{"product_id":"kyb-stock-height-rear-shocks-4wd-1979-95-pickup","title":"KYB Stock Ride Height Rear Shock Absorber | 4WD (1979-95 Pickup)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Stock Ride Height Rear Shock Absorber | 4WD (1979-95 Pickup)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 1979–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD models with stock-height rear suspension. Select the model years, ride preference, and single or pair quantity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore rear suspension ride control on a classic Toyota Pickup with a KYB gas-charged rear shock. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eExcel-G Factory Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e for original-style ride characteristics or \u003cstrong\u003eGas-a-Just Firmer Control\u003c\/strong\u003e for a more responsive feel. Both options suit factory-height rear suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe correct rear shock changes between the 1979–1983 and 1984–1995 Pickup applications. Select your model-year range before choosing damping character and quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas-charged twin-tube design for factory-style ride comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Gas-a-Just:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-pressure monotube design for firmer, more responsive damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory ride height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original-height 4WD rear suspension applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear left or right:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchase a single rear shock or matching rear pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinct 1979–1983 and 1984–1995 year ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 Toyota Pickup — 1st Gen — 4WD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select 1979–1983.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1988 Toyota Pickup — 2nd Gen — 4WD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select 1984–1995.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1989–1995 Toyota Pickup — 3rd Gen — 4WD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select 1984–1995.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor U.S.-market Pickup 4WD models with standard factory rear suspension and mounting locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickup 4WD rear suspension only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Does not fit Pickup 2WD or Toyota 4Runner rear applications. The 1979–1983 and 1984–1995 shocks have distinct vehicle-specific configurations and should not be treated as interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock ride height required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifted, lowered or modified suspension setups may need different shock travel or mounts. \u003cstrong\u003eGas-a-Just adds damping control, not vehicle payload capacity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e KYB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rear left or right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRide height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stock\/factory height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcel-G:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas-charged twin-tube, non-adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas-a-Just:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-pressure gas monotube, non-adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single shock (1) or rear pair (2 matching shocks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich Rear Shock Should You Buy?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G — Best for Factory-Style Comfort \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose KYB Excel-G if your Toyota Pickup is at factory ride height and you want an affordable replacement with original-style ride comfort. Its gas-charged twin-tube design emphasizes comfortable, predictable damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Gas-a-Just — Best for Firmer Control on a Budget\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose KYB Gas-a-Just if you prefer a firmer, more responsive rear shock without stepping up to Bilstein. Its high-pressure gas monotube design may feel firmer with an unloaded bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/bilstein-stock-ride-height-b6-4600-rear-shock-1979-95-pickup\"\u003eBilstein B6 4600\u003c\/a\u003e — Best for Overall Stock-Height Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose Bilstein B6 4600 if you want more controlled rear suspension damping at factory ride height. Its high-pressure monotube design and digressive valving deliver a firmer, more controlled response for daily driving, highway travel, occasional towing, and light off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/arb-ome-nitrocharger-plus-rear-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\u003cp\u003eChoose Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus if your Pickup has a matched OME suspension system, regularly travels rough terrain, or carries permanent additional equipment. Its heavy-duty gas-charged twin-tube design offers Medium and Heavy damping choices suited to different normal rear loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e For most Toyota Pickup owners maintaining factory rear ride height, \u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B6 4600 is our preferred all-around choice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G\u003c\/strong\u003e for factory-style comfort and affordability, or \u003cstrong\u003eKYB Gas-a-Just\u003c\/strong\u003e for a firmer budget-friendly alternative. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eOld Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e when a matched suspension setup or permanent added weight calls for OME-specific damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Rear Fitment Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e KYB Excel-G, KYB Gas-a-Just, and Bilstein B6 4600 are intended for factory-height rear suspension. Old Man Emu rear shocks must match the installed rear springs, normal vehicle load, mounting configuration, and available shock travel. Shock absorbers themselves do not create suspension lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes: (1) KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber for the selected years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(2) matching KYB Excel-G rear shock absorbers for the selected years\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes: (1) KYB Gas-a-Just rear shock absorber for the selected years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(2) matching KYB Gas-a-Just rear shock absorbers for the selected years\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1995 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes: (1) KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber for the selected years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1995 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(2) matching KYB Excel-G rear shock absorbers for the selected years\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1995 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes: (1) KYB Gas-a-Just rear shock absorber for the selected years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1995 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e(2) matching KYB Gas-a-Just rear shock absorbers for the selected years\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"1979–1983 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Single","offer_id":67670194749749,"sku":"1352","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1979–1983 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Pair","offer_id":67670194782517,"sku":"1353","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1979–1983 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Single","offer_id":67670194815285,"sku":"1354","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1979–1983 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Pair","offer_id":67670194848053,"sku":"1355","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1984–1995 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Single","offer_id":67670194880821,"sku":"1356","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1984–1995 \/ Factory Comfort — Excel-G \/ Pair","offer_id":67670194913589,"sku":"1357","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1984–1995 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Single","offer_id":67670194946357,"sku":"1358","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1984–1995 \/ Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just \/ Pair","offer_id":67670194979125,"sku":"1359","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6005\/8421\/files\/KYBExcel-GShockAbsorberProductPhoto.png?v=1791667201","url":"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/kyb-stock-height-rear-shocks-4wd-1979-95-pickup","provider":"Preserve Rad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}