# KYB 343161 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1978–1981 Ford Fairmont

### 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

1978

Ford

Fairmont

1979

Ford

Fairmont

1980

Ford

Fairmont

1981

Ford

Fairmont

1979

Ford

Mustang

1980

Ford

Mustang

1981

Ford

Mustang

1982

Ford

Mustang

GT

1983

Ford

Mustang

GT, Turbo GT

1984

Ford

Mustang

GT, GT-350 20th Anniversary, SVO

1985

Ford

Mustang

GT, SVO

1986

Ford

Mustang

GT, SVO

1987

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX; 5.0L

1988

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX; 5.0L

1989

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX; 5.0L

1990

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX; 5.0L

1991

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX; 5.0L

1992

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX; 5.0L

1993

Ford

Mustang

GT, LX, SVT COBRA; 5.0L

1979

Mercury

Capri

1980

Mercury

Capri

1981

Mercury

Capri

1983

Mercury

Capri

1984

Mercury

Capri

1985

Mercury

Capri

1986

Mercury

Capri

1978

Mercury

Zephyr

1979

Mercury

Zephyr

1980

Mercury

Zephyr

1981

Mercury

Zephyr

### 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 343161.

**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:** 83.43 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube
- **Tags:** 1978–1981 Ford Fairmont, 1978–1981 Mercury Zephyr, 1979–1981 Ford Mustang, 1979–1981 Mercury Capri, 1982 Ford Mustang, 1983 Ford Mustang, 1983–1986 Mercury Capri, 1984 Ford Mustang, 1985–1986 Ford Mustang, 1987–1992 Ford Mustang, 1993 Ford Mustang, 343161, Gas Charged, Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube, KYB, OE Replacement, Suspension, Twin-Tube

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 83.43 CAD | In stock |

## Images

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> Updated: 2026-07-17