{"product_id":"kyb-excel-g-front-shock-stock-height-1979-95-pickup-4wd","title":"KYB Excel-G Stock Ride Height Front Shock | 4WD (1979-95 Pickup)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Stock Height Front Shock\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 1979–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD at factory \/ stock suspension ride height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G Front Shock\u003c\/strong\u003e is a nitrogen-gas-charged, twin-tube replacement designed to restore stock-style ride comfort and suspension control. It replaces the left or right front shock on factory-height Toyota Pickup 4WD models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1979–1985 factory solid-front-axle\u003c\/strong\u003e application uses a longer shock and a different lower mount than the \u003cstrong\u003e1986–1995 independent front suspension (IFS)\u003c\/strong\u003e application. Choose the correct Year Range for the original front suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock-height shock\u003c\/strong\u003e for factory front mounting locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen-gas-charged twin-tube design\u003c\/strong\u003e for original-style damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-specific compression and rebound valving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-lip fluid seal and chrome-plated piston rod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-adjustable shock\u003c\/strong\u003e without an external reservoir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable individually or as a \u003cstrong\u003epair for both front sides\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication-Specific Shock Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1985 Pickup 4WD — Solid Front Axle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.73 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.24 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Travel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.50 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 mm eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1986–1995 Pickup 4WD — Independent Front Suspension (IFS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.70 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.09 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Travel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.61 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 mm eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll applications: Toyota Pickup 4WD, stock-height front suspension.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1979–1983 Toyota Pickup – 1st Gen – 4WD – Solid Front Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1984–1985 Toyota Pickup – 2nd Gen – 4WD – Solid Front Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1986–1988 Toyota Pickup – 2nd Gen – 4WD – Independent Front Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1989–1995 Toyota Pickup – 3rd Gen – 4WD – Independent Front Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4WD Toyota Pickup models only; does not fit 2WD models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 1979–1985 solid-front-axle and 1986–1995 IFS shock applications are not interchangeable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory \/ stock suspension height only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not designed as a dedicated lift or long-travel shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes not cover solid-axle conversions on IFS trucks, lowered or lifted suspension, or relocated shock mounts. Modified vehicles require comparison with actual shock lengths and installed mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit Toyota Tacoma, including 1995 Tacoma.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e KYB Excel-G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen-gas-charged twin-tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRide Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory \/ Stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front left or right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4WD only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Required Per Vehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich Front Shock Should You Buy?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G — Best for Factory-Style Comfort \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose KYB Excel-G if your Toyota Pickup is at stock ride height and you want an affordable replacement that restores original-style ride comfort and handling. Its nitrogen-gas-charged twin-tube design focuses on factory-like damping rather than a firmer performance-oriented feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/bilstein-stock-ride-height-b6-4600-front-shock-1979-95-pickup\"\u003eBilstein B6 4600\u003c\/a\u003e — Best for Overall Stock-Height Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Bilstein B6 4600 if you want an upgrade in suspension control while maintaining factory ride height. Its high-pressure monotube construction and digressive valving provide a firmer, more controlled response, making it an excellent choice for daily driving, highway travel, towing, and occasional off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/arb-ome-nitrocharger-plus-front-shock-4wd-1979-95-pickup\"\u003eARB \/ Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus\u003c\/a\u003e — Best for OME Suspension Builds \u0026amp; Demanding Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus if your Pickup uses a matched OME suspension system, regularly travels rough terrain, or carries additional permanent equipment. Its heavy-duty, gas-charged twin-tube design features vehicle-specific damping developed for different loads and suspension configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e For most Toyota Pickup owners maintaining factory ride height, \u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B6 4600 is our preferred all-around choice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G\u003c\/strong\u003e if factory-style comfort and affordability are your priorities. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eOld Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e when your suspension setup and driving conditions call for its OME-specific damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Fitment Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e For 1979–1985 solid-front-axle Pickups, the Old Man Emu option is intended for matched OME front leaf springs with approximately 2 inches of lift—not a standard stock-height replacement. For 1986–1995 IFS Pickups, the Old Man Emu option supports stock height through approximately 2 inches of front lift when properly configured. The KYB Excel-G and Bilstein B6 4600 options listed here are intended for factory ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979-1985 \/ Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(1) front KYB Excel-G shock absorber for the factory solid front axle configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979-1985 \/ Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(2) front KYB Excel-G shock absorbers for the factory solid front axle configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1986-1995 \/ Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(1) front KYB Excel-G shock absorber for the factory independent front suspension configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1986-1995 \/ Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(2) front KYB Excel-G shock absorbers for the factory independent front suspension configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower mounting fasteners are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"1979-1985 \/ Single","offer_id":67669730558261,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1979-1985 \/ Pair","offer_id":67669730591029,"sku":null,"price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1986-1995 \/ Single","offer_id":67627744297269,"sku":"1272","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1986-1995 \/ Pair","offer_id":67627744330037,"sku":"1273","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6005\/8421\/files\/KYBExcel-GShockAbsorberSet.png?v=1791252351","url":"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/kyb-excel-g-front-shock-stock-height-1979-95-pickup-4wd","provider":"Preserve Rad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}