‘Feel the Difference’ Guarantee Added on Premium Monroe Shocks, Struts
Tenneco has introduced the new Monroe “Feel the Difference” Guarantee, which enables service providers to promise customers that after replacing worn shocks, they will feel a positive difference in vehicle handling and ride quality within a risk-free 90-day or 1,000-mile (1,600-kilometer) trial period – or receive a refund for their purchase. “This innovative consumer guarantee
Arnott Introduces New Shocks for Lexus GX 470
Arnott Air Suspension Products has introduced new left or right front and rear shocks for the 2002-2009 Lexus GX 470. The Arnott front shock replaces OEM part numbers 4851060121, 4851069415, and 4851069195. The rear shock replaces OEM part numbers 4853069485, 4853069185, 4853069205, 4853069205, and 4853060071. The rear shock will work with the Arnott Rear Air Springs A-2466, the
11 Step Replacement Shocks, Struts
Springs and struts are prone to a few suspension issues, especially in the harsher northern climates. The front strut bearings can start creaking and then bind up, and we’ve seen more than a few front and rear coil springs break due to corrosion. So, let’s discuss what you can look for when one of these
3 Reasons To Push New Shocks & Struts for Vehicles
One ride control manufacturer estimated that 80% of vehicles in junkyards still have their original shocks or struts. Part of the reason is that selling shocks and struts is difficult – even on a good day. It is an item that when it wears, it doesn’t cause the vehicle to stop running, and the driver
Tenneco Reminds Consumers That Even Shocks and Struts Get Old With Promotion
Tenneco Inc.’s Monroe shocks and struts brand launched a consumer promotion that reminds consumers during the spring car care season that replacing worn shock absorbers and struts can enhance their driving safety. From March 1 through April 30, the ‘Everything Gets Old’ promotion offers a VISA prepaid card valued at up to $120 for qualifying
Advantages of Twin-Tube Shocks
Twin-tube shocks and struts have been used as original equipment on most vehicles for many years. Recently, we’ve seen more monotube shocks and struts being used as OE dampers on sports and performance vehicles. So, what are the differences, advantages and disadvantages of each design? We’ll take a look at twin-tube shocks and struts to
What Really Wears Out Inside Shocks & Struts
When shocks and struts wear out there are almost no visual clues. When a unit is leaking, it is a sign of failure and not wear. Next to performing an autopsy or throwing the unit on a dynamometer, there is no conclusive way to determine if the internal components are worn to a point where
Inspecting Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts are simple devices. Their function is to dampen the movement of the springs, suspension and vehicle pitch. This means that as the spring is compressed, the movement is not sudden and when the energy or movement is released, it is not overpowering. For the most part, the suspension handles the best when
Selling the Complete Ride Control Job (Shocks & Struts)
A new strut or shock is only as good as the parts attached to it. These "required" components (notice I did not say add-ons) should be sold as part of any shock or strut replacement. Upper Bearing PlateOne mistake to avoid when replacing struts is reusing the original bearing plates. It’s like rebuilding an engine