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In this [[:File:Front strut.jpg|Photo of front strut]], the rubber cover is missing. | In this [[:File:Front strut.jpg|Photo of front strut]], the rubber cover is missing - they deteriorate over time especially if exposed to eg hydraulic fluid. | ||
[[File:Front strut.jpg|thumb|Front strut - without cover]] | [[File:Front strut.jpg|thumb|Front strut - without cover]] | ||
Revision as of 08:54, 20 April 2023
Overview
The hydraulic strut acts as both the spring and the shock absorber. The hydraulic fluids provides the damping control (and adjustable height and stiffness), while the nitrogen in the lower (accumulator) part of the strut acts as the spring.
Photo
In this Photo of front strut, the rubber cover is missing - they deteriorate over time especially if exposed to eg hydraulic fluid.
Parts diagram
Front Spring and Shock Absorber diagram
Parts Listing 48-03 FRONT SPRING & SHOCK ABSORBER