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Why should I replace shock absorbers in pairs?

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Shock absorbers should always be replaced in pairs in order to match the characteristics between each side of the suspension. Unmatched shock absorbers can actually worsen ride and handling problems and make control of the vehicle difficult.
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Why use shock absorbers?

Isaac - FAQ
Shock absorbers work based on velocity, not position. The higher the velocity the stiffer they get. When do you have high head velocity? When you crash. The shocks don't care where your head is when you crash, they are just along for the ride. But when you crash they become almost solid. (Go to top)
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What is the difference between shock absorbers and struts?

Monroe Technical Support - Frequently Asked Questions
Struts and shocks are very similar in function, but very different in design. The job of both is to control excessive spring motion; however, struts are also a structural component of the suspension. Struts can take the place of two or three conventional suspension components and are often used as a pivot point for steering and to adjust the position of the wheels for alignment purposes.
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Do Shock Absorbers really absorb shock?

The EDGE Products - Frequently Asked Questions
When you test a spring to find out its spring rate you are basically compressing it on top of a set of scales. The very nature of what we are doing here is getting a reading of how much tension this spring has, its also telling us that its transferring 176 lb of force to whatever is on the other side of the spring, in this case scales, in the case of real world installation its the buggy chassis.
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Can shock absorbers be mounted upside down (rod end down) and still function properly?

Monroe Technical Support - Frequently Asked Questions
Most modern shock absorbers utilize a twin (dual) tube construction; in order to work properly the inner of the two tubes (working chamber) should stay completely filled with oil. The outer (reserve) tube contains an oil reserve along with air or a pressurized gas. If the unit is mounted inverted (rod side down), the air or gas in the outer chamber can enter the inner working chamber, resulting in poor damping performance.
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What difference does the position of the rear shock absorbers make?

A (AndyT): Shock absorbers mounted in a more vertical position stiffens that end of the car.....with the rear shocks mounted more upright this will result in more steering but will also result in less rear traction. Rear shocks mounted more horizontally will result in a softer rear suspension....this will give more rear traction but you'll lose some steering as a result. A (MCRUZ):Standing the shocks will give you a more natural feel and corner speed, but can be harder to drive.
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Question 11: What happens when shock absorbers are used in very high ambient temperatures ?

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Answer: When used in ambient temperatures above our quoted limits, the hydraulic fluid starts to break down, the encapsulated air in the return accumulator expands above it's design volume then eventually the rod seals start to melt and the shock absorber loses its fluid. During this cycle of catastrophic events the efficiency of the shock absorber to function deteriorates towards it's final inevitable failure.
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Question 12: What happens when shock absorbers are used in very low ambient temperatures ?

Ace Controls - Home Page
Answer: When used in ambient temperatures below our quoted limits, the type of particular hydraulic fluid and it's characteristic to viscous change, due to temperature change, will be the key criteria in how able the shock absorber performs.
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Does a Cavalier camper trailer have shock absorbers?

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kg unladen, even our off-road campers are too light for shock absorbers to be effective, as shockers are really only of benefit when the camper's weight is a ton or more. It's also harder to get shockers repaired if they are damaged while you're off the beaten track. We use Australian made, 7-leaf shackle springs on our off-road campers.
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Can I use my old shock absorbers with your Parabolic springs?

Rocky Mountain Parabolic Suspension
Yes if they are in good condition. It pays to replace the rubber shock bushings and we have a kit for that purpose. Using your old shock absorbers will restrict the downward movement of the axles and for off road use using our EXPLORER PRO COMP or OLD MAN EMU shocks will give better axle articulation as they have a longer stroke.
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What should I do after a shock?

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Sit down, if you’re not already sitting or lying down! If the first shock doesn’t correct the problem you may receive another. You want to avoid further injury as you may fall onto something. Your doctor should have given you instructions on how to proceed. Generally, if you have received multiple shocks they will want to see you immediately. If you have a single shock and you feel fine, you should still give your EP office a call.
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How can I replace the shock-cord in a tent pole?

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Take one end of the shock-cord and knot it off, then feed it through all of the pole sections, and put the pole together so it's one long piece. Pull the shock-cord taut and tie a knot at the end, and then drop it back into the pole. Be careful not to cut any excess off because your pole may not be tight enough. With the excess hanging out of the end, and the knot inside the end of the pole, break down your tent pole into individual sections, ant then put it back together.
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Do they come in pairs?

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MalleoLoc is sold as a single unit for either the right or left ankle. You can definitely buy one of each to make a pair.
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What is anaphylactic shock?

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Anaphylactic shock is a life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms can include swelling in the mouth and throat, wheezing, difficulty breathing, hives, fainting, and drop in blood pressure. This is caused by the cells in the body releasing large amounts of histamines into the blood. This type of reaction is rare and can be caused by allergic reactions to foods, medications, or insect stings. Anaphylactic shock is a medical emergency and can cause death if not treated immediately.
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What should be done if someone goes into shock?

Suspension FAQ
There are many levels of shock that can go from dangerous to life threatening very quickly. If the body is cold, raise the temperature. If the person is hot, lower their temperature with cold compresses. Of course remember the old adage, "the face is red, raise the head; the face is pale, raise the tail."
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I need to replace the chart bungies but how do I get the shock cord through those little holes?

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Start with a suitable size shock cord. We have been using 3/16" natural rubber shock cord from New Zealand. It takes about six feet of shock cord. For the present hole size you want to use 3/16" (6mm) shock cord. You could use 1/4" (8mm) but you may have to make the holes a bit larger to do so. Just a bit larger now though! This needs to be a very tight fit not to leak. Here is how to replace the shock cord. Cut the end of the cord with a fresh cut.
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How can I make stereo pairs?

Raster3D Frequently Asked Questions
There is a utility program in Raster3D called stereo3d. It will take any [mono] input file to render, and produce a side-by-side stereo pair of the same scene.
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In which pairs does the system work?

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Our systems at the moment only work with the EUR/USD cross, for being the most liquid and traded cross.
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What is the medical term for "shock fall out"?

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions - NHI
The medical term for the very onerous sounding "shock fall out" is "effluvium" which literally means shedding. It is usually the miniaturized hair i.e. the hair that is at the end of its lifespan due to genetic balding that is most likely to be shed. Less likely, some healthy hair will be shed, but this should regrow. Rarely, but sometimes, we notice some shedding of hair from a prior transplant when transplants are spaced less than one year apart. However, this hair grows back completely.
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C.2 WHERE CAN I FIND OXYGEN ABSORBERS?

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Because they are a relatively new tool on the food preservation and storage market, oxygen absorbers have not yet achieved a widespread dissemination amongst the various storage food dealers and suppliers. They are available, but you may have to do a bit of searching to find them. In addition to the above suppliers it may be possible to acquire oxygen absorbers through a LDS family cannery if you have one locally available. *Please see section IV.A.
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Do you sell waste ink absorbers?

electroversal > Frequently Asked Questions
No, we do not sell waste ink absorbers as the installation procedure requires specialist technical knowledge. Failure to follow correct procedures can cause damage to the printer and cause the printer to leak ink.
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Will I need to be re-evaluated to order additional pairs?

Presidio Sport and Medicine Company
No. All foot data is kept on file at our production facility. This information can be used for reorders for up to 6 years barring any major changes in your foot structure or weight. Contact us by phone or email to place reorders.
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What pairs do you trade?

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We concentrate on the GBP/USD, but may trade other pairs as well, including: EUR/USD, EUR/JPY, USD/JPY, USD/CHF, GBP/JPY.
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Why do I have pairs of eggs?

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Many women also learn to use 2 eggs at once. A woman that practices regularly can learn to move the 2 eggs in opposite directions until they hit each other. The vibrations are heavenly.
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HOW MANY PAIRS OF SHOES CAN BE MADE ON ONE LAST?

Digitoe FAQs
You can have hundreds of pairs of shoes made on the same "shoe last". The fit and size will always be the same.
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What is "pairs", and why do so many people do it?

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people dance together, and the point is to do the moves as similar as possible, and at the same time. I guess people like to do different things, and get different challenges.
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