Shock absorbers SS20. Shock absorbers for VAZ

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

To the question: "Is a car a luxury or a means of transportation?" - there are at least three answers. Someone will choose the first option, someone the second, and some - both at once. The truth, as usual, is out there somewhere. In fact, cars are very different in cost and functionality. At the same time, even in the budget "Lada" you can move comfortably. One of the components of this convenience is a good suspension, in which the car carries passengers smoothly and evenly. One of the main elements of such a suspension is a high-quality shock absorber.

SS20 shock absorbers are an upgraded counterpart for standard car suspension parts. This article will discuss the features of such parts, their advantages and disadvantages, applicability, completeness and installation tricks. And first, let's remember what they are and how they work.

Likbez: suspension dampers

So, what are shock absorbers for? Of course, for depreciation. The fact is that when the main suspension elements - springs or springs - work, damping the unevenness of the road surface, their vibrations are transmitted to the car, and the wheels can lose their grip onsurface. Shock absorbers just serve to protect against such suspension vibrations and to maintain good traction of the wheels with the road.

The role of each shock absorber is equally important, as a bump can occur anywhere. At the same time, they constantly work in pairs. Firstly, at the moment of acceleration, when the car squats a little on the back, and the front wheels, on the contrary, rise. The stronger the engine, the more noticeable this phenomenon is. Secondly, at the moment of braking, when the reverse picture occurs, and the car sort of crouches forward.

The quality of a shock absorber is affected by many factors. The main ones are:

construction and type;

temperature setting;

location relative to wheels;

driving style.

SS20 Features

Shock absorbers of this brand are often asked in auto shops. The Sistema Tekhnologii company, which manufactures these products, completes spare parts only with its own developments. The main requirements for any shock absorbers are quality and reliability, and in this case, the main role is also played by:

- increased tensile strength;

- the highest quality products;

- silent operation;

- two-year unlimited mileage warranty;

- 4 categories to choose from;

- own patented developments.

With a choice of Standard, Comfort, Road and Sport series, SS20 shock absorbers are available to motorists with different stylesdriving. Another feature is the applicability of products for domestic cars. This is primarily VAZ, then UAZ and GAZ. Among foreign cars - so far only Daewoo Nexia, Zaz Sens, Chevrolet Lanos, Zaz Chance and Hyundai Solaris.

About the manufacturer

Brand SS20, shock absorbers for different car models, is produced by the Russian research and production enterprise Sistema Tekhnologii. Despite the relatively young age, and she has been working since 1993, the company has enough achievements. It all started with a desire to improve the standard suspension parts offered by the factory. The first sign was the support of the front shock absorber on the VAZ. Then other developments followed. Today, the production of almost all suspension elements has been launched: shock absorbers, supports for them, chippers, thrust bearings, amplifiers for strut supports, vibration and noise insulators for spring cups.

The company patents every new development. Among the best known is the "skirted" shock absorber piston. For Niva-Chevrolet, UAZ and GAZ vehicles, shock absorbers with an enlarged body cylinder are used, which allows increasing the internal volume of oil. This also increases the heat transfer area, which means that the liquid will last even longer without loss of quality.

The company actively participates in the public and scientific life of society, putting its developments to be tested in the tough conditions of racing competitions. After the observations, the products are finalized and strengthened. SS20s (shock absorbers) have virtually no weak points. At the same time, the enterpriseopen for cooperation and constantly looking for new technical solutions for car suspension.

Varieties and applications

The main emphasis in the production of SS20 is on the domestic manufacturer. Shock absorbers on the VAZ are a priority. Lineup includes:

shock absorbers for classic and Chevrolet Niva;

items for VAZ 2108-2115;

shock absorber struts for Kalina, Priora and Grant.

At the same time, each subspecies is made in four versions from “Standard” to “Sport”. The internal classification of SS20 is its own, and the article, for example, of the front shock absorber on the Priora in the standard version will be SS20117.

Under UAZ cars there are also options with classic, but more reliable quality, and sports. Cars of UAZ "Patriot" and UAZ "Hunter" brands are not forgotten. The SS20 shock absorber for UAZ in the standard version has an increased resource and the quality of an elite assembly on a glass of increased diameter.

For cars of the GAZ SS20 brand, it is just beginning to be applied. The model range of shock absorbers is presented only in the "Comfort" version. At the same time, the product also uses a patented piston with a "skirt" and an increased size of the body.

For some foreign cars, SS20 shock absorbers have also been developed and are being produced, reviews of which are already pleasing. These are rear shock absorbers for Solaris, as well as Nexia and its relatives ZAZ Sens and Chevrolet Lanos.

Reviews from car owners

Reviewing feedback from owners of the SS20, a new generation of shock absorbers,which are in constant demand, we see two main points. Firstly, some of the responders praise products without substantiating it in any way. Another point is that negative reviews are mainly associated with an error in the selection. An ordinary situation when a person who wants a cool sports suspension gets super-hard shock absorbers, on which every pebble of the road surface feels.

The most interesting are reviews with real observations about how long certain SS20 front shock absorbers run, what changed in the kit, what roads the “pumped” car drives on, etc. Initially, it is clear that more durable products will be somewhat tougher, and you have to pay for it with a part of the comfort. This moment is very similar to the story with polyurethane. By replacing soft rubber with durable polyurethane, you get a long product life, but a stiffer suspension.

Good points

How good are shock absorbers from Sistema Tekhnologii? There are actually a lot of positives. The benefits of the SS20 are best experienced by those who know exactly what they need it for. Especially in cases where native factory shock absorbers for some reason do not suit.

Among the auspicious moments it should be noted:

increased service life: under the same conditions, the SS20 rear suspension shock absorbers, for example, last much longer than their native counterparts;

Guaranteed product quality,despite total control, a small percentage of products may have flaws - a guaranteed replacement is provided for this;

quiet operation of shock absorbers;

the ability to choose a specific product design; someone prefers a little tuning and soft, calm movement, while someone needs speed and maximum controllability;

use of high quality materials and fluids.

What you might not like

The main disadvantage of SS20 shocks is their durability. In order to have a large margin of safety, they use high-quality wear-resistant materials. And this very often increases the stiffness in the suspension. Among the 4 branded performances of the SS20, the most interesting are the first and last. In the first case, we simply get an improved version of the native factory analogue, the most preferred for domestic roads.

Sporty version suitable for racing cars on ideal road surfaces. Due to the desire to create a compromise between handling and real comfort, the SS20 shock absorbers "Comfort" and "Track" lose somewhat, although they also find their admirers.

Shock absorbers SS20

In order to get the real effect of replacing the shock absorber with an advanced version of the SS20, it is not enough to put only it. No, the effect of the replacement, of course, will be, but if we take it and disassemble this assembly anyway, it is better to make the replacement complex.

Complete replacement kit includes:

- shock absorber strut;

- support;

-spring;

- chipper;

- boot;

- necessary noise isolators.

For VAZ 2108 and 2110 models, there are ready-made SS20 modules for the front suspension, which include all the above components. Each element of the module has its own warranty. It is also possible to pick up a kit in any design, from "Standard" to "Sport". The advantages of the SS20 module are in the balance of the selected elements of the set and in the facilitated installation on the car.

Shock absorbers for VAZ

The largest line of SS20 products is provided for the domestic car manufacturer Togliatti Automobile Plant VAZ. Shock absorbers are carefully designed for each model. Neither the classic VAZ nor the 4x4 models are ignored. Of course, there is a complete set for "Priora", "Kalina" and "Grants". Variants for Vesta and X-Ray are being prepared for production.

It should be noted that all SS20 shocks have increased strength and durability. Products are able to work in a wide temperature range from -50 to +100 degrees Celsius. Weak spots in the attachment points are worked out and reinforced. The eye bushes are also made of wear-resistant rubber or polyurethane.

There is a special "gold" series for suspension elements of domestic models. It includes supports, springs and shock absorbers. A distinctive point of this series is the use of all developments that are tested in the harsh conditions of racingtrails. The same SS20 rear shock absorbers from the "gold" series will compare favorably with the "Standard" series in the direction of increased reliability and quality.

SS20 for UAZ

For domestic SUVs manufactured by the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant, the SS20 also includes two options. These are SS20 shock absorbers for UAZ "Patriot":

front SS20185;

rear SS20186.

These products differ from the original in a larger diameter case, which contains a larger amount of special fluid. Also, shock absorbers are made of high quality materials and have an increased service life.

For the classic UAZ, the SS20186 shock absorber is used, and it is the same for both the front and rear suspension. The Hunter will also fit the SS20 rear shocks. "Patriot" from UAZ with the new thing installed will be pleasantly pleased with improved handling.

Installation features

The procedure for installing shock absorbers is not a complicated process and is available to every man. The main thing is that there is a desire and skills to work with tools. There are a variety of instructions with videos, according to which it will not be difficult to replace the shock absorber. There is no point in describing this process. Let's dwell on a couple of points.

Should I bleed my SS20 shock? It is known that pumping the shock absorber removes excess air or gas that could get into the inner sleeve. This can happen mainly due to improper storage. It takes quite a bittime, so it is recommended to pump anyway. After that, the shock absorber should be kept horizontal until installation.

If it is possible to take the shock absorber assembly assembly for replacement, you need to take it. This makes installation much easier. At the same time, the details in the module are perfectly balanced.

Conclusion

Sistema tekhnologii SS20 shock absorbers deserve the closest attention. Patented developments significantly increase the reliability, strength and durability of products. An established quality control system keeps the highest possible level. A well-thought-out level system and a significant coverage of domestic cars are the key to a long and successful work.