You say you want your pre runner to handle the bumps better, so you’re looking at a set of big name shocks. That’s all well and good, but know that you’ll still have to put in some tuning time to get ...
Finding the correct length for aftermarket shocks takes more than an axle at full droop and a tape measure. Many factors need to be considered, so we headed down to Bilstein in Poway, California, to ...
Different types of cars have different types of suspensions. Most car owners have heard the term “strut,” but may not be clear as to what exactly the struts on a vehicle are or what they do. Most ...
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How car suspensions work - springs vs shocks

How do suspensions work? What are the different types of suspensions? This is the first of four videos I'll make on suspensions. Explanations of springs, shocks, struts, sprung and unsprung weight.
CARS.COM — The answer to the question question of when to replace shock absorbers and struts hinges on several variables, including how many miles a vehicle is driven, on what kinds of roads it’s ...
Have you ever noticed when searching the online blogs that there are those subjects in our hobby where everyone has an opinion, and yet they don't know why their opinion exists? Which oil, which tires ...
Replacing your own struts and shocks is a job that requires mid-level automotive repair skills. Most moderately experienced home mechanics and enthusiasts should be able to handle the job with ...
It's generally a good idea to replace the strut mounts when replacing the struts. Much in the same manner that the struts and shocks should be replaced together (when applicable), you should consider ...
Recently, we attended day one of the two-day Northeast Sportsman Nationals at Numidia Dragway in Numidia, Pennsylvania. We showed up with our 1969 Dart fully prepped to run the 11.50 index and ...