Welcome to the Overland Journal Podcast

Hankook Dynapro Tires

The Journey to Suspension Expertise

The Dual Roles of Suspension

Understanding Spring and Unsprung Mass

Spring Rate Explained

The Case for Leaf Springs

Designing Effective Leaf Springs

Leaf Spring Technologies and Considerations

The Role of Shackles in Suspension

Coil Springs: From Torsion Bars to Modern

Understanding Coil Spring Design and

The Challenges of Coil Springs in Overlanding

The Role of Air Springs in Suspension Systems

Warner Overland Services

Improving Air Spring Reliability

The Importance of Jounce and Bump Stops

Rebound Jounce and Lift Considerations

Sway Bars and Their Impact on Vehicle

Understanding Dampers and Shock Absorbers

The Inner Workings of a Damper

Tuning and Heat Management in Dampers

The Role of Nitrogen in Dampers

Shaft Design and Protection

Tread Insurance for Adventure Travel

Twin Tube vs Monotube Dampers

Bushings: Natural Rubber vs Synthetic

Remote Reservoirs: Advantages and

Internal Bypass Technology in Dampers

Wrapping Up the Suspension Discussion

In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast, join host Scott Brady as he cruises through Australia's Cape York with suspension engineer Stuart Fooks from ARB. In this episode, Scott and Stu delve deep into the principles of overland suspension systems, covering everything from spring rates and leaf springs to coil springs, airbags, and dampers. They discuss the practical applications of suspension technology, the importance of tuning the suspension to match the vehicle's load and terrain, and share personal experiences from their off-road journeys. Along the way, they highlight the importance of reliability, safety, and maintaining a comfortable ride. This comprehensive guide is essential for any overland enthusiast looking to optimize their vehicle's suspension for maximum performance and durability. 

<p>In this episode, <em>Overland Journal Podcast, </em>join host Scott Brady as he cruises through Australia's Cape York with suspension engineer Stuart Fooks from ARB. In this episode, Scott and Stu delve deep into the principles of overland suspension systems, covering everything from spring rates and leaf springs to coil springs, airbags, and dampers. They discuss the practical applications of suspension technology, the importance of tuning the suspension to match the vehicle's load and terrain, and share personal experiences from their off-road journeys. Along the way, they highlight the importance of reliability, safety, and maintaining a comfortable ride. This comprehensive guide is essential for any overland enthusiast looking to optimize their vehicle's suspension for maximum performance and durability.&nbsp;</p>

The Overland Journal Podcast features the travelers, topics, and news related to the overlanding community and industry. This podcast is hosted by Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott. This podcast is a production of the Overland Journal Magazine and the expeditionportal.com website.

The Overland Journal Podcast features the travelers, topics, and news related to the overlanding community and industry.

The Overland Journal Podcast

Principles of Overlanding: Theory of Suspensions 

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