# KYB 343144 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1952–1977 Volkswagen Beetle ### 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 1952 Volkswagen Beetle 1953 Volkswagen Beetle 1954 Volkswagen Beetle 1955 Volkswagen Beetle 1956 Volkswagen Beetle 1957 Volkswagen Beetle 1958 Volkswagen Beetle 1959 Volkswagen Beetle 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1961 Volkswagen Beetle 1962 Volkswagen Beetle 1963 Volkswagen Beetle 1964 Volkswagen Beetle 1965 Volkswagen Beetle 1966 Volkswagen Beetle 1.2L, 1.3L 1967 Volkswagen Beetle 1968 Volkswagen Beetle 1969 Volkswagen Beetle 1970 Volkswagen Beetle 1971 Volkswagen Beetle 1972 Volkswagen Beetle 1973 Volkswagen Beetle 1974 Volkswagen Beetle 1975 Volkswagen Beetle 1976 Volkswagen Beetle 1977 Volkswagen Beetle 1968 Volkswagen Campmobile 1969 Volkswagen Campmobile 1970 Volkswagen Campmobile 1971 Volkswagen Campmobile 1972 Volkswagen Campmobile 1973 Volkswagen Campmobile 1974 Volkswagen Campmobile 1966 Volkswagen Fastback 1967 Volkswagen Fastback 1968 Volkswagen Fastback 1969 Volkswagen Fastback 1970 Volkswagen Fastback 1971 Volkswagen Fastback 1972 Volkswagen Fastback 1973 Volkswagen Fastback 1955 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1956 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1957 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1958 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1959 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1960 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1962 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1.3L 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1966 Volkswagen Squareback 1967 Volkswagen Squareback 1968 Volkswagen Squareback 1969 Volkswagen Squareback 1970 Volkswagen Squareback 1971 Volkswagen Squareback 1972 Volkswagen Squareback 1973 Volkswagen Squareback 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1975 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1976 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1977 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1980 Volkswagen Super Beetle 1973 Volkswagen Thing 1974 Volkswagen Thing 1955 Volkswagen Transporter 1956 Volkswagen Transporter 1957 Volkswagen Transporter 1958 Volkswagen Transporter 1959 Volkswagen Transporter 1960 Volkswagen Transporter 1961 Volkswagen Transporter 1962 Volkswagen Transporter 1963 Volkswagen Transporter 1964 Volkswagen Transporter 1965 Volkswagen Transporter 1966 Volkswagen Transporter 1967 Volkswagen Transporter 1968 Volkswagen Transporter 1969 Volkswagen Transporter 1970 Volkswagen Transporter 1971 Volkswagen Transporter 1972 Volkswagen Transporter 1973 Volkswagen Transporter 1974 Volkswagen Transporter 1975 Volkswagen Transporter 1976 Volkswagen Transporter 1977 Volkswagen Transporter 1978 Volkswagen Transporter 1979 Volkswagen Transporter ### 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 343144. **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. ### Common Searches - Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for Volkswagen Beetle - 343144 fitment - KYB Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube - 1952–1977 Volkswagen Beetle Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube - KYB 343144 replacement ## Details - **Price:** 64.4 CAD - **Vendor:** KYB - **Type:** Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube - **Tags:** 1952–1965 Volkswagen Beetle, 1955–1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1955–1979 Volkswagen Transporter, 1966 Volkswagen Beetle, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1966–1973 Volkswagen Fastback, 1966–1973 Volkswagen Squareback, 1967–1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, 1967–1977 Volkswagen Beetle, 1968–1974 Volkswagen Campmobile, 1971–1980 Volkswagen Super Beetle, 1973–1974 Volkswagen Thing, 343144, Gas Charged, Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube, KYB, OE Replacement, Suspension, Twin-Tube ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Default Title | 64.40 CAD | In stock | ## Images - KYB 343144 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1952–1977 Volkswagen Beetle --- > Source: [Standard Auto Part](www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-volkswagen-shock-absorber-343144) > Updated: 2026-06-19