Is there any benefit of piggyback shock over a hose mounted reservoir design?
• A: The piggyback design dissipates heat better. The aluminum head and the oil radiate the heat to an aluminum piggyback reservoir better than a braided steel line and oil radiate heat to a remote reservoir. • Q: What is the purpose of shock covers? • A: Shock covers lengthen the life of seals and protect the shaft from pitting and corrosion. Shock covers prevent pitting of the powder-coated springs as well as the shaft. The shock covers prevent dirt and moisture from sticking to the shaft. Dirt, moisture and mud are a problem as they are abrasives. When they dry, the shaft becomes like sandpaper, which shortens the life of the neoprene seals.
