KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut 334189 for 1998–2001 Subaru Forester

Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is 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. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

• Protect your new struts from dirt, debris and salt with a KYB Strut Boot, part number: SB103

Restore the original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change responsiveness, and handling of your Subaru Forester with the KYB Excel-G front right strut. Designed as an OE replacement, the Excel-G is built on the same KYB assembly lines and uses the same quality components supplied to vehicle manufacturers. Its calibration is engineered to restore the vehicle’s original performance rather than significantly alter it, making it a dependable choice for professional installation and everyday driving.

The KYB Excel-G features a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that helps reduce aeration and maintain consistent damping performance. Every major component is selected to meet KYB’s high standards for durability and dependable operation. As an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) product, the KYB Excel-G is designed to provide a precise fit and factory-style performance when replacing a worn or damaged front right strut.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data:

• Brand: KYB
• Part Number: 334189
• Product Series: Excel-G
• Position: Front right
• Strut Type: Complete replacement strut assembly component
• Design: Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube
• Application: Automotive suspension replacement
• Replacement Purpose: Restores original ride control and handling characteristics

What's Included: One KYB Excel-G front right strut. KYB recommends protecting new struts from dirt, debris, and road salt with a KYB Strut Boot, part number SB103, when applicable.

Fitment: Fits select 1998–2001 Subaru Forester applications. Verify vehicle trim, suspension configuration, and installation position before ordering.

Features:

• OE-calibrated performance: Designed to restore the vehicle’s original handling, stability, and ride-control characteristics.
• Nitrogen gas charged: Helps reduce aeration for more consistent damping performance.
• Twin-tube construction: Provides a durable design suited for dependable everyday suspension operation.
• OEA quality: Built using KYB quality components and manufacturing standards developed for original-equipment applications.

Fitments:
1998 Subaru Forester Base
1998 Subaru Forester L
1998 Subaru Forester S
1999 Subaru Forester Base
1999 Subaru Forester L
1999 Subaru Forester S
2000 Subaru Forester Base
2000 Subaru Forester L
2000 Subaru Forester S
2001 Subaru Forester Base
2001 Subaru Forester L
2001 Subaru Forester S
2002 Subaru Forester Base
2002 Subaru Forester L
2002 Subaru Forester S

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Unknown
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1