# KYB KG6001A KYB Gas Shock Absorber for 1980–1989 Chevrolet B60 School BUS ### Performance Overview KYB Excel-G Shocks & Strutsare 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 theExcel-Gis 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. ### Key Features - Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicle’s Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. - Components and valving designed specifically for Heavy Duty trucks - Gas-a-Just monotubes include additional damping over OE design for vehicles that work, tow, and have larger, heavier tires & wheels - High pressure monotube design separates the gas and oil for fade free operation and instant response - Fluid leaking can be a cause of shock failure, the KYB Gas-a-just has an ultra-smooth triple chrome plated chrome piston rod to reduce seal wear - The higher gas pressure of the KYB Gas-a-Just responds quickly to improve steering response - Electronic safety systems depend on the suspension, brakes and tires operating as the vehicle manufacturer intended. The KYB Gas-a-just helps keep Electronic Safety Systems performing as designed. - Adjustable: No - Bearing Plate Included: No - Body Diameter: 51 mm - Boot Included: N/A - Coil Over Springs Included: No - Compressed Length: 14.41 in - Design: Monotube - Dust Shield: Yes - Extended Length: 22.87 in - Gas Charged: Yes - Lower Mount Type: Eyelet - Lower Mounting Isolator Included: No - Manufacturer Part Number: KG6001A - Stroke Length: 8.46 in - Upper Mount Type: Eyelet - Upper Mounting Isolator Included: No - VMRS Code: 16003000 ### Vehicle Fitment Table Year Make Model Position Fitment Precision Note 1980 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1981 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1982 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1983 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1984 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1985 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1986 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1987 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1988 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1989 Chevrolet B60 School BUS 1973 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1974 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1975 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1976 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1977 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1978 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1979 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1980 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1981 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1982 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1983 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1984 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1985 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1986 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1987 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1988 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1989 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck 1973 Chevrolet C60 1974 Chevrolet C60 1975 Chevrolet C60 1976 Chevrolet C60 1977 Chevrolet C60 1978 Chevrolet C60 1979 Chevrolet C60 1980 Chevrolet C60 1981 Chevrolet C60 1982 Chevrolet C60 1983 Chevrolet C60 1984 Chevrolet C60 1985 Chevrolet C60 1986 Chevrolet C60 1987 Chevrolet C60 1988 Chevrolet C60 1989 Chevrolet C60 1980 Chevrolet C70 1981 Chevrolet C70 1982 Chevrolet C70 1983 Chevrolet C70 1984 Chevrolet C70 1985 Chevrolet C70 1986 Chevrolet C70 1987 Chevrolet C70 1988 Chevrolet C70 1989 Chevrolet C70 1993 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON - VAN 1994 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON - VAN 1995 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON - VAN 1996 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON - VAN 1993 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON Sport VAN 1994 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON Sport VAN 1995 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON Sport VAN 1996 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON Sport VAN 1985 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1986 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1987 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1988 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1989 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1990 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1991 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1992 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1993 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1994 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1995 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1996 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1997 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1998 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1999 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN 1980 GMC B6000 School BUS 1981 GMC B6000 School BUS 1982 GMC B6000 School BUS 1983 GMC B6000 School BUS 1984 GMC B6000 School BUS 1985 GMC B6000 School BUS 1986 GMC B6000 School BUS 1987 GMC B6000 School BUS 1988 GMC B6000 School BUS 1989 GMC B6000 School BUS 1980 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1981 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1982 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1983 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1984 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1985 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1986 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1987 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1988 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1989 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck 1979 GMC C6000 1980 GMC C6000 1981 GMC C6000 1982 GMC C6000 1983 GMC C6000 1984 GMC C6000 1985 GMC C6000 1986 GMC C6000 1987 GMC C6000 1988 GMC C6000 1989 GMC C6000 1980 GMC C7000 1981 GMC C7000 1982 GMC C7000 1983 GMC C7000 1984 GMC C7000 1985 GMC C7000 1986 GMC C7000 1987 GMC C7000 1988 GMC C7000 1989 GMC C7000 1993 GMC G3500 1 TON - VAN 1994 GMC G3500 1 TON - VAN 1995 GMC G3500 1 TON - VAN 1996 GMC G3500 1 TON - VAN 1985 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1986 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1987 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1988 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1989 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1990 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1991 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1992 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1993 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1994 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1995 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1996 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1997 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1998 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1999 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN 1999 Workhorse P32 2000 Workhorse P32 ### 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 KG6001A. **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 - Shock Absorber for Chevrolet B60 School BUS - KG6001A fitment - KYB Shock Absorber - 1980–1989 Chevrolet B60 School BUS Shock Absorber - KYB KG6001A replacement ## Details - **Price:** 193.56 CAD - **Vendor:** KYB - **Type:** Shock Absorber - **Tags:** 1973–1989 Chevrolet C50 2 TON Truck, 1973–1989 Chevrolet C60, 1979–1989 GMC C6000, 1980–1989 Chevrolet B60 School BUS, 1980–1989 Chevrolet C70, 1980–1989 GMC B6000 School BUS, 1980–1989 GMC C5000 2 TON Truck, 1980–1989 GMC C7000, 1985–1999 Chevrolet P30 1 TON - Step VAN, 1985–1999 GMC P3500 1 TON - Step VAN, 1993–1996 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON - VAN, 1993–1996 Chevrolet G30/3500 1 TON Sport VAN, 1993–1996 GMC G3500 1 TON - VAN, 1999–2000 Workhorse P32, Gas Charged, KG6001A, KYB, OE Replacement, Shock Absorber, Suspension ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Default Title | 193.56 CAD | In stock | --- > Source: [Standard Auto Part](https://www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-shock-absorber-kg6001a) > Updated: 2026-07-06