How Mono vs Twin Tube Shock Absorbers Work

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@nickstevens3139 7 ай бұрын

Pros and cons of each? The twin tube provides for a longer piston stroke. A single tube can get around this with a piggy back reservoir. Most cars have twin tube shocks but motorcycles habe single tubes.

@davidgolf7562 29 күн бұрын

TWIN TUBE Pro: more available overall travel for given length Cons: reduced piston size means poorer damping ability, generally outer tube air/gas is not pressurised only trapped so oil is under less pressure which means it is more prone to cavitation or aeration. MONO TUBE is pretty much the opposite. Ultimate performance this is a mono tube with an external reservoir as you can then have all the benefits of both damper types.

@RiderP411 5 күн бұрын

This twin tube fluid is not pressurized which means it's an emulsion shock and it's the cheapest and worst performing shock. All high performance vehicles have pressurized shock.

@mafosa9563 Жыл бұрын

on the monotube. you could always add a schrader valve and add or subtract nitrogen. drill out the other side and change the weight value to your liking. weld up the hole. "dont always have to live inside the box!"

@johncunningham4820 10 ай бұрын

You can do the SAME with Twin Tube . Point HERE is that the Monotube is considered the more Responsive type , like for Motorsport , whereas , the Twin-tube design is significantly more ROBUST for Off-Road applications or Heavy Vehicle use . There are , in fact , even Triple Tube types . For Super Heavy Duty .

@mrtopcat2 9 ай бұрын

Would a stored/shelved NOS gas charged monotube lose pressure simply over time?

@johncunningham4820 9 ай бұрын

@@mrtopcat2 . Monotube , possibly , though not likely . Twintube , No , not without Rusting through .

@mrtopcat2 9 ай бұрын

@@johncunningham4820 Thank you.

@sanagebo 8 ай бұрын

Hi thank you for the explanation May I ask in mono-tube what is the pressure in the gas chamber?

@BSBMFG1 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for doing this video, I would like to also build a clear shock for teaching purpose but need help in finding tube and process for machining it. Can you help please

@traka795 8 ай бұрын

hello. How could I find out how far away I should leave the separator piston of a monotube shock and at what pressure I should pressurize it?

@user-jw4hq6uz1v 7 ай бұрын

What type of oil is used in the dampers ?? is there any specific name for the oil or properties ?

@guncalinhosiqueira8547 7 ай бұрын

👍great explanation 💯

@CB-ud6ts Жыл бұрын

So what is the benefit of each?

@Monkey_D_Luffy56 28 күн бұрын

Thanks, I was confused why there's an oil on shock absorbers when oil isn't that compressible

@happyrecluse2849 Ай бұрын

Bare in mind, the shock is used to dampen the oscillating effect of the springs...

@MasHaiHil 10 күн бұрын

What if I add air inside the monotube oil chamber? Will it make my ride smoother? Because my motorcycle monotube shock absorber are so stiff I think

@manoelzeferino 7 ай бұрын

Good morning, I am an automotive training teacher. Where can I buy this demo kit? I am from Brazil

@ashokmnagaral1133 6 ай бұрын

This 1 real time video demo is equal to 1000s of other videos showing in animation or explanation but still making viewer wonder how !

@carloscubas2824 Жыл бұрын

where can I buy those demo shocks?

@brianfalzon5007 Жыл бұрын

Is the twin tube also charged with nitrogen?

@CB-ud6ts Жыл бұрын

The main thing to note Is that one Cavitates where the other doesn’t, and that’s where the true performance happens. Perhaps this would be helpful to explain.

@skrobie Жыл бұрын

what does cavitation mean in this context.

@CB-ud6ts Жыл бұрын

@@skrobie Google is your friend

@draco147 Жыл бұрын

@@skrobie Wikipedia description: "Cavitation is a phenomenon in which the static pressure of a liquid reduces to below the liquid's vapour pressure, leading to the formation of small vapor-filled cavities in the liquid. When subjected to higher pressure, these cavities, called "bubbles" or "voids", collapse and can generate shock waves that may damage machinery."

@Souper309d Жыл бұрын

@@draco147 that is how one is helpful, 🙂

@DREWsbigadventure 8 ай бұрын

Which one cavitates and which does not?

@dillonGC Жыл бұрын

This is a great tool for visualization, still trying to decide which is better. Many people say that mono tube is better, but most affordable adjustable shocks are twin tube. Does it even matter?

@midas617 Жыл бұрын

The twin-tube is softer. The monotube is stiffer.

@nezabytes Жыл бұрын

Monotube is better for performance by far.

@DriveManual 10 ай бұрын

The real benefit is you can run any mono inverted for less unsprung weight

@dabok2 Күн бұрын

my Q is... what happens if twintube test in up side position.. will it function properly?

@SteveXNYC 3 ай бұрын

Pretty sure the air will mix with the oil when the fluid and material get hot from rapid action. If the rod seal leak, air will leak into the oil and thats the end of the shocks.

@munnachakra4342 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful beautiful beautiful explanation sir, I want to know if only mono tube shocks are filled with nitrogen or can twin tubes also be filled with nitrogen. My second question is I have a Toyota Etios whose front shocks dont dampen as good as they are supposed to do , experts say that grade 32 ISO is not suitable for front shocks in Indian driving and climatic conditions but it's okay for rear shocks. They advised me to go for 46 grade ISO oil for my front shock rebuild,what is your suggestion sir.

@saultube44 4 ай бұрын

Twin tubes can have Nitrogen Gas too. Use Struts for front shocks. For better cushion use Sorbotane pads for the Strut Base. Also SuperSprings stubs. Google is your friend

@munnachakra4342 4 ай бұрын

@@saultube44 Thank you brother for your kind reply . I dont understand what are 90/10 and 70/30 shocks which offers a smoother ride As I cant afford for a luxury sedan Full size 5 metres long or the executive sedan 4.75 metres long even not in used condition all I have is sedan under 4.5 metres all I expect is just little comfort

@saultube44 4 ай бұрын

@@munnachakra4342 You're welcome. That's a question for the Automotive Shop, they'll advice you well. Good luck

@MichaelMantion 2 жыл бұрын

You deserve more views..

@robertslegers257 10 ай бұрын

That is why my shocks wear out every 20,000 miles.

@saultube44 4 ай бұрын

You forgot to mention that some Twin Tube Shocks have also Nitrogen Gas, just like the Monotube Shock

@hiitsunny2599 Жыл бұрын

Hi, do you know where to buy this transparent absorber?

@Tom-ik5sc Жыл бұрын

He's using a model for demonstration. Those aren't real shocks you could put on a vehicle.

@jacobsebastien3910 2 жыл бұрын

KYB Monomax is the Best Monotube shot for trucks!" 💪

@calholli 2 жыл бұрын

The only real difference is that the twin tube has two valves that can fail instead of just one.. lovely

@bwagenberg 2 жыл бұрын

You didn't say anything about how they handle when you hit a pothole.

@midas617 Жыл бұрын

The twin tube is softer. The monotube is stiffer.

@TranceFur Жыл бұрын

Wrong and wrong. Either type can be built to be very soft or very stiff. Monotube can actually feel more comfortable in many cases, because they’re able to react quicker to inputs.

@barenekid9695 Ай бұрын

Mono tubes are Too Often; Bad News. In that they are MUCH stiffer Even alterinmg spring rates... in some cases. Avoid the things, unless a Racer and you Know exactly what is going to happen.

@man.coffeemakersaman7269 2 ай бұрын

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@h7opolo Жыл бұрын

you never showed the entire device. this is fishy.

@andresmartinezramos7513 2 ай бұрын

That is the entire device. What are you talking about?

@mechcntr7185 2 ай бұрын

Not a good explanation

@albirdie1630 2 жыл бұрын

yeah i have a question, what preload settings (1 to 5) should (300pounds + gear) heavy rider use and are aftermarket shock absorbers a worthy investment for said rider, given the fact that it is on cheap-ish 500cc maxi scooter? ta