How do you know if your struts are shot?
The Warning Signs Of Worn Shocks And Struts Your vehicle never feels completely stable on the highway and is constantly moving up and down. The movement may be slight, but you notice it. You’ll notice the front end of your vehicle rising while the rear “squats” during hard acceleration. Tires bouncing excessively.
Can you drive with shot struts?
Yes, it is possible to drive having bad struts. A vehicle with worn-out struts can still work and ride you here and there, but you have to be really cautious and vigilant. It will obviously be a bumpy ride, but you can drive in a car with bad struts.
Can a strange engineering shock absorber be rebuilt?
Strange Engineering shock absorbers can be taken apart and rebuilt with new components. With the single adjustable shock used for drag racing, start with the front adjustment at full soft and add clicks to allow the front to rise up easily and still come back down to their pre-launch ride height position. Easier said than done]
Why do you need a double adjustable shock in drag racing?
A double adjustable shock for drag racing allows the independent adjustment of the bump and extension forces. A double adjustable shock allows adjustment of both compression and rebound.
What kind of suspension does strange engineering make?
Strange builds the rear housings for Ford’s Cobra Jet Mustangs (Photo: Jason Sakurai). Celebrating their 50 th anniversary, Strange Engineering has been manufacturing driveline and suspension components for all forms of racing and high performance vehicles since their inception in 1964.
What’s the best rebound setting for rear shocks?
If you’re using a soft rebound setting, you may want to match it with a slightly stiffer compression setting. Each car requires a different setting when it comes to double adjustable shocks. A good starting point for rear shock adjustment is to set the rebound tight and the bump adjuster loose.
What kind of struts are used for drag racing?
Strange Engineering Ultra struts and associated brakes are for DRAG RACING ONLY! The basic guidelines for strut geometry are covered, however, a professional and qualified chassis shop should perform the welding to ensure correct alignment of the front end and sufficient weld integrity.
How are shock absorbers and struts related to each other?
The shock absorbers on your vehicle dampen and absorb road conditions by controlling suspension motion while driving. Struts are similar to shock absorbers internally, but also provide structural support for your vehicle’s suspension and wheel alignment.
What are the different types of strange struts?
Strange Struts are available with stud or eyelet (upper) mounts in your choice of single or double adjustable configurations. Single adjustable struts allow external extension variations with the turn of a knob. Double adjustable struts provide external adjustment of extension and compression.
Where can I get shocks and struts for my car?
With the right shocks and struts for most vehicles, O’Reilly Auto Parts can help you find the replacement parts and tools you need for your next suspension system repair. Check out our top trusted suspension component brands for the best shocks and struts for your vehicle.