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steering damper vs shock absorber

THOR
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30 Apr 2011 16:54 #15679 by THOR

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hi guys...i'm just curious...is there a difference between a steering damper and a front shock absorber?
can i use a shock absorber instead of a steering damper?
they look really similar....just thinking...

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darthloachie
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30 Apr 2011 18:33 #15685 by darthloachie

Replied by darthloachie on topic Re: steering damper vs shock absorber

yep - same thing - you'll need a fitting kit as well - see the big jimny shop

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30 Apr 2011 22:14 #15688 by Asbojimny

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Not that i know a lot :unsure:

And i may be wrong.
But i thought a steering damper works both directions and a suspension shocker dampens only in the compression ( upwards) movement.

You can get a Disco steerin damper for about 20 squids.

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01 May 2011 06:08 - 01 May 2011 06:09 #15692 by Obarno

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I would buy a proper steering damper, most shocks have different rates of resistance for compression and extension and also some/most don't work well when mounted on their side.

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01 May 2011 09:07 #15694 by lukeyblunt

Replied by lukeyblunt on topic Re: steering damper vs shock absorber

Hi all !!
I'm considering getting a steering damper (or similar) too.

What are the pros against the cons?
Do they make it physically harder to steer?
Will it stop my Jimny bouncing over the road? :blink:

Many many thanks !
Luke B

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01 May 2011 10:18 #15699 by vitara_mad

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tbh i fitted one to mine & one to my bro's & i don't think theres any noticable differance with it fitted or not

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