Topline Strut Insert (Lowered) | VW Super Beetle 1971–1973 | KYB Excel-G Gas-Charged (88-2999MXG)

Topline Strut Insert (Gas-Charged KYB Excel-G) — Lowered, VW Super Beetle 1971–1973

These KYB Excel-G gas-charged inserts are the insert to choose when running Top Line's Versa-Strut or MaXX lowering struts. They also fit most EMPI and imported copies of the strut housing from prior production years.

In Top Line's experience, these give the best compromise between sharp handling and good ride quality. This is the same KYB product formerly sold as the GR-2. Replaces EMPI 00-9629-0. Sold each.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Super Beetle: 1971–1973 (lowered Versa-Strut / MaXX)

Key Features & Benefits

• Balanced performance: sharp handling with good ride quality.
• KYB Excel-G: gas-charged valving, formerly sold as the GR-2.
• Direct replacement: replaces EMPI 00-9629-0; fits Versa-Strut, MaXX, and most EMPI/imported copies.

Technical Specifications

• Type: KYB Excel-G gas-charged strut insert
• Fits: lowered Versa-Strut / MaXX
• Replaces: EMPI 00-9629-0
• Sold as: each
• Part number: 88-2999MXG

Frequently Asked Questions

• What type of insert is this? A KYB Excel-G gas-charged insert, formerly sold as the GR-2.
• Does it replace an EMPI part? Yes — it replaces EMPI 00-9629-0.

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