KYB349024 Excel-G Gas Shock

Had my oil changed at service center, asked them to rotate tires. They wouldn't rotate because, they said, I needed to replace rear shocks. Said they would do it for only$655.04 plus tax. Stopped by auto parts store on way home and bought 2 rear shocks (Monroe) at $179.00 for pair. Looked up exact same brand and part # shock on Amazon for like $77.00 for pair but this pair of Monroes said "made in China". The Auto Parts store shocks said Made in America - at over twice Amazon Price. I avoid buying anything made in China, but Amazon as well as almost any distributor is reluctant to state "country of origin" up front in their product details. After a little research I found KYB shocks (recommended to be slightly better than Monroes). Amazon detailed the KYBs as Made in Japan. Well, I thought, Toyotas are made by Japan, and they are one of our few remaining allies, and KYB shocks are made there (and dozens of other countries) so I purchased the KYBs. Turns out my particular shocks were actually made in Mexico - as was my Toyota RAV4 - and KYB are considered the stock shock for my vehicle. Shocks arrived a full week ahead of scheduled delivery date. They were as easy to install as shocks are - which is a lot of work. But I got them installed and the car unjacked in 4 hrs total - thats 3 hours for the first one and one hour for the second one. I paid Amazon $156.85 for my KYB shocks and a $12.83 ratching adjustable angle end wrench. So, I kept $498.19 difference( between the auto service shop and Amazon) in my pocket, and the shocks seem OK. If you are physically able to do job yourself - avoid the service shops, and any products "made in China" Buy USA made, or at least made in a country somewhat friendly to us. Amazon - Please state where your products are made.

Half the price of Toyota dealer parts and really smooth out the ride!

I've always used KYB and the results are evident; in this instance, one of the rear shocks of my wife's RAV4 went bad and in turn, it ruined one of the rear tires. Upon replacing the rear shocks and tires, the ride improved dramatically and the ride is much quieter. The installation for the 2018 RAV4 wasn't difficult but the accessibility of the upper portion of the shocks is minimal at best. The installation of the front struts is straightforward; the ride improvement is excellent.

Best shocks for my 2006 RAV 4.

Legit kyb shocks, replaced the almost 80k oem toyota shock on my rav4. It no longer bottoms out or bounces more than once. Got 2 for less than what the local parts stores wanted for 1!!! No bull, not paid or given anything for a review. Just very happy with the price and quick shipping

Shocks are made in Japan and were a perfect fit for a 2016 Rav4 Hybrid.

I recently did some front and back end work on my car. I also installed rear shocks. Now my old jalopy drives like a sports car!!! I do have some bad roads to traverse and my car isn't bouncing around like it was before the installation. I was told to buy these shocks by my mechanic. He did mention that they may be a bit pricy but it's a good product. I agree.

Works great, easy to install, perfect fit.As someone with little car experience, I decided to replace my own shocks and this part meets all the requirements.Great Part, 5 Stars