Do Dobinsons springs settle?
Dobinsons Springs once fitted may settle approximately 5mm in the first few weeks after being fitted but will not settle any further afterwards.
Where are dobinson shocks made?
Built In 1991 Dobinsons moved to its current location in Rockhampton, and in 1994 Reg retired leaving Glen and Keith as directors of the ever-growing company.
What is dobinson IMS?
Dobinsons IMS monotube shock absorbers are designed for next level performance over twin tube shocks in those hot, harsh, demanding conditions.
Is Dobinsons Australian?
Built On Pride In the mid 90’s their vision saw them design and build an entire coil spring manafacturing line and Dobinsons began producing world class coil springs from their Australian production facility.
How long does it take for lift springs to settle?
The lift kit will likely settle in maybe in the 0.5-1.0″ range but it is really impossible to tell exactly how much in advance. It can take a few weeks to a month depending on how much you work the coils.
How much do lift springs settle?
So how much settling is “very little?” Correctly matched springs will settle no more than 1/4 to 1/2 Inch once the car is finished and driven.
Which is better monotube or twin tube?
When it comes to performance, custom feel, and all-out repeatability and reliability, monotube shocks are superior because: Better damping force. Better heat dissipation. The free-floating piston stop the gas and oil from mixing.
How good are Dobinsons shocks?
Both Shocks Oil, was very surprisingly in excellent condition. I was at least expecting them to have some degree of tarnish from extended corrugations of the Canning Stock Route, but there was not even a hint of burnt smell or colouration. It was definitely surprising & obviously a quality oil.
Is Dobinsons IMS adjustable?
It combines the known quality of Dobinsons components with the performance of a Monotube 50mm bore shock and the Front is height adjustable, meaning you can fine tune your ride height to your desired look, or to increase lost height when new accessories have been fitted.
Is there a left and right coil spring?
For torsion springs: Pick up the spring and look into it. If the wire is jutting out at the 9 o’clock position then the spring is left-hand wound. If it’s jutting out in the 3 o’clock position, the spring is right-hand wound.
How much does a lift kit settle?
Do springs lower over time?
The Springs Don’t “Settle” But Ride Height May Change Let me explain. When people ask if lowering springs need to settle, they are asking whether or not the ride will go even lower after the initial install of lowering springs. The answer to that is yes.
Who are Dobinsons?
Established in 1953, is largely based on Leaf and Coil Spring Manufacturing and the supply of Suspension Components. With several generations of family ownership and experiences, Dobinsons has become one of the leaders in the Spring Industry in Australia applying the years of knowledge into their products.
Why choose Dobinsons leaf springs?
Each Dobinsons leaf spring is shotpeened on the tension side of each life and completely scragged. This dramatically reduces the chance of sagging and breakage and doubles the expected working life of the spring. Random sampling from production is then also durability tested to ensure Dobinsons leaf springs will outlast the competitors.
What makes Dobinsons coil springs so special?
All Dobinsons coil springs are ‘hot wound’ and the hardening and tempering of our coil springs is completed by an extremely precise electronically controlled furnace to eliminate breakage and sagging. Each coil spring is precisely wound by a programmable logic computer to achieve perfect pitch.