How do you adjust santhuff shocks?

How do you adjust santhuff shocks?

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1. Set strut shock in vertical position.
2. Turn top adjustable 3/8″ hex nut clockwise until nut stops.
3. Turn top adjustable nut counter-clockwise 3 turns.
4. If double adjustable, turn lower bump adjuster hex knob fully clockwise.

What is the best shocks for drag racing?

The 8760PB-Drag is our best shock option for drag racing. The 8760 is a high quality piggy back triple adjustable shock that uses standard Penske parts.

Is an adjustable shock a better shock?

Think of stiffer shocks as temporarily stiffening up your springs when you need it the most; we know that stiffer springs will allow a car to handle better, and the advantage of an adjustable shock is that one can adjust the shock to provide a little more stiffness to the suspension.

How do you adjust Strange double adjustable shocks?

Adjust the knob gently by hand and never force the knob beyond the ten settings. Turning knob clockwise will increase (stiffen) extension forces. Turning knob counter-clockwise will decrease (soften) extension forces. Strange shocks are assembled, inspected and remain at softest setting.

How do you adjust rear shocks in drag racing?

To set the rear shock’s extension baseline, turn the extension adjuster to the hardest (full clockwise) position. This makes the shock hard to extend, which will limit the car’s chassis separation at launch. To set the rear shock compression baseline, turn the adjuster to the full soft (full counterclockwise) position.

Are air shocks good for drag racing?

The Air Lift tech department worked out that, by using an air spring, racers could pre-load their suspension to use weight transfer to their advantage and improve drag race times. Even today, Air Lift supplies drag racers with Air Lift Drag Bags to improve quarter-mile times.

What is a 90 10 shock?

The 90/10 is almost exclusively a front shock designed to extend (rebound) very easily and offer significant resistance to compression. This allows the front end of the car to rise very quickly and easily and then maintain that front-end rise throughout the entire run.

What is the benefit of adjustable shocks?

This coil sits on an adjustable perch, giving you the ability to adjust the height of the coilovers. Coilovers also provide a stiffer ride, which lets you lower your car without scraping pavement as you drive. They can also help to mitigate body roll as your vehicle rounds corners.

Can shocks be adjusted?

SPLIT VALVE AND ADJUSTABLE SHOCKS Adjustable shocks can offer adjustments in rebound only or for bump and rebound (double adjustable). Tuning can be accomplished by adjusting the shock absorber, most often while still on the car.

Are Strange shocks good?

Registered. Yes they are just fine….they have 10 settings of adjustablity, you should be able to find one that you like for your DD, or your track car. They work great on mine and I’m glad I didn’t buy anything else.

Do you want stiff suspension for drag racing?

A drag race car should run the lightest front spring rate possible, without letting the shocks bottom out when making a pass. A stiffer rate makes the front harder to rise during acceleration. If you are having trouble getting the front end to rise, you can soften shock rebound valving or change to a softer spring.

What kind of shock does a santhuff shock have?

2150 Aluminum Body 14 1/2″ Fully Extended Double Adj. Coilover Shock. 2104 Aluminum Body 23″ Fully Extended Double Adj. Shock.

How much does a santhuff coil over strut cost?

1116 16 1/2″ Superstock Style Coil Over Strut, Single Adjustable low profile 21lbs 2oz $3000.00pr 1116K 16 1/2″ Superstock Style Coil Over Strut Kit, Single Adjustable (Control Arm Kit and Springs Included)

What kind of spring compressor does santhuff use?

SSC Stock spring compressor for 5″ and 5.5″ front springs, with bearing. Makes moving your spanner nuts up and down a breeze when trying to get your ride height adjusted.

What kind of tubing does a santhuff rail car use?

1308 8 Degree Control Arm Kit (pair) – Partially welded 4130 tubing, short arm 8* off 90 for 4″ & higher frame rail cars. Rod Ends not included $275.00