Ride Height Adjustment: A Step-by-Step Overview
Adjusting ride height adjustment on adjustable suspension follows a consistent process: loosen the lock ring, rotate the spring perch to the target height, re-lock it, repeat at all four corners, t...
Shock Rebuild 101: What's Involved and When It Makes Sense
Yes, shocks can be rebuilt instead of replaced, but only under specific conditions: the shock body and mounting hardware need to be in sound structural condition, and the cost of a shock rebuild, p...
How to Use a Coilover Spanner Wrench Correctly
Using a coilover spanner wrench correctly comes down to five steps: loosen the lock ring, turn the threaded body to the target height, snug the lock ring back against it, verify the height at all f...
Essential Suspension Tools Every DIY Installer Should Own
Installing suspension parts at home requires a specific set of tools beyond a basic mechanic's kit, and most jobs call for the same core list: a spanner wrench, a torque wrench, a spring compressor...
How Lift Performance Impacts Handling and Ride Comfort
Yes, lifting a truck affects handling, and the trade-off is fairly direct: a taller vehicle sits with a higher center of gravity, which increases body roll and reduces cornering stability, while th...
Aftermarket Suspension Systems: A Complete Guide
Aftermarket suspension systems typically include five core groups of suspension components working together: shocks or struts for damping, springs or coilovers for ride height and spring rate, cont...
