While searching for front suspension parts online, I see these references. What's the difference between a shock, a strut, and a strut assembly?
1998 Tacoma TRD
1998 Tacoma TRD
Shocks, Struts, & Strut Assys - Oh My!
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Struts and shocks are very similar in function, but very different in design. The job of both is to control excessive spring motion; however, struts are also a structural component of the suspension. Struts can take the place of two or three conventional suspension components and are often used as a pivot point for steering and to adjust the position of the wheels for alignment purposes.
Looks like the words are used for one another..in my mind the following in order are a shock, a strut and a strut assembly.
Struts and shocks are very similar in function, but very different in design. The job of both is to control excessive spring motion; however, struts are also a structural component of the suspension. Struts can take the place of two or three conventional suspension components and are often used as a pivot point for steering and to adjust the position of the wheels for alignment purposes.
Looks like the words are used for one another..in my mind the following in order are a shock, a strut and a strut assembly.
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A picture is worth 1000 words - thank you for taking the time to post them.