Ride Height Archives - Brake & Front End
The Complete Shock And Strut Swap

One mistake to avoid when replacing struts is reusing the bearing plates or upper mounts.

Crossover Suspension Service

Most drivers assume taller is safer. But, the opposite is true when it comes to stability.

VIDEO: The Importance Of Measuring Vehicle Ride Height

Ride height specs are critical but they differ from vehicle to vehicle. This video presented by Hunter Engineering.

Alignment Specs: 2002-2010 Jeep Liberty

The control arms are robust, but the stock ball joints proved to be this vehicle’s weak link early in its life.

Top Alignment Tips

When doing your pre-alignment inspection, always check and set tire inflation pressures.

VIDEO: Comparative Ride Height Analysis

Learn how to measure and save time for your next repair. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

VIDEO: Loaded Struts And Suspension Ride Height

Find out how much you really know about repairing loaded struts. This video is sponsored by GSP North America.

Ride Height And Spring Diagnostics: Why Do Springs Droop?

No road is entirely flat. Even a small tar strip or dip causes movement in the suspension. This movement is controlled by the spring and dampener. No matter the type of movement, the spring is compressed and then releases the energy into the body, dampener or road.

VIDEO: Dynamic vs. Static Ride Height

Andrew Markel details the process of checking for dynamic ride height, and its differences from static ride height. Sponsored by Monroe Shocks & Struts.

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VIDEO: Wheel Displacement Sensor Diagnostics

Andrew Markel discusses the wheel displacement sensor (or ride height sensor) and the modules these sensors communicate with in order to determine ride height. Sponsored by Standard.

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Vehicle Alignment Spec: 2002-2010 Jeep Liberty

Overall, the 2002-2010 Jeep Liberty is an easy vehicle to align. But, you have to pay attention during the initial inspection.

Ford F-250: Raising Rear Ride Height

Some customers with 2011-2016 F-250 Super Duty 4×4 vehicles want to raise the rear of their vehicle to change vehicle attitude appearance. This procedure provides the necessary information for this modification in accordance with engineering specifications.