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Shock Absorbers

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Choosing the right shock absorber depends on how you use your vehicle. Here’s a breakdown of the three main types:

  • Twin-Tube: Cost-effective and comfortable for daily use.
  • Monotube: Better performance and heat management for enthusiasts and heavy-duty applications.
  • Remote Reservoir: Premium solution for extreme conditions.
Series
Part Number Prefix G2 G3 G4 MX3 MXA5/MPA5
Shock Type Twintube Hydraulic Twintube Gas Charged Twintube Gas Charged Monotube 8 Stage adjustable Monotube
Reservior Type N/A N/A N/A N/A External or Piggyback
Lift Range 0-2″ 0-2″ 0-2″ 0-2″ & 1-3″ 0-2″
Bore Diameter (mm) 35 35 40 46 46
Rod Diameter (mm) 15 15 20 16 18
Body Diameter (mm) 54 54 63 52 52
Colour Blue Blue Blue Silver Black/Blue
Cap included (struts only) No Yes No No No
Rod Shroud Plastic Plastic Plastic Rubber Boot Rubber Boot
Stone Guard Yes Yes Yes No No

Shock absorbers are essential for keeping your tires firmly on the road, which is critical for safety and performance. In simple terms, they control the movement of your suspension and help smooth out the ride.

Different types of shock absorbers are designed for different driving needs:

  • Everyday Vehicles
    Standard shock absorbers focus on comfort. They’re softer and absorb bumps and potholes to give you a smooth, pleasant ride.
  • Race Vehicles
    Racing shocks are built for speed and precision. They’re much stiffer, giving drivers better control during high-speed driving and cornering. Many are adjustable, so drivers can fine-tune performance for specific track conditions. They’re often made from lightweight materials and may include features like remote reservoirs for better cooling and reduced fade during long runs.
  • Off-Road Vehicles
    Off-road shocks are engineered for tough terrain and extreme conditions. They’re often adjustable for different surfaces and include protective features like reinforced housings and dust boots to handle dirt, rocks, and heavy impacts.

In technical terms, shock absorbers convert kinetic energy into heat and release it into the air. But let’s break that down.

Imagine your car hits a bump. The shock absorber compresses, then quickly returns to its normal position. Inside the shock, a piston moves up and down through hydraulic fluid. This fluid is forced through tiny holes in the piston, creating resistance. That resistance is what smooths out the ride.

One bump doesn’t generate much heat, but driving over many bumps in quick succession makes the piston move rapidly, producing more heat. The shock then releases this heat into the atmosphere.

If a shock absorber produces more heat than it can dissipate, it overheats. When that happens, you might notice bouncing, a rough ride or even reduced braking performance.