How drivers unknowingly “kill” a car’s suspension, even on an ideal road
- May 15, 2023
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The lion’s share of motorists are sure that the suspension in the car “dies” only when it gets into a hole or hits a bump, as well as
The lion’s share of motorists are sure that the suspension in the car “dies” only when it gets into a hole or hits a bump, as well as during brutal off-road use. However, it is possible to damage the undercarriage of the “iron horse” even on a perfectly flat road surface. And here, in fact, how.
If you did not know and even forgot, let’s remind you: the source of shock absorbers directly depends on the temperature. Under high mechanical stress, especially in hot weather, leakage of hydraulic fluid is not excluded. Let’s say more: the racks are “snotty” and with dirt stuck to them, which hinders heat dissipation. And sand and other debris can easily backfire and damage the shock absorber rod, so you’ll need to regularly wash off any buildup of mud deposits on the springs with a pressure washer.
Returning to the loads, we add that the suspension is “overloaded” during abrupt starting and braking. Therefore, you should not permanently press the pedals all the way if you do not want to temporarily spend money on the earlier replacement of important materials responsible for the energy intensity of the car.
Of course, “consumables” also have a banal advantage. And even when taxiing aggressively – and more. It is enough to occupy all the seats in the car and fill the luggage compartment to the maximum in order to load the suspension at the next sharp turn or during an emergency stop. As a result – the deterioration of performance.
However, the driving style itself is also reflected in the longevity of the chassis elements. You should not screw into sharp turns at high speeds, and even more drifting. It is not for nothing that experts, speaking about the suspension resource, compare the skidding of a car with driving on rough terrain, which fundamentally affects the levers, silent blocks and other nodes of the “iron horse”.
Rubber bands and anthers are a different story, by the way. Due to sudden temperature changes, they also tend to crack and lose their protective properties.
And foreign objects caught on the road by the driver also affect the premature death of the chassis elements. Therefore, do not huddle close to the vehicle in front to have time to taxi away from a dangerous obstacle or avoid a stone that has flown from under someone else’s wheel. In general, as they say, everything is elementary simple.
Photo: AvtoVzglyad
If you did not know and even forgot, let’s remind you: the source of shock absorbers directly depends on the temperature. Under high mechanical stress, especially in hot weather, leakage of hydraulic fluid is not excluded. Let’s say more: the racks are “snotty” and with dirt stuck to them, which hinders heat dissipation. And sand and other debris can easily backfire and damage the shock absorber rod, so you’ll need to regularly wash off any buildup of mud deposits on the springs with a pressure washer.
Returning to the loads, we add that the suspension is “overloaded” during abrupt starting and braking. Therefore, you should not permanently press the pedals all the way if you do not want to temporarily spend money on the earlier replacement of important materials responsible for the energy intensity of the car.
Of course, “consumables” also have a banal advantage. And even when taxiing aggressively – and more. It is enough to occupy all the seats in the car and fill the luggage compartment to the maximum in order to load the suspension at the next sharp turn or during an emergency stop. As a result – the deterioration of performance.
However, the driving style itself is also reflected in the service life of the chassis elements. You should not screw into sharp turns at high speeds, and even more drifting. It is not for nothing that experts, speaking about the suspension resource, compare the skidding of a car with driving on rough terrain, which fundamentally affects the levers, silent blocks and other nodes of the “iron horse”.
Rubber bands and anthers are a different story, by the way. Due to sudden changes in temperature, they also tend to crack and lose their protective properties.
And foreign objects caught on the road by the driver also affect the premature death of the chassis elements. Therefore, do not huddle close to the vehicle in front to have time to taxi away from a dangerous obstacle or avoid a stone that has flown from under someone else’s wheel. In general, as they say, everything is elementary simple.
Source: Avto Vzglyad
Donald Salinas is an experienced automobile journalist and writer for Div Bracket. He brings his readers the latest news and developments from the world of automobiles, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the latest trends and innovations in the automotive industry.
