Without good control, the faster you run, the more dangerous it is. So modifying the control is very important. So how to modify it to really improve the handling? Before modifying, let's take a look at how the shock absorber works.
How the shock absorber works:
Generally speaking, the shock absorber of a car is composed of two parts, namely the spring and the shock absorber barrel. The function of the spring is mainly to support the weight of the vehicle body and eliminate the vibration caused by uneven road surfaces. Now that the spring can "absorb the shock", what else does the shock absorber do?
In fact, the main function of the shock absorber barrel is to use its own damping to suppress the rebound of the spring after shock absorption, and to further absorb the impact from the ground. So what does the softness and hardness of the shock absorber have to do with handling?
When the vehicle turns, due to inertia and centrifugal force, the weight of the vehicle body will be transferred, and the faster the transfer speed, the better the handling of the vehicle. This speed is determined by the tension and compression stroke speed of the shock absorber, so the stiffer the shock absorber, the faster the reaction speed, and the faster the steering response of the vehicle. So how to modify and upgrade?
How to modify the suspension:
First of all, you must determine your goals before modification, because different modification methods will bring different effects or even negative effects. For example, blindly setting the shock absorber very hard in pursuit of handling, it can be said that there is no comfort when driving, and it also puts a lot of pressure on the tires and chassis. Generally speaking, modified shock absorbers can be divided into three categories.
- Short spring
After the body is lowered, the center of gravity of the vehicle is lowered. Everyone knows that the lower the center of gravity, the more stable it is, and it is the same in the car. And after the body is lowered, the visual effect is also better. We often see a lot of modified cars, almost lying on the ground. Although there is a certain loss in passability, they are very beautiful. The lower height will appear more aggressive.
There are many ways to reduce the height of the vehicle body. Generally speaking, the simplest and least investment is to replace the short spring. We have already mentioned in the previous article that the height of the vehicle body is determined by the springs, so only by replacing the short springs, the height of the vehicle body will of course come down. However, changing the short spring will not improve the control more usefully, and it is mainly for those riders who do not have much demand for control.
- Sports shock absorbers
The shock absorber setting of the original car is mainly adjusted for comfort, which is obviously not suitable for us. Replacing the short spring alone is not effective, and the shock absorber barrel that matches the spring needs to be replaced at the same time to have a better effect. At this time, a sporty shock absorber suit is perfect.
Many refit manufacturers have sports shock absorbers, which cannot adjust the height and damping, but compared with the original shock absorbers, due to the different design orientation, they are much tougher. Moreover, when manufacturers launch such products, they are all adjusted for the corresponding models, so there is no need to worry about the degree of completion. The popular Bilstein B12 is a typical sports suit. The damping setting of the barrel body is much harder than that of the original factory, and the rebound speed is also very fast. When the vehicle passes on undulating roads, the shock absorber can respond quickly to suppress the excess vibration of the body. Excellent performance in improving handling. The price of this type of shock absorber is not high, so it is also the best-selling in the market. It is very suitable for riders who want to improve handling without losing too much comfort.
- Coiled shock absorber
This type of shock absorber has threads on the barrel body to adjust the height, so it is called "coiled shock absorber". Coiled shock absorbers are the most high-end products in modified shock absorbers. In addition to adjusting the height according to individual needs, they usually also have a damping adjustment function. It can be said to be an "all-around athlete". Because of its versatility, it is expensive. But for riders who pursue extreme control, it is indispensable. Everyone has different driving habits and driving conditions are also different. This requires adjusting the height and damping of the shock absorber according to individual needs. Moreover, the lifting control requires the cooperation of the entire suspension system to achieve perfection. This requires that all parts can be adjusted to achieve the best state. So we see that in racing competitions, without exception, all cars are coiled shock absorbers. However, adjusting the shock absorber is a work that requires experience, requiring a lot of road tests and experienced technicians to adjust.
Improving control is a complicated process, but the effect is very fascinating. Just imagine driving in the city. Due to road conditions, it is impossible to increase the speed to a high speed. The best way to enjoy driving is to drive in the Experience the thrill of cornering in a safe situation. If you also want to feel the impact brought by the high G value, then act now.
