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Front Suspensions

Front Suspensions

FRONT SUSPENSIONS There are two major types of conventional front suspensions. They are dependent and independent. Dependent Front Suspensions The dependent front suspension uses a solid axle. This design consists of one steel or aluminium beam extending the width of the vehicle. This beam is held in place by leaf springs. Notice that this design […]

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Comfort and Safety

Comfort and Safety

COMFORT AND SAFETY The suspension system allows the vehicle body to ride relatively undisturbed while travelling over rough roads. It also allows the vehicle to corner with minimum roll or sway, stop with a minimum of brake dive, and accelerate with a minimum of acceleration squat. This dynamic control will keep the tyres in contact

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Basics of Suspension

Basics of Suspension

BASICS OF SUSPENSION To begin this training program, you need to know some basic information. First, you should know that the tyres and wheels make vehicle motion possible. The chassis connects the tyres and wheels to the vehicle’s body. The chassis consists of the frame, suspension system, steering system, tyres and wheels. When discussing a

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Smart Suspensions

Smart Suspensions

SMART SUSPENSIONS Today, more and more passenger cars are utilizing an active suspension system, or a “smart” suspension. A smart suspension is similar to a traditional, or passive, suspension system since many of the same components are found in each. Shock absorbers or struts, bushings and suspension components all work together to provide good handling

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Gas Charging Benefits

GAS CHARGING BENEFITS Here are some of the advantages provided by the advanced technology that Monroe gas charged shocks represent. Improved handling When turning a corner or a sharp curve, a vehicle’s body tends to lean away from the direction of the turn and then rebounds. This motion is called roll. Excessive roll may cause

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