Tag: suspension
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Death wobble – what causes it? Check your car’s suspension
You probably feel excited just thinking about driving an off-road vehicle, especially something like a Jeep. But sometimes, that nice vision can turn into a real nightmare. Have you heard of “death wobble”? If you have, you know what we’re talking about. Don’t let fear control you. Learn what causes this phenomenon, how to prevent…
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How to choose springs for a loaded off-road vehicle? Practical Guide
When you become the proud owner of an off-road vehicle, one thing is certain: it won’t be long before you start making modifications. After all, there’s a reason you chose this type of car. If you’re not already a passionate fan of off-roading, perhaps you’re planning a trip. However, 4×4 travel is not easy, especially…
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Air spring kit. What to do when the rear of your vehicle drops too much?
Pick-up trucks and off-road vehicles don’t have an easy life. In many cases, they work as hard as real workhorses. They not only carry heavy loads or baggage but also travel on very rough roads. Sometimes, pickups can be as stubborn as a mule—sagging at the rear and refusing to go further. In these situations,…
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Quality of handling after a lift. Does raising the suspension affects ride comfort?
A suspension lift will always impact the driving experience. After all, you’re probably doing it to change how your off-road vehicle handles. However, have you considered that off-road driving and regular driving prefer different handling characteristics? Keep this in mind when modifying your car and learn how to maintain or increase driving comfort in every…
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How to lift a pickup truck? Suspension lift on leaf springs
In modern vehicles, leaf springs are becoming rare. Still, they remain an integral part of the suspension system in many classic off-road vehicles, especially pickup trucks. The most famous example of a car that still uses leaf springs is the immortal Corvette. Popular models like the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Volkswagen Amarok, Ford…
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Body Lift. Method for raising the vehicle’s body
A body lift is a way to raise the body of an off-road vehicle without changing the factory suspension system. It seems simpler than a full lift because it doesn’t require major changes. But is it really that simple? What benefits does a body lift provide and what are the potential consequences? Learn our perspective…
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Full Lift Kit. Types of suspension modifications
A full suspension lift is a modification that often involves changing stock parts and the factory structure of the vehicle. It also changes the way it handles and behaves off-road. That’s why it’s a key element in preparing for advanced off-roading. If you’re wondering what lifting a vehicle means and what it involves, keep reading.…
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Spacer Lift. Types of suspension modifications
You’re planning to improve your car’s off-road capabilities, so you’re looking for the right suspension modification. You come across a suspension lift kit. What is it all about? How do you install it? How does it affect the car’s driving conditions? Is it worth it? And finally, how does it differ from a leveling kit,…
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Leveling lift. Types of suspension modifications
The topic of lift types and ways to install them is as wide as a six-lane highway or your horizons before turning 40…years old. Ok, the second example might be confusing. It just means very wide. Therefore, we present the most popular types of lifts. First, we start with the simplest one, the leveling kit.…
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How to measure a lift – off-road vehicle suspension height
You’ve just installed a lift kit, but do you have any idea how high your off-road vehicle now stands? Maybe you’ve bought a modified car, but want to add some inches to it? That’s not the right way. Don’t start lifting from the end. First, make a proper measurement. Why? The answer is quite simple…