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Suspension
systems are made from many component parts. The racing
shock absorber is one of the more important components
in the suspension system.
A shock
absorber is a velocity sensitive hydraulic damping
device which
uses hydraulic pressure to resist movement of the
suspension spring to limit and control the spring’s
action. Wheel movements, or changes in the relationship
between the axle and chassis are controlled primarily by
the spring. The movement of the spring is motion that
must be controlled or dampened by the shock absorber.
The shock
absorber accomplishes control over a moving spring by a
relatively simple method. Resistance to suspension
movement is produced in the shock absorber when
hydraulic fluid is forced through a series of valves and
orifices during spring movement. The energy produced by
the spring movement is dissipated by the shock in the
form of heat energy and is passed off into the
surrounding air.
In simple
language, the racing shock is a heat dissipating
machine, so whenever possible, allow fresh air to flow
over it while in use.
The
Pro-Shock designed and manufactured gas-cell shock does
not need additional fluid added after assembly. A
gas-cell shock properly filled at the time of assembly
has virtually no lag and needs no further work by the
customer. Our superior concepts at Pro Shocks guarantee
you the results of cutting edge technology across all
racing categories from IRL and CART, NASCAR Nextel Cup,
World of Outlaws, Haulmark All Star sprints, USAC Silver
Crown, sprints and midgets, WoO and UMP late models,
Dirt Modifieds, to our domestic AMCA, ASCF super sedans
and modified production divisions, litre cars,
compacts, vintage speedcars and classic machines.
Grizzly Dyno
Shocks can guarantee you a faster, smoother and trouble
free ride across the dirt and asphalt tracks of
Australia – and we speak from experience.
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