Shock Installation & Service
Shock Installation
Reservoir Shocks
Reservoir shocks are designed with an additional external reservoir that helps to dissipate heat and prevent shock fade during intense off-road use.
Superior heat dissipation: The external reservoir helps keep the shock fluid cooler, reducing fade and maintaining consistent performance during aggressive off-roading.
Increased fluid capacity: More fluid helps improve damping performance and reduces the risk of shock fade on rough, technical trails.
Best for heavy-duty off-road use: Excellent for long-distance off-roading, rock crawling, and any activity that demands high-performance suspension under extreme conditions.
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Piggyback Shocks
Piggyback shocks are similar to reservoir shocks but with the reservoir attached directly to the shock body, rather than remotely mounted. They are designed to offer excellent heat dissipation and better overall performance during heavy off-road conditions.
- Compact design: The piggyback reservoir is attached to the shock body, saving space and making installation easier than separate reservoirs.
- Enhanced performance: Like reservoir shocks, they offer superior heat management, which allows them to handle extreme off-road conditions without compromising performance.
- Great for fast, rough trails: Ideal for high-speed off-roading, desert racing, and vehicles that need consistent shock performance over large obstacles.
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Monotube Shocks
Monotube shocks feature a single cylinder that holds both the piston and the fluid. A separate gas chamber is used to pressurize the shock, which helps prevent foam and cavitation during rough use.
- Excellent performance in harsh conditions: Monotube shocks provide consistent damping, even in extreme off-road conditions, because they are less prone to fade or fluid foaming.
- High durability: Their robust design is built to handle the extreme demands of off-road use, including large impacts and high temperatures.
- Great for rough terrain: Offers superior control over bumps and impacts, making them ideal for rough trails, rock crawling, and heavy-duty off-roading.
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Adjustable Shocks
Adjustable shocks allow you to manually control the damping settings to match the driving environment. You can adjust the shock’s firmness for a softer ride on smooth roads or a stiffer setup for off-road challenges.
- Customizable performance: Perfect for off-roaders who frequently switch between on-road and off-road driving. You can adjust the shock for softer comfort on highways and more aggressive damping for trails.
- Improves ride quality: By adjusting the shock settings, you can fine-tune how your vehicle handles bumps, dips, and obstacles.
- Ideal for versatile driving needs: Excellent for vehicles that need performance for both off-road and on-road driving.
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Gas-charged Shocks
Gas-charged shocks use nitrogen gas to pressurize the shock, helping to prevent shock fade during moderate off-road driving by reducing foaming of the shock fluid.
- Prevents shock fade: The pressurized gas helps maintain shock consistency during moderate off-road use.
- Improved control: Provides a better ride quality than basic hydraulic shocks, particularly when off-roading on uneven surfaces.
- More affordable than high-performance shocks: A good choice for off-roaders who don't need extreme shock performance but still want better handling off-road than a standard shock.
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Twin Tube Shocks
Twin Tube shocks are the most common shock type, consisting of an inner tube that contains the piston and an outer tube that acts as a reservoir for the shock fluid.
- Smooth ride: Twin Tube shocks are designed for comfort, making them ideal for daily drivers who occasionally go off-road.
- Affordable: These shocks are typically the most budget-friendly option.
- Easy to install: Because they have a simple design, twin-tube shocks are relatively easy to install and require no modifications to the vehicle.
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