Dobinsons Shock Absorber Buying Guide

Dobinsons is a trusted brand when it comes to shocks and suspension components for off-road vehicles. Their products are designed to provide superior performance, durability, and reliability in harsh driving conditions. If you're considering upgrading your shocks, there are several reasons why Dobinsons should be at the top of your list.

First and foremost, Dobinsons shocks are engineered to handle the toughest terrain. Whether you're driving on rocky trails, sandy dunes, or muddy tracks, Dobinsons shocks provide optimal control and comfort. Their suspension components are rigorously tested in extreme conditions to ensure that they can withstand the most demanding off-road adventures. Dobinsons shocks are also designed to handle heavy loads, making them ideal for 4x4 enthusiasts who like to travel with camping gear, tools, and other equipment.

Another reason to consider Dobinsons shocks is their versatility. They offer a wide range of products to suit different driving styles and vehicle types. Whether you have a small SUV or a heavy-duty truck, Dobinsons has a shock that will work for you. They also offer shocks with different damping rates, which allows you to customize your ride for your specific needs. If you want a firm and responsive ride, you can choose a shock with a higher damping rate. If you prefer a smoother and more comfortable ride, you can opt for a shock with a lower damping rate.

Twin Tube Nitro-Gas 

Where possible Dobinsons design each part number to provide a longer shock absorber for more wheel travel, firmer valving for a more controlled ride and a larger body with increased oil capacity for cooler operation than the original vehicle shock absorbers.

Other hidden design features also include thicker external tube wall thickness up to 3mm on Dobinsons 4×4 struts where other brands use as small as 1.5mm.

Selected Dobinsons 4×4 struts also include single piece drop forged lower mounting stems to provide far superior strength and reliability.

 

 

Internal Monotube Shocks (IMS) 

Dobinsons IMS Monotube Shocks are designed for next level performance over twin tube shocks in those hot, harsh and demanding conditions. By utilising the monotube design IMS Shocks are able to resist fade far longer on corrugated roads, long and intense 4WD trips or towing conditions. 

The larger 50 and 60mm high flow pistons reduce internal pressures, reduce the heat generated, transfer heat to the body for faster cooling and offer improved damping performance and vehicle control at higher shaft speeds on rough terrain and during big impacts.

Monotube Remote Reservoir (MRR)

Built on the back of the race winning Monotube Remote Reservoir (MRR) shock absorbers, Dobinsons new range of MRR Adjustable shock absorbers combine the best in high performance race-bred Monotube technology, with an all new 3-way damping adjustment system to turn your 4x4 into the ultimate off-road machine.

The new 6063 honed aluminum reservoir, revised light-weight floating piston, Carbon Fibre/PTFE/Disulphide composite wear band, improved 3-stage sealing system and the ability to run lower gas pressure with the addition of the reservoir compression adjuster, have combined to provide massive reductions in shock absorber friction, resulting in an improved vehicle ride and damping performance. 

 

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact our friendly experts for advice on 02 8711 9711