# KYB 343147 KYB Excel G gas shock absorber for 1976–1987 Chevrolet Chevette

### Performance Overview

Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicle’s 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 vehicle’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 and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

### Key Features

-   KYB recommended OEM replacement shock for classic, domestic cars
-   The KYB Excel-G helps restore the designed control and handling of your vehicle
-   The KYB Excel-G uses a triple lip fluid seal to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out
-   Vehicle specific, hand assembled in-house damping valves correctly manage tire contact, steering response and body movement
-   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.
-   KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry
-   minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions
-   Adjustable: No
-   Bearing Plate Included: No
-   Body Diameter: 38.6 mm
-   Boot Included: N/A
-   Coil Over Springs Included: No
-   Compressed Length: 12.2 in
-   Dust Shield: Yes
-   Extended Length: 20.67 in
-   Gas Charged: Yes
-   Lower Mount Type: Eyelet
-   Lower Mounting Isolator Included: No
-   Manufacturer Part Number: 343147
-   Stroke Length: 8.46 in
-   Upper Mount Type: Stud
-   Upper Mounting Isolator Included: No
-   VMRS Code: 16003000

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

1976

Chevrolet

Chevette

1977

Chevrolet

Chevette

1978

Chevrolet

Chevette

1979

Chevrolet

Chevette

1980

Chevrolet

Chevette

1981

Chevrolet

Chevette

1982

Chevrolet

Chevette

1983

Chevrolet

Chevette

1984

Chevrolet

Chevette

1985

Chevrolet

Chevette

1986

Chevrolet

Chevette

1987

Chevrolet

Chevette

1976

Pontiac

Acadian

1977

Pontiac

Acadian

1978

Pontiac

Acadian

1979

Pontiac

Acadian

1980

Pontiac

Acadian

1981

Pontiac

Acadian

1982

Pontiac

Acadian

1983

Pontiac

Acadian

1984

Pontiac

Acadian

1985

Pontiac

Acadian

1986

Pontiac

Acadian

1987

Pontiac

Acadian

1981

Pontiac

T 1000

1982

Pontiac

T 1000

1983

Pontiac

T 1000

1984

Pontiac

T 1000

1985

Pontiac

T 1000

1986

Pontiac

T 1000

1987

Pontiac

T 1000

1975

Toyota

Corolla

1976

Toyota

Corolla

1977

Toyota

Corolla

1978

Toyota

Corolla

1979

Toyota

Corolla

1965

Toyota

Corona

1966

Toyota

Corona

1967

Toyota

Corona

1968

Toyota

Corona

1969

Toyota

Corona

1970

Toyota

Corona

1971

Toyota

Corona

1972

Toyota

Corona

1973

Toyota

Corona

1972

Toyota

Corona MK II

1973

Toyota

Corona MK II

1974

Toyota

Corona MK II

1975

Toyota

Corona MK II

1976

Toyota

Corona MK II

### 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 343147.

**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:** 68.18 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Shock Absorber
- **Tags:** 1965–1973 Toyota Corona, 1972–1976 Toyota Corona MK II, 1975–1979 Toyota Corolla, 1976–1987 Chevrolet Chevette, 1976–1987 Pontiac Acadian, 1981–1987 Pontiac T 1000, 343147, Gas Charged, KYB, OE Replacement, Shock Absorber, Suspension

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 68.18 CAD | In stock |

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> Source: [Standard Auto Part](www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-shock-absorber-343147)
> Updated: 2026-06-19
