KYB Excel-G Front Shock Absorber for 1979–1980 Mazda RX-7 – Part Number 363003

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.

• KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry; minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions

Restore the original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change responsiveness, and handling of your classic Mazda RX-7 with the KYB Excel-G front shock absorber, part number 363003. Designed as an original-equipment replacement, this nitrogen gas-charged shock uses KYB OE-quality components and calibration to help return the vehicle to its intended performance without changing its factory driving characteristics.

KYB supplies shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers worldwide, and the Excel-G is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using comparable quality standards. Its twin-tube design supports consistent damping performance, while the robust shock body and mounting bracket help minimize flex and maintain proper suspension alignment under changing driving conditions. This makes the Excel-G a preferred replacement choice for professional technicians and drivers seeking dependable suspension performance.

Key Features and Performance Benefits

• Original-equipment replacement design: Helps restore the Mazda RX-7’s factory ride control and handling characteristics.
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube construction: Helps reduce aeration and maintain consistent damping performance.
• OE-quality components and calibration: Engineered to match the vehicle’s original suspension requirements.
• Heavy-duty shock body and bracket: Helps minimize flex and support correct alignment during driving.

Key Product Specifications and Technical Data

• Brand: KYB
• Product line: Excel-G
• Part number: 363003
• Component type: Front shock absorber
• Construction: Twin-tube
• Charging method: Nitrogen gas-charged
• Vehicle position: Front
• Application: Automotive suspension replacement

What's Included

• One KYB Excel-G front shock absorber

Fitment

Fits 1979–1980 Mazda RX-7 applications. Confirm vehicle year, position, and suspension configuration before ordering.

Fitments:
1979 Mazda RX-7 GS
1979 Mazda RX-7 S
1980 Mazda RX-7 GS
1980 Mazda RX-7 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