was very clear. In a town where the water company runs rampant and...
    143. JJ
      21 Sep, 2011
      The KYB 344263 GR-2 Shocks were a very good value at $17.99 each. My 2000 Chevy Tahoe Z71 Tahoe rides much better now.
    144. S. Silva
      12 Aug, 2011
      I ordered these shocks for my Daugter's car. In ordering these shocks KYB was just going through rebranding the shocks with different colors and part numbers. The customer service I received to make sure these were the correct shocks was just outstanding. My Daugter has had these shocks on the car now for two months and they have made a ride much better.
    145. Mark D. Deschner
      04 Aug, 2011
      Replaced the front and rear shocks on a 2002 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor with KYB shocks. Old shocks were the original equipment with 98,000 miles on them. The KYB's fit great and installed without much problems. The ride has been great since the installation.
    146. Jon Norstog "jon norstog"
      01 Aug, 2011
      KYBs are the best cheap shox you can get. I put these on my Crown Vic police interceptor and changed it from a wallowing beast to a fairly sharp-handling road car. And the ride is great!ALSO! AutoPartsWAY has distanced itself from the execrable "Just Suspension" KYB outlet and is handling the goods itself. No more lost shipments or arrogant, anal-retentive "service" reps.
    147. Scot Lippenholz
      30 Jul, 2011
      These shocks were purchased for a Manco Deuce go kart. After buying the right size 12mm bolts, they worked like a dream. The arrived fast and everything was complete.
    148. P. Collen "zorro2000"
      24 Jul, 2011
      I installed these KYB KG5473 shocks on the rear of my son's 2001 Nissan Frontier truck. They were very easy to install..took about 10 minutes each. They come compressed and strapped so you don't have to manually compress them to get them in place. My son says they are GREAT and made a tremendous difference in the ride of the truck . Of course the shocks taken off had over 100000 miles on them so ANY new shock would have been a significant improvement. But I would HIGHLY recommend these shocks, and the KYB KG5443 front shocks we also installed (but see my review on these for some installation tips).
    149. BLACSTAR
      05 Jul, 2011
      I have a 2006 chevy silverado with a 4/6 drop. I originally bought edelbrock ias. Texas roads have too many dips/holes for these to work. I bought Belltechs and Doetchtechs, they were a waste- same sial boat floating result. So this time i smart and called kyb before ordering and told them i need the stiffest shock they have. These monomax's are 30-35% stiffer than factory. I can tell they were a bitch to put in regardless if i had a lift or not. Well, well worth it though. I love riding behind another lowered silvy and see it float over bumps like its surfing but mine is on rails. In the near future, when i move on to another project, i will remember these. Thanks Andrew Dallas,TX
    150. voofaan
      17 Jun, 2011
      KYB KG5458 Gas-a- Just Monotube Shock is what I've been looking for to drive safe and comfy my Safari van. No more burfy mood, no more unmenageable boat ride feeling. Very happy with my KYB KG5458 Gas-a- Just Monotube Shocks!
    151. Ripper
      14 Jun, 2011
      Put these on all around,the ride is very close to factory new.They are not harsh or floaty,just a nice combination.They do exactly what KYB said they would.Best shocks I have owned so far.Price and free shipping on AutoPartsWAY is way cheaper than anyone else.
    152. D. Yip "dyip32"
      10 May, 2011
      I purchased these Gas-A-just shocks for a 2001 Qx4, rear shocks.In a 1-to-1 comparison against the GR-2 equivalents, these are significantly more stiffer (ie. resist change in length). I originally purchased the GR-2 shocks, but upon initial inspection and trials of hand-compressing the shock, I found the GR-2's to be just a bit stiffer than the OEM shocks that came from underneath my truck, but I should mention that the OEM shocks were probably not replaced since the previous owner of the Qx4 got the truck. The Gas-A-Justs were definitely stiffer than the GR-2's and thus the OEM shocks. I opted for the Gas-A-Justs because per the KYB website, the monotube design was made to be a little more efficient in dampening and stronger than the dual-tube designs. KYB monotubes were designed with the intention to upgrade the suspension to provide a little more stiffer ride for better response during cornering and such. Of course, I didn't put these on my truck to race around corners, but...
    153. Ryan
      05 May, 2011
      I was hoping to get a little better ride out of my 1 ton Chevy van with these new shocks, and they delivered. Not as much difference from stock as I was hoping, but definitly better. Easy install and all parts included. Worth the money for sure.
    154. the reviewer
      01 May, 2011
      brand new in the box. vendor gave me great price. shipping reasonable. shocks perform better than expected. came with instruction, bushing, washers, nuts. if you want your bug to handle better and tires to last longer, buy a set.that said, if you like a wallowing lincoln country cruiser ride where it feels as if you are sitting on a water bed sloshing down the highway, then these are not the shocks for you. better you just remove your shocks and replace em with empty plastic liter soda bottles.
    155. Very Satisfied
      30 Apr, 2011
      Bought these back in Jan 2011 installed for 4 months now and still just as good as new. Improved ride by 100%, woould recomend to anyone who is considering thes for their truck. The price is worth the result hands down, will be replacing back shocks with same soon.
    156. Shannon Monahan
      28 Apr, 2011
      I installed these on my 2000 Nissan Pathfinder and found them to be perfect, a complete 180 degrees from "stock" shocks. They give increased stability in turns, and also help keep the rear end from sagging so much when I have a trailer hitched up.
    157. blacknumber3
      13 Apr, 2011
      You don't truly know how bad your shocks were until you replace them. These shocks have given my pickup a great smooth ride at a great price.
    158. ASC08
      24 Mar, 2011
      Ordered 4 KYB GR-2 shocks from AutoPartsWAY. The 344380 for the front and 380365 for the rear. Rears went on without a problem. Got one on the front no problem. When I went to install the other front, the hardware looked different. Checked the boxes, both the correct part number. Checked the parts, and the one was the wrong part number, packaged in a mislabeled box. Got online with AutoPartsWAY, on Saturday afternoon, received all of my return documents and shipping label, ordered the new one, and it was at my house on Monday. Great customer service by AutoPartsWAY!Much improved ride over the worn OE shocks.
    159. Brandon
      06 Mar, 2011
      Installed these on a 1999 crown victoria which before was so bouncy going over bumps. This gave me a nice soft ride and now after hitting bumps the car does not continue bouncing. Great budget shock recommended over Monroe, Gabriel, and other crappy cheapo replacements which usually go bad after a year.
    160. D. Howell "Reader X"
      17 Feb, 2011
      These do just fine in my '02 LX-S. Firm response, minimal body roll, restored the road feel and handling on those freeway ramps that started to feel 'twitchy'. Not a four-door-road-pillow shock, not a performance shock, just a nice firmer-ride OE replacement.
    161. HotRods4Ever
      05 Feb, 2011
      This is for KYB KG5517 Gas-A-Just shocks but I assume also it would apply to any Gas-A-Just shocks.I purchased these shocks for a 1990 Daihatsu Rocky, which is a somewhat rare vehicle in the USA, making it hard but not impossible to find parts. In the past I have purchased cheap shocks on ebay or other sites hoping to get good quality, but ended up disappointed. So I thought I would take the high road and buy some shocks with a solid brand name (I never heard of any problems with KYBs) and with a slightly better than standard rating/set of features.These are monotube shocks which are apparently better at providing a good solid ride without compromising stiffness. Made in Japan.I could tell immediately when I put these shocks on my vehicle how good they were. Bumps along the road in the city get absorbed well and don't feel like jolts. Although this rig is bouncy and jittery in general, the KYBs make it feel and handle like a brand new rig even...
    162. Cary
      08 Jan, 2011
      For the price these shocks are a fantastic value, AutoPartsWAY sold these shocks cheaper than the lowest price I could have purchased them on ebay and there was no shipping fee. Great deal, These shocks are going on a jeep liberty I purchased for my daughter. Thanks AutoPartsWAY.
    163. Chris
      27 Nov, 2010
      Left rear shock went bad on my 2005 FX-35 at 82K miles. Decided to replace both rear shocks - seems like very good OE fit and OE performance. Will install the KYB's for the front when it is time to replace those as well.
    164. COSkogen
      23 Oct, 2010
      I put these shocks in my '97 Toyota Tacoma after one of the stock ones finally blew out! They are great and have made a huge difference in handling. Super easy to put in on my truck as it only took about an hour!
    165. LakeKids
      28 Jul, 2010
      I used these to replace the original shocks on our '98 GMC 3/4ton 4x4. We wanted to keep the stock height and ride quality and these worked perfect. Since the truck has plenty of ground clearence, installation was no problem. With a lifetime warrenty, I shouldn't have to do that anymore.
    166. Anthony D. Marotta "Stafford Lighthouses"
      25 Jul, 2010
      I bought these shocks to replace a leaking shock on my 2003 GMC Sonoma . So I decided to replace all 4 with KYB. I did not notice a big difference from to old GM shocks to the new KYB ones. I have bought this brand before when I had a 2000 S10 with a ZQ8 suspension, and loved the ride. But the new ones are a little to soft for me. That is why I gave it a 4 out of 5. The shocks are a good deal for the money.
    167. Anthony D. Marotta "Stafford Lighthouses"
      25 Jul, 2010
      I bought these shocks to replace a leaking shock on my 2003 GMC Sonoma . So I decided to replace all 4 with KYB. I did not notice a big difference from to old GM shocks to the new KYB ones. I have bought this brand before when I had a 2000 S10 with a ZQ8 suspension, and loved the ride. But the new ones are a little to soft for me. That is why I gave it a 4 out of 5. The shocks are a good deal for the money.
    168. edkane
      12 Jul, 2010
      If you are looking to gain back the factory ride this is a great replacement shock to the factory shock. Just put it on my toyota truck after 70K mi on the original shocks. The original shocks were dead, you could compress them and they would not retract. You could really feel them hit the bumpstops going over bumps. None of that anymore. AutoPartsWAY offered a better price than the local O'reilly store and quick shipping can't be beat.
    169. Julian Thomas "Julian T."
      29 Mar, 2010
      I have had no problems and a much improved ride, great deal for shocks. Installed on a 2007 dodge Durango 4x4.
    170. Michael Paisis "ppsnow"
      07 Mar, 2010
      I bought this shocks for my wife's 2000 Grand Marquis, which had Monroe on it. What a difference they made in ride quality! Now the car rides luxurious like it should and not like a boat with the Monroe shocks. Also has a little better handling. Depending on the application (which in my case it worked!) this shocks are a good buy!
    171. Michael Paisis "ppsnow"
      07 Mar, 2010
      I bought this shocks for my wife's 2000 Grand Marquis, which had Monroe on it. What a difference they made in ride quality! Now the car rides luxurious like it should and not like a boat with the Monroe shocks. Also has a little better handling. Depending on the application (which in my case it worked!) this shocks are a good buy!
    172. Andy D. Quach "Bridge Guy"
      17 Nov, 2009
      These shock are a huge improvement over the stock shocks on my GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab. Well worth the money.
    173. toker01
      05 Nov, 2009
      I was concerned that this shock would make the ride harsh but was pleasantly surprised that it's a comfortable yet controlled ride.Much better ride when pulling my trailer also.The bushing supplied with this shock will not work with a Chevrolet truck as the top opening is larger than the bushings so I had to reuse the original bushings.KYB should supply the proper bushing for GM products
    174. sportlivin
      13 Oct, 2009
      theres only so much you can do to improve a stock suspension system, but these things just work damn well. no more worries about train tracks, no more slowing down to turn.. theyre very soft shocks, but when you hit big bumps they really do stiffen up considerably to absorb the waves. as a result my truck can tackle anything again, its quite surprising how well these work even though the shocks i had were broken, so anything would feel better of course.
    175. harleyhog "harleyhog"
      08 Jun, 2008
      what a diffrence in the ride of my truck. The shocks that were on my truck were not that old but if you hit a bump it was like you bottomed out now you barley notice a bump which says alot for a 4X4.

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