As the spring mount at the top of the shock absorber assembly, the top mount absorbs more than a quarter of the vehicle’s weight in impact forces when driving on uneven roads, playing an indispensable role. Today, let’s take a closer look at it! The function of the top layer The shock absorber top mount is made of rubber and serves to cushion and dampen vibrations. When the spring is fully compres...
As a key component of a car’s chassis, the shock absorber serves to dampen the vibrations caused by the spring rebounding after absorbing shocks and to absorb the energy from road impacts. However, as friction between the components leads to rapid wear and tear, this is where its trusty companion, the ‘top rubber’, comes into its own. The high-quality top mount, acting as the spring seat at the to...