Should my Koni's do this?

[korijo]

I have 2 sets of Koni red adjustables. One set is on the car now. The other is apart. With no springs, etc. on. My question is this:
Should the "shaft" part on the shock be able to be pushed in with some effort AND return to its original position? Mine DO NOT return. Is this normal? Or are they needing a rebuid?
Thanks
Korijo

[boxstr]

If you don't get an answer here try calling 1-800-200-9366 Paragon Products , they should be able to answer any Koni question.
Craig C. Laughlin CAMP 914

[URY914]

Springs when compressed or expanded return to the original position. Thats why they are called "springs". They spring back.

Shocks do not return. Shocks absorb the movement and control the rate the springs rebound to the original position. Thats is why they are called "shock absorbers".
Class dismissed.

[korijo]

Pheeeww! Thanks, Paul. Just wanted to be sure.
Korijo

[Zeke]

Originally posted by URY914
Springs when compressed or expanded return to the original position. Thats why they are called "springs". They spring back.

Shocks do not return. Shocks absorb the movement and control the rate the springs rebound to the original position. Thats is why they are called "shock absorbers".
Class dismissed.

Class back in session. Gas filled shocks will push out in thier own. The gas is not there to help dampen the suspension movement, but to keep air from being entrained in the shock oil during hard use. IIRC, konis are not pressurized like some others. Right or wrong, proffesor?

[DuckRyder]

Originally posted by Zeke


Class back in session. Gas filled shocks will push out in thier own. The gas is not there to help dampen the suspension movement, but to keep air from being entrained in the shock oil during hard use. IIRC, konis are not pressurized like some others. Right or wrong, proffesor?

Right

[URY914]

I knew someone would throw the gas shock issue back at me. Gas shocks do react differently that oil shocks.