Suspension Bushings
In our rush to sell ride control products like MacPherson struts, shock absorbers and springs, we often forget the importance of inspecting and replacing rubber suspension bushings. Unfortunately, worn or hardened suspension bushings can cause many of the mysterious squeaks, knocking noises and vibration complaints that come through the door of a typical repair shop.
Ford Facing Lawsuit over Focus Suspension Issues
Earlier this week, a federal appeals court reinstated a California lawsuit against Ford Motor Co. that argues the auto maker’s Focus sedans had defective rear suspensions that caused premature tire wear and other safety hazards. Four customers filed the suit in 2011 as a proposed class action on behalf of everyone who bought or leased
Making Application-Specific Suspension Specification, Axles Choices
Improving fuel economy and reducing maintenance, along with weight savings to help boost hauling capacity, remain the focus of axle and suspension system design initiatives. In particular, 6×2 configurations can address these needs. Operations best served by 6×2 configurations are those with variable loads. Applications include tank and bulk haulers, beverage and grocery fleets, refuse
Inspecting Brake Hydraulic Systems: Worn Components Take Their Toll on Advanced Suspension Technologies
Gain expertise for when inspecting brake hydraulic systems.
Ball Joints Critical To Steering, Suspension
How do you fix an air ride suspension that has gone flat?
Torque-To-Yield Suspension Components (Ball Joints, Tie Rods And Control Arms)
Some ball joints and almost all tie-rod ends use a tapered stud and hole with a nut on top to secure the stud to the knuckle. The 7-10º angled taper, along with a threaded stud and nut, lock the components together by tensioning the nut and stud. Torque-to-yield (TTY) ball joint and tie-rod studs have two
Chassis Tech: Rear Suspension Dynamics
Independent rear suspensions are starting to become the norm on not only cars, but SUVs of all sizes. The first advantage of an independent rear suspension is ride; the second is handling.
Suspension and Steering System Maintenance
The most noticeable symptom of spring wear is a sagging suspension system or uneven vehicle ride height. Less common are springs that break due to metal fatigue or to a stress riser caused by corrosion or physical damage on the spring’s surface.