shocks

“Hey, I bought some new shocks from you, but one of them doesn’t seem to work.” “This new shock only has hydraulic action in one direction.” These are common concerns […]

An off-road New Mexico vacation in a camping trailer designed for Jeep and Chevrolet S10 pickups provided the evidence: the trailer desperately needed more stability on the rough terrain and […]

In this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video, you will learn the basic differences between shocks and struts. Struts are similar to shocks in that they dampen road vibrations; however, they […]

Z.G. Lexington, KY Q: I suspect it’s time to replace my shocks, but I’m not sure. I inspected them and I found no leaks. I also performed an old-school “bounce […]

If you’re making custom modifications to your suspension, it may require you to use different shocks than the ones that came stock from the factory. Watch this short video and […]

Learn the basic differences between monotube and twin tube shocks, and why you should choose one or the other based on the ride feel you want in your vehicle—all by […]

The American muscle car is synonymous with brute power, tire-shredding torque, and—well, muscle. Things like handling, cornering, and ride comfort tend to be an afterthought in our pursuit of the […]

Got questions?             We’ve got the answers—Mondays when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we offer advice for restoring a worn suspension and setting valve […]

Nearly a decade old, a Grassroots Motorsports magazine article titled “Soccer Moms’ Revenge,” recounts a day at Michelin’s Laurens Proving Grounds in Laurens, SC when the magazine’s staff took a […]