KYB Stock Ride Height Rear Shock | 2WD (1979-95 Pickup)

KYB Stock Ride Height Rear Shock Absorber

For 1979–1995 Toyota Pickup 2WD with stock-height rear suspension

Overview

Choose the KYB rear shock that best matches how you want your Toyota Pickup to drive. Excel-G uses a nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design for factory-style ride comfort and control, while Gas-a-Just uses a high-pressure monotube design for firmer response and added stability.

Rear-shock applications differ by model year and, on later trucks, by standard or 1-ton configuration. Select the correct Vehicle Fitment option before choosing ride preference and quantity; these application groups use different shock dimensions and are not interchangeable.

Key Features

• Two ride preferences: factory-style Excel-G comfort or firmer Gas-a-Just control
• Stock-height fitment: designed for factory-height rear suspension
• Application-specific sizing: separate year and truck-class selections match the supported Toyota Pickup 2WD applications
• Position: rear left or right
• Quantity choice: order one shock or a matching rear pair
• Mounting layout: upper eye and lower eye

Vehicle Fitment

Select the option matching your model year and truck class.

Toyota Pickup — 1st Gen — 2WD

• 1979–1981: Gasoline models
• 1982–1983: Gasoline or diesel models

Toyota Pickup — 2nd Gen — 2WD

• 1984: Gasoline or diesel models
• 1985–1987: Standard / Non-1-Ton or 1-Ton models
• 1988: Standard / Non-1-Ton or 1-Ton models

Toyota Pickup — 3rd Gen — 2WD

• 1989–1995: Standard / Non-1-Ton or 1-Ton models

Supported engines: 20R, 22R, 22RE, 22R-TE, 3VZ-E, L and 2L in supported factory combinations

Transmission: Automatic or manual in supported factory combinations

Important: 1985–1987 LN-series diesel models are excluded from the Standard / Non-1-Ton selection.

Fitment Notes

• Vehicle Fitment selection: choose the option matching model year and, where listed, standard/non-1-ton or 1-ton configuration
• 1985–1987 diesel exclusion: LN-series diesel applications are not included in the Standard / Non-1-Ton option
• Not for: 4WD Pickup, 4Runner, motorhome chassis, or suspension-converted trucks
• Axle position: one shock is required per rear side
• Ride height: designed for stock-height rear suspension; not intended for lifted or lowered trucks
• Load rating: changing shock style does not increase the truck's rated payload or towing capacity
• Complete the stock-height suspension refresh with the matching KYB front shock listing.

Product Specifications

Brand: KYB
Series: Excel-G / Gas-a-Just
Product Type: Rear Shock Absorber
Position: Rear
Design: Twin Tube / Monotube
Gas Charged: Yes
Damping Adjustability: Non-Adjustable
Upper Mount: Eye
Lower Mount: Eye
Ride Height: Stock
Rear Suspension: Leaf Spring
Drivetrain: 2WD

Which Front Shock Should You Buy?

KYB Excel-G — Best for Factory-Style Comfort & Value

Choose Excel-G when you want an OE-style ride and straightforward value for normal street use.

KYB Gas-a-Just — Best for Firmer Control on a Budget

Choose Gas-a-Just for a firmer monotube response at a lower price point than Bilstein.

Bilstein B6 4600 — Best for Overall Stock-Height Performance

Choose B6 4600 for strong body control, fade-resistant monotube consistency, and balanced everyday ride quality.

Our Recommendation: For most stock-height Toyota Pickup owners, Bilstein B6 4600 is our preferred all-around choice. Choose KYB Excel-G for comfort and value or KYB Gas-a-Just for firmer budget-friendly control.

Available Configurations

Choose your preferred configuration using the available product options.

1. Vehicle Fitment

• 1979–1981: Toyota Pickup 2WD
• 1982–1983: Toyota Pickup 2WD
• 1984–1995 — Standard / Non-1-Ton: standard and non-1-ton Toyota Pickup 2WD applications
• 1985–1989 — 1-Ton: Toyota Pickup 2WD 1-ton applications
• 1990–1995 — 1-Ton: Toyota Pickup 2WD 1-ton applications

2. Ride Preference

• Factory Comfort — Excel-G: twin-tube rear shock for a smooth, factory-style ride
• Firmer Control — Gas-a-Just: monotube rear shock for a firmer, more controlled ride

3. Quantity

• Single: includes (1) rear shock absorber
• Pair: includes (2) matching rear shock absorbers