Audi Coil Springs and Audi control arm gives a comfortable ride

Anthony Fontanelle
September 24, 2007

When it comes to people, most individuals consider one's background or past records if they wish to acquire an idea of the kind of person they are dealing with. The same thing applies when choosing a vehicle. History tells a lot of interesting facts and the background of a car company is often considered before one thinks about acquiring a particular car make or model. When it comes to the German automaker, Audi, consumers have an interesting history to read about—a history of excellence, passion and dedication. Audi has always founded its success as a company in this “Advancement Through Technology."" This has extended into every aspect of their work. By ensuring that only high quality performance parts are involved in the construction of their vehicles, Audi has cemented a reputation for being one of the leading car makers in the industry. This is even manifested in how Audi cars are equipped with reliable suspension systems that have been highly responsible for improving handling and braking. Safety and driving pleasure both are thus ensured. Such laudable features have been made possible with the help of Audi coil springs and the Audi control arm.

Audi coil springs are actually the most common among many different kinds of springs. They are also referred to, at time, as helical springs because they assume the shape of a helix or spiral. An Audi coil spring is usually made of elastic material that compress as well as expand in order to absorb the motion of the wheels. The coil spring supports the weight of the car and keeps it stable on different kinds of road surface. The spring is able to stretch when driving through a pot hole and to compress if humps are encountered. The Audi control arm, on the other hand, is used to attach suspension parts like Audi coil springs, to the chassis. When coil springs are used in both front and rear suspension, three or four control arms are placed between the rear axle housing and the frame to manage driving and brake torque. The lower control arms pivot on the frame members and sometimes support the rear coil springs to provide for up-and-down movement of the axle and wheel assembly. The two bottom points of the Chevy control arms that form the letter A are attached to the frame of the vehicle while the top point is secured to the spindle.

Proper maintenance of these mechanisms is the key to keeping them at the top of their game. Take the Audi control arm, for example, it must be lubricated every time an oil inspection is performed. Otherwise, handling and steering may become erratic if the control arms are malfunctioning and the unsteady movements of the vehicle will do away with riding comfort. While Audi coil springs can loose their tempering after a while and the springs may sag because they can no longer withstand the loads applied, one can take measures to ensure that they are fixed. A solution is to reset them to their original length or setting them to a different length. If one notices some irregularities with the suspension system, it is recommended to have it checked immediately to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

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