Many car owners have become accustomed to that the word "shock absorber" is mainly applicable to the chassis of the vehicle. But, few people know that in our time the shock absorbers are used not only to reduce the oscillations of the suspension, and for the support of the hood, the lid of the trunk and even the rear doors. About this further in the article.

Shock absorber trunk, hood, rear door, as the installation of a shock absorber facilitates the life of the driver

Initially, shock absorbers were designed for automotive suspension. But, with the development of modern technologies, these devices began to be used not only in the undercarriage, but in many daily drives of the driver. In particular, they have greatly proven themselves when used in different doors with a hinge mechanism.

Requirements for the shock absorbers of the hood or trunk are not as tough as the suspension shock absorbers, however, certain features of the choice are still available. So that the shock absorbers as high quality and longer fulfill their basic functions - the comfort and convenience of car operation, it should be responsibly referring to the choice of shock absorbers.

The intensity of operation as the opening frequency of the closing affects the service life of the shock absorbers

At first glance, the shock absorbers of the trunk lid, the rear door shock absorbers and the hood shock absorbers are the same, but they work in different ways, which depends on several reasons.

The very first criterion for selecting shock absorbers is the intensity of operation of various vehicle elements. After all, some car owners climb on the trunk of the car than under the hood, others - on the contrary. This factor when choosing shock absorbers, in addition to general requirements, has a sufficiently significant role. Based on this, it is necessary to decide which it is better to choose wear resistance for the trunk or hood.

It is worth saying that before purchasing shock absorbers for the lid of the trunk or the hood, it is necessary to carefully consider the technical literature of this vehicle, where all the technical characteristics of the elements used on this car must be provided. The same applies to the shock absorbers. It is possible that the incorrectly selected system will work incorrectly, as a result of which will quickly fail.

Hood shock absorber, why you need to choose a shock absorber with a long rod

When choosing a shock absorber for the hood, you should carefully consider the length of the opening. Not rare drivers choose too short shock absorbers, as a result of which the hood opens to the end. Thus, the owner of the car cannot check the oil level, since the dipstick does not get out to the end. This also applies to the trunk of the car. If it will open not high enough, you can forget about the overall loads, as they will not get into the trunk of your car. In addition, if the employee is a hundred (and perhaps you yourself) will need free access to all the insides of the vehicle engine, you will hear everything that the master thinks about you. That is why it is necessary to choose a hood shock absorber with a long rod.

Trunk shock absorber, why choose a gas shock absorber

When choosing a shock absorber for the trunk, the intensity of its operation should be taken into account. If you open the trunk constantly, several times a day, then it is better to install a gas shock absorber on it. Although it is expensive, but it is distinguished by reliability and durability.

To shock absorbers of the trunk, the hood or the rear door did not fail ahead of time, you should properly exploit them - in winter it is not necessary to open the trunk or the hood with a sharp jerk.

Rear door shock absorber, why a mechanism is needed with a good ejecting force

Selecting the shock absorber for the rear door, remember that a mechanism that has a lot of pushing force is required.

In winter, the hood either the back door must be opened smoothly, thereby helping the shock absorbers, since the operating substance of the shock absorber at low temperatures becomes more viscous.

Classification of damping shock absorbers

1. Damping in this case is hydraulic and is carried out by means of the fastest slow motion. It is worth noting that the appliance stem must look down the appliance.
   
2. In this case, it does not matter where the device is sent to the device. The main principle of the shock absorber in this case is smooth closing and opening the body element.

Gas shock absorbers, dignity and disadvantages

These shock absorbers have the highest quality and are durable themselves. The gas device easily stops the entire period of operation of the vehicle and not give a single reason to repair. Naturally, all this is achieved with the required level of operation. In addition, gas is less dependent on temperature drops, therefore, they will not have an impact of neither hot summer, nor frost. Lack of gas shock absorbers - high cost.

Gas-oil shock absorbers, dignity and disadvantages

Gas and oil shock absorbers are the most optimal as quality and price, and also have intermediate properties. Includes the advantages and cons of both types of shock absorbers (oil and gas) and are excellent for both expensive and cheap car.

Oil shock absorbers, dignity and disadvantages

Such shock absorbers possess the lowest cost, but they are afraid of strong frosts. The disadvantage of the oil shock absorber is its high dependence on temperature drops. Open the hood in the frost is difficult enough, and in the heat there is a risk of getting a strong blow on the back, because the liquid is liquefied inside the shock absorber, and they can not keep the massive metal too long.

Tips Pros: how to operate shock absorbers to extend their life

By the method of fastening, the shock absorbers differ individually, because for a certain vehicle model, a particular rigidity and a shape of the hood is developed. Considering this, it makes brackets or special holes that provide for installation of additional trunk holding devices or hood. Therefore, when buying a shock absorber, specify the seller to the brand of your car.

In fact, the shock absorbers of the trunk and the hood are very durable devices. If they take care of them when applied and regularly care for, they ways to serve as long as possible.