All about damping. All suspensions require some form of damping, which resists the motion of the suspension and the trailer. In a leaf-spring pack, for example, the friction between the spring ...

Przemek Chmielewski, a trailer technician with Trailcon Leasing, inspects a trailer suspension. (Photo: James Menzies) “I do believe spring ride will lead to reduced roadside infractions because of ...

Discover the amazing process of making leaf spring suspension, a key component in vehicle performance. From selecting high-quality materials to shaping and assembling the springs, each step is ...

“On a spring ride, however, the leaf spring suspension nearest to the trailer load will carry more of that load. While wear is inevitable on components like tires and brakes, ...

Leaf spring suspensions use layers of strips known as a leaf pack that are attached to the trailer frame. Air ride suspensions cushion the shock using valves, air lines and air spring bags.

A coilover has a shock absorber topped with a coil spring, collar, and bump stop, and combines the functions of a leaf spring and shocks. Most cars come from the factory with separate shocks and ...

1.Factory air ride? You bet! An optional rear air suspension system was introduced on the ’14 Ram heavy-duty trucks. On the 2500, an airbag replaced the coil spring, much like the Ram 1500.

Leaf springs are often viewed as dated in comparison to coils yet they're still around. Let's talk about why that is, and which is better.

Unleash the detailed process of making rear leaf spring U bolts for trucks, where every step is executed with precision. From shaping the metal to ensuring a perfect fit, these U bolts are ...

The Hotchkiss suspension is primarily used on truck and van applications where the vehicle is designed to be operated with different payload and trailer tow conditions. The typical leaf spring for a ...