In a strut
suspension, the strut assembly usually contains a spring seat to retain the coil
spring that supports the weight of the vehicle. The strut is attached at the
bottom to the lower control arm and at the top to the vehicle body. The upper
connection usually contains a bearing that permits the coil spring to rotate as
the wheels turn, for smoother steering.
The strut suspension has eliminated the need for
several parts, including the upper control arm and the upper ball joint. This
has several advantages including lighter suspension weight, fewer moving parts
and more room in the engine compartment.
F & F Tire & Service Co.
Wisconsin
Locations
20120 W Bluemound
Brookfield, WI (262)
786-9170
410 N Moorland Rd.
Brookfield, WI 53005 (262) 785-1730
7425 W. Holmes Ave
Greenfield, WI (414)
421-1155
10730 National
Ave.
West Allis, WI (414)
321-5009
564 E. Grand Ave.
Beloit, WI (608)
365-9393
3108 N. Pontiac
Dr.
Janesville, WI (608)
756-3594
4671 S 27TH St.
Greenfield, WI 53221 (414)
281-5844