The Right Ride for Heavy Loads

Factory suspension is built to do a little bit of everything, which is precisely the problem. Kiwis are big on towing, and if your weekends involve hitching up the boat, the caravan, the horse float or a trailer of dirt bikes, your rig is regularly carrying far more than the factory ever planned for. The result is compromised braking and steering, a harsher ride and worse fuel economy, and that’s before you’ve left the seal.

Head off-road and the stakes climb again. Heavy corrugations, ruts, rocks and river crossings punish standard set-ups, and without bigger shocks or upgraded leaf springs you’re signing up for extreme wear and tear and costly damage, all while chasing whatever ride comfort you can salvage.

ShockPro Workshops is a nationwide network of steering and suspension specialists, and the authorised New Zealand dealer of Pedders Suspension, as seen on 4WD 24/7. The Pedders TrakRyder range covers the lot: nitrogen-charged shocks, foam cell technology, adjustable shocks and parabolic leaf springs, backed by 75 years of tested performance in some of the most extreme environments on the planet.

Whether you tow often, carry serious weight through the week, or spend real time off the beaten track, there’s a set-up built for the way you actually drive. Have a chat with your local expert at ShockPro Workshops about the right upgrade for your rig.

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