# KYB 344081 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1985–2005 Chevrolet Astro

### 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

1985

Chevrolet

Astro

1986

Chevrolet

Astro

1987

Chevrolet

Astro

1988

Chevrolet

Astro

1989

Chevrolet

Astro

1990

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1994

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1995

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1996

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1997

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1998

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1999

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

2000

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

2001

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

2002

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

2003

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

2004

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

2005

Chevrolet

Astro

Rear Wheel Drive

1971

Chevrolet

BEL AIR

1972

Chevrolet

BEL AIR

1973

Chevrolet

BEL AIR

1974

Chevrolet

BEL AIR

1975

Chevrolet

BEL AIR

1981

Chevrolet

BEL AIR

1971

Chevrolet

Biscayne

1972

Chevrolet

Biscayne

1971

Chevrolet

Caprice

1972

Chevrolet

Caprice

1973

Chevrolet

Caprice

1974

Chevrolet

Caprice

1975

Chevrolet

Caprice

1976

Chevrolet

Caprice

1977

Chevrolet

Caprice

1978

Chevrolet

Caprice

1979

Chevrolet

Caprice

1980

Chevrolet

Caprice

1981

Chevrolet

Caprice

1982

Chevrolet

Caprice

1983

Chevrolet

Caprice

1984

Chevrolet

Caprice

1985

Chevrolet

Caprice

1986

Chevrolet

Caprice

1987

Chevrolet

Caprice

1988

Chevrolet

Caprice

1989

Chevrolet

Caprice

1990

Chevrolet

Caprice

1991

Chevrolet

Caprice

1992

Chevrolet

Caprice

1993

Chevrolet

Caprice

1994

Chevrolet

Caprice

1995

Chevrolet

Caprice

1996

Chevrolet

Caprice

1971

Chevrolet

Impala

1972

Chevrolet

Impala

1973

Chevrolet

Impala

1974

Chevrolet

Impala

1975

Chevrolet

Impala

1976

Chevrolet

Impala

1977

Chevrolet

Impala

1978

Chevrolet

Impala

1979

Chevrolet

Impala

1980

Chevrolet

Impala

1981

Chevrolet

Impala

1982

Chevrolet

Impala

1983

Chevrolet

Impala

1984

Chevrolet

Impala

1985

Chevrolet

Impala

1994

Chevrolet

Impala

1995

Chevrolet

Impala

1996

Chevrolet

Impala

1997

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

1998

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

1999

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

2000

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

2001

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

2002

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

2003

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

2004

Dodge

Dakota

Rear Wheel Drive

1999

Dodge

Durango

Rear Wheel Drive

2000

Dodge

Durango

Rear Wheel Drive

2001

Dodge

Durango

Rear Wheel Drive

2002

Dodge

Durango

Rear Wheel Drive

2003

Dodge

Durango

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

Ford

Crown Victoria

Touring Sedan

1993

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1994

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1995

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1996

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1997

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1998

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1999

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

2000

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

2001

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

2002

Ford

Crown Victoria

POLICE INTERCEPTOR

1983

Ford

LTD

Crown Victoria

1984

Ford

LTD

Crown Victoria

1985

Ford

LTD

Crown Victoria

1986

Ford

LTD

Crown Victoria, Crown Victoria LX

1985

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1986

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1987

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1988

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1989

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1990

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1991

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1992

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1993

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1994

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1995

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1996

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1997

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1998

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1999

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

2000

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

2001

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

2002

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

2003

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

2004

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

2005

GMC

Safari

Rear Wheel Drive

1983

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1984

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1985

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1986

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1987

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1988

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1989

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1990

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1991

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1992

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1993

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1994

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1995

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1996

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1997

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1998

Mercury

Grand Marquis

1999

Mercury

Grand Marquis

2000

Mercury

Grand Marquis

2001

Mercury

Grand Marquis

2002

Mercury

Grand Marquis

### 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 344081.

**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:** 88.86 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube
- **Tags:** 1971–1972 Chevrolet Biscayne, 1971–1975 Chevrolet BEL AIR, 1971–1985 Chevrolet Impala, 1971–1996 Chevrolet Caprice, 1981 Chevrolet BEL AIR, 1983–1985 Ford LTD, 1983–2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1985–1989 Chevrolet Astro, 1985–2005 GMC Safari, 1986 Ford LTD, 1990–2005 Chevrolet Astro, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria, 1993–2002 Ford Crown Victoria, 1994–1996 Chevrolet Impala, 1997–2004 Dodge Dakota, 1999–2003 Dodge Durango, 344081, Gas Charged, Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube, KYB, OE Replacement, Suspension, Twin-Tube

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 88.86 CAD | In stock |

## Images

- KYB 344081 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 1985–2005 Chevrolet Astro

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> Updated: 2026-07-17
