MVS Sponsor iPD’s Ken and Cameron answer our shocks and struts questions:
- What do shocks do?
- How do you know when your shocks & struts are worn out?
- Once you know you need to replace the shocks on your Volvo how do you know which are right for you?
Here, Ken and Cameron discuss the basics of shock absorbers and give a general overview of the replacement options.
Struts perform two main jobs. First, struts perform a shock damping function like shock absorbers. Internally, a strut is similar to a shock absorber. A piston is attached to the end of the piston rod and works against hydraulic fluid to control spring and suspension movement. Just like shock absorbers, the valving generates resistance to pumping forces created by the up and down motions of the suspension.
Also like shock absorbers, a strut is velocity sensitive, meaning that it is valved so that the amount of resistance can increase or decrease, depending on how fast the suspension moves.
Struts also perform a second job. Unlike shock absorbers, struts provide structural support for the vehicle’s suspension. As a result, struts affect riding comfort and handling, as well as vehicle control, braking, steering, wheel alignment and wear on other suspension components, including the tyres.
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