Glossary / Engine

coilover

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A coilover is a part of the car's suspension that helps absorb bumps and keep the ride smooth. It combines two components into one, making it easier to adjust the car's height and handling.

Technical Definition

A coilover is a type of suspension system that combines a shock absorber and a coil spring into a single unit. They are commonly used in performance vehicles to improve handling and ride quality.

Hear It Discussed

"And that's a straight rail car. It has coilover. It's a more modern chassis. It's"
TMCP #645: John Kairys on AACF – Saving the Automotive Aftermarket When Life Hits Hard The MuscleCar Place 09:45

"It holds a 2.5 coilover and a 2.5 triple bypass shock. This is a long way from the pink shock boots..."
S3, E62 - SEMA, Part 5 The Truck Show Podcast 08:46

"So it's going to run on a coilover at the back. So it's sort of like a bell crank set up."
Jasmine Green | @six_four_stout Oil and Whiskey with Roadster Shop 20:45