# KYB 344044 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1972–1982 Chevrolet LUV

### Performance Overview

KYB Excel-G Gas Shocks and Struts are available with sintered-iron pistons and guide rods for strength, hard-chrome piston rods for superior durability, and seamless cylinders and eyerings. These products have a patented check valve to minimize foaming and aeration and maintain control under tough conditions.

KYB is a worldwide leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers. World-Class engineering and quality have made KYB the original equipment shocks for Lexus, Toyota, Saturn, Infiniti, Chrysler, and Ford. Their products are made from the highest quality materials, and guarantee to deliver superior handling, comfort, and control.

### Key Features

-   Internal Design: Twin-tube
-   Adjustable: No
-   Gas Charged: Yes
-   Boot Included: No
-   Quantity: Sold individually.

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

1972

Chevrolet

LUV

1973

Chevrolet

LUV

1974

Chevrolet

LUV

1975

Chevrolet

LUV

1976

Chevrolet

LUV

1977

Chevrolet

LUV

1978

Chevrolet

LUV

1979

Chevrolet

LUV

1980

Chevrolet

LUV

4 Wheel Drive

1981

Chevrolet

LUV

4 Wheel Drive

1982

Chevrolet

LUV

4 Wheel Drive

1979

Dodge

D50

1980

Dodge

D50

1981

Dodge

D50

1982

Dodge

D50

Rear Wheel Drive

1983

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1984

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1985

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1986

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1987

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1988

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1989

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1990

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Dodge

RAM 50

Rear Wheel Drive

1986

Mazda

B2000

Rear Wheel Drive

1987

Mazda

B2000

Rear Wheel Drive

1987

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1988

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1989

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1990

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Mazda

B2200

Rear Wheel Drive

1987

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1988

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1989

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1990

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Mazda

B2600

Rear Wheel Drive

1983

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1984

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1985

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1986

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1987

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1988

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1989

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1990

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1994

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1995

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1996

Mitsubishi

Mighty MAX

Rear Wheel Drive

1986

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1987

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1988

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1989

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1990

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1991

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1992

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1993

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1994

Nissan

D21

4 Wheel Drive

1998

Nissan

Frontier

4 Wheel Drive

1999

Nissan

Frontier

4 Wheel Drive

2000

Nissan

Frontier

SE, XE; 2.4L, 3.3L; Extended Cab, Regular Cab; 4 Wheel Drive

2001

Nissan

Frontier

SC, SE, XE; 2.4L, 3.3L; Extended Cab, Regular Cab; 4 Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive

1995

Nissan

Pickup

4 Wheel Drive

1996

Nissan

Pickup

4 Wheel Drive

1997

Nissan

Pickup

4 Wheel Drive

1979

Plymouth

Arrow Pickup

1980

Plymouth

Arrow Pickup

1981

Plymouth

Arrow Pickup

1982

Plymouth

Arrow Pickup

1958

Pontiac

Bonneville

Station Wagon

1959

Pontiac

Bonneville

Station Wagon

1960

Pontiac

Bonneville

Station Wagon

1967

Toyota

Corona

BASE

1968

Toyota

Corona

BASE

1969

Toyota

Corona

BASE

1970

Toyota

Corona

BASE

1972

Toyota

Corona

MARK II; Station Wagon

1973

Toyota

Corona

MARK II; Station Wagon

1974

Toyota

Corona

Station Wagon

1975

Toyota

Corona

Station Wagon

1976

Toyota

Corona

Station Wagon

1977

Toyota

Corona

Station Wagon

1978

Toyota

Corona

Station Wagon

1972

Toyota

Mark II

Station Wagon

1973

Toyota

Mark II

Station Wagon

1974

Toyota

Mark II

Station Wagon

1975

Toyota

Mark II

Station Wagon

1976

Toyota

Mark II

Station Wagon

1982

Toyota

Pickup

2.2L, 2.4L; Rear Wheel Drive

1983

Toyota

Pickup

2.2L, 2.4L; Rear Wheel Drive

1984

Toyota

Pickup

2.4L; Rear Wheel Drive

1985

Toyota

Pickup

BASE, DLX, SR5, SR5 TURBO; Rear Wheel Drive

1986

Toyota

Pickup

BASE, DLX, SR5, SR5 TURBO; Rear Wheel Drive

1987

Toyota

Pickup

BASE, DLX, SR5, SR5 TURBO; Rear Wheel Drive

1988

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1989

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1990

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1994

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1995

Toyota

Pickup

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Toyota

T100

BASE, SR5; Rear Wheel Drive

1994

Toyota

T100

BASE, DX, SR5; Rear Wheel Drive

1995

Toyota

T100

BASE, DX, SR5; Regular Cab; Rear Wheel Drive

1996

Toyota

T100

BASE, DLX, SR5; Regular Cab; Rear Wheel Drive

1997

Toyota

T100

BASE, DLX; Regular Cab; Rear Wheel Drive

1998

Toyota

T100

BASE; Regular Cab; Rear Wheel Drive

### FAQ

**Will this fit my vehicle?**  
Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the compatibility table above before purchase.

**What part number is this?**  
The listed part number is 344044.

**Is this product designed for direct replacement?**  
Yes. This product is intended to match the compatible vehicle applications listed in the fitment table.

**Should I confirm fitment before ordering?**  
Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the fitment table before ordering.

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## Details

- **Price:** 97.22 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube
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## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 97.22 CAD | In stock |

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- KYB 344044 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1972–1982 Chevrolet LUV

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