Piston rods are long, straight metal bars that connect the piston to the crankshaft in an engine. They help convert the up-and-down motion of the piston into the rotational motion of the crankshaft, which powers the engine.
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- The dampers have new piston rods to reduce friction for more efficient control which translates into a feeling of greater body control with better bump absorption. (ferrariofseattle.com)
- It's also true that they separate on the shelf if stored vertically, piston rod up or down. (mechanics.stackexchange.com)
- Obviously though if the shocks have damaged piston rods, valves or they've been leaking gas / fluid then they'll need replacing. (mechanics.stackexchange.com)
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