# KYB 345601 KYB Gas Shock Absorber for 1989–1996 Chevrolet W6 Tilt CAB

### Performance Overview

Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicleâ€™s Ride Control; stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks & Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicleâ€™s 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.

### Key Features

-   KYB recommended OEM replacement shock for Heavy Duty Trucks and Commercial Vehicles
-   Specifically calibrated to help restore original capabilities
-   Uses a seamless working cylinder matched with a Teflon coated piston band for a positive seal and longer life
-   Triple chrome plated piston rod and multi-lip oil seals that reduce wear
-   Solid seamless mounting eye rings and bolt bushings to eliminate rattles
-   Engineered to help vehicles with electronic safety systems (ESC, ABS, etc.)
-   KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry
-   minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions
-   Adjustable: No
-   Body Diameter: 50.8 mm
-   Boot Included: N/A
-   Coil Over Springs Included: No
-   Compressed Length: 12.850 in
-   Design: Twin Tube
-   Dust Shield: Yes
-   Extended Length: 21.390 in
-   Gas Charged: Yes
-   Lower Mount Type: Stud
-   Manufacturer Part Number: 345601
-   Shock Absorber Type: Gas
-   Shock Dust Shield: Yes
-   Stroke Length: 8.54 in
-   Upper Mount Type: Stud
-   VMRS Code: 16003000

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

1989

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1990

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1991

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1992

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1993

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1994

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1995

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1996

Chevrolet

W6 Tilt CAB

1989

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1990

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1991

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1992

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1993

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1994

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1995

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1996

GMC

W6 Tilt CAB

1986

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1987

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1988

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1989

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1990

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1991

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1992

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1993

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1994

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1995

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1996

GMC

W7 Tilt CAB

1989

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1990

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1991

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1992

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1993

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1994

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1995

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1996

Isuzu

FSR Tilt CAB

1987

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1988

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1989

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1990

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1991

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1992

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1993

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1994

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1995

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1996

Isuzu

FTR Tilt CAB

1988

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1989

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1990

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1991

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1992

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1993

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1994

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1995

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

1996

Isuzu

FVR Tilt CAB

### 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 345601.

**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:** 115.76 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Shock Absorber
- **Tags:** 1986–1996 GMC W7 Tilt CAB, 1987–1996 Isuzu FTR Tilt CAB, 1988–1996 Isuzu FVR Tilt CAB, 1989–1996 Chevrolet W6 Tilt CAB, 1989–1996 GMC W6 Tilt CAB, 1989–1996 Isuzu FSR Tilt CAB, 345601, Gas Charged, KYB, OE Replacement, Shock Absorber, Suspension

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 115.76 CAD | In stock |

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> Source: [Standard Auto Part](www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-shock-absorber-345601)
> Updated: 2026-06-19
