{"product_id":"kyb-3450045-excel-g-rear-shock-ram-promaster","title":"KYB 14-21 RAM Promaster 2500\/3500 \/ 22-25 Promaster 2500\/3500 w\/ HD Susp. Excel-G Gas Shock - Rear","description":"\u003ch4\u003eFactory Feel Rear Ride Control For Promaster Vans\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G rear shock is built to OE specifications, giving Ram Promaster van owners a reliable factory feel replacement for worn rear shocks. KYB3450045 restores consistent ride quality whether the van is running empty or loaded with cargo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB3450045 uses OE spec valving for a factory ride feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas charged design reduces fade during extended driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on replacement, no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB3450045 maintains factory ride height and handling characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin tube design built to KYB manufacturing tolerances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vans running the HD suspension package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment Table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePromaster 2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePromaster 3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3450045\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKYB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcel-G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas charged twin tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly listed by manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne KYB3450045 Excel-G rear shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout KYB\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKYB has manufactured shocks and struts for original equipment and aftermarket applications for decades, supplying ride control components trusted by van and truck owners across North America. The Excel-G line matches OE specifications to deliver a reliable factory feel replacement for daily driven and commercial vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KYB3450045?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB3450045 is an Excel-G rear shock absorber built for Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vans. It uses OE spec valving in a gas charged twin tube design to restore consistent ride quality whether the van is empty or loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work on a van with the HD suspension package?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it fits Promaster vans built with the HD suspension package for the covered model years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to replace both rear shocks together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's sold individually, but replacing both sides at once is recommended for even handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct bolt-on replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it installs at the factory shock location without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill ride height change after installing this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it's designed to maintain factory ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this perform when the van is loaded with cargo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's built to maintain consistent damping whether the van is running empty or loaded, which helps with commercial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need any special tools to install it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, standard hand tools are enough since it bolts into the factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a break-in period before towing or hauling heavy loads?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo formal break-in is required, but it's good practice to drive normally for the first several miles before loading the van to full capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise the rear of the van and support it on jack stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the rear wheel for clearance to the shock mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the upper and lower shock mounting bolts to free the factory shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the KYB3450045 in place and install the lower mounting bolt first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the upper mount and torque all fasteners to factory specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the wheel and repeat on the opposite side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46138383138895,"sku":"KYB3450045","price":87.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/kyb3450045.webp?v=1784727278","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/kyb-3450045-excel-g-rear-shock-ram-promaster","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}