Now Available – March’s Digital Edition of ShopOwner
The March issue includes technical and management content and is free to download.
Paired Ride Control (VIDEO)
It’s always best to replace ride control parts in pairs. Sponsored by GSP North America.
Chassis – Ride Control Diagnostics From Tire Wear
Learning how to read the tire and communicate your findings is the key to ride control.
Nissan Suspension Restoration
The shock or strut controls how the energy in the spring is absorbed and compressed.
Nissan Altima Front Strut Replacement (VIDEO)
Follow along to learn how to properly remove and replace a strut assembly. This video is sponsored by PRT.
Toyota Camry Front Strut Replacement (Video)
Here are the installation procedures for a Toyota Camry to follow when installing complete strut. Sponsored by PRT.
Ride Control Estimator
Loaded or complete struts can be twice the price of a strut and upper mount.
Fixing A Steering-Pull Condition
If a customer comes to your shop with a steering-pull complaint, never jump to conclusions about what’s really wrong.
Being A Better Listener
Keep the questions as broad as possible. Make sure you take notes and put them on the repair order.
‘Selling’ Ride Control Repairs
A visual inspection of the shocks and struts can tell you a lot about the ride control units.
How Shocks And Struts Contribute To Ride Comfort
The valving in most replacement shocks is designed for the specific application.
VIDEO: How Shocks And Struts Transfer Weight To Increase Stability
Andrew Markel discusses how shocks and struts operate as weight transfer devices to increase vehicle stability and traction. Also, Markel covers what can happen when a unit is no longer able to control the springs and movement of the body. Sponsored by NAPA.
