ShockWaves

OVERVIEW

Since its introduction in 1999, the ShockWave has proven to be the most significant development in air suspensions... ever! In the summer of 2003, two United States patents were granted concerning the design and function of the ShockWave.

What does this mean to you, the customer?

It means RideTech is the inventor of this technology, not an imitator. It also means that we will continue to develop and refine new variations of the ShockWave to meet your specific needs.

The ShockWave mounts like a coilover and replaces the coilspring with an adjustable air spring for a huge range of tuning options. It provides a simple, hightech way to provide the ultimate in adjustable suspension design. With more options than ever, the ShockWave is the foundation for a RideTech air suspension.

FEATURES

PERFORMANCE SHOCKS

The ShockWave uses premium impact forged monotube shocks available in several styles of adjustability for performance.

BOLT-ON INSTALLATION

Mounting of the ShockWave is typically a bolt in affair with little or no modification or fabrication needed.

IMPROVED RIDE QUALITY

With an air suspension you have a huge range of tuning ability for load capacity and spring rate at your fingertips.

ADJUSTABLE RIDE HEIGHT

Lower and raise the vehicle quickly for a unique look without sacrificing any drivability or durability.

DUARBILITY

Using the same high quality rubber that 18 wheelers use on today's highways, the airspring will last for many years.

IMPROVED TIRE CLEARENCE

By eliminating an outboard mounted shock, tire clearance at full steering lock is greatly improved on some applications.

The Shock in ShockWave

Easy access adjuster knob allows a wide range of 26 clicks of rebound adjustment →

Large rubber external bumpstop to prevent harsh bottoming out →

5/8" hardened shaft is precision ground and straightened to a tolerance of .001" for increased durability and performance →

Billet end cap with integrated debris wiper to prevent seal damage →

Oversized rod guide improves piston rod stability →

Integral internal bumpstop eliminates extension crashing →

Monotube design allows large piston for superior oil control, ride quality, and handling →

Hard coat external anodizing ensures years of lasting beauty and performance →

Teflon piston wiper and progressive valving allow consistent piston/bore contact and repeatable performance →

Monotube bore is cathode anodized for years of wear resistance →

Specially contoured composite gas separator cup optimizes dead length and ensures proper nitrogen/oil separation →

One piece IMPACT FORGED body allows efficient manufacture and reliable leak-free operation →

Long lasting Kevlar lined bearings allow wide articulation and low noise →

SHOCKWAVE OPTIONS

RQ Series

The Ride Quality ("RQ") series is a great entry level solution. It still retains all the mounting and installation advantages of the other shock series. With fixed shock valving, the RQ series is designed to optimize ride quality, leaving out the guess work.

Features:
• Fixed shock valving designed to optimize ride quality
• Aluminum impact forged construction provides leak free operation
• A great option for increasing ride quality and performance on a budget
• Monotube design

HQ Series

The Handling Quality ("HQ") series features adjustable shock valving. It is housed in a lightweight aluminum impact forged construction that is available in a wide range of stroke lengths, and mounting styles to fit a large variety of applications.

Features:
• Aluminum impact forged construction allows leak free operation
• Single rebound shock valving adjustment
• Monotube design for superior oil control
• Easy & precise valve adjustment with 26 rebound clicks

TQ Series

The Track Quality ("TQ") shock line goes beyond the typical double adjustable units that have been popular; the TA shock has a single rebound adjustment and a DUAL stage [high speed and low speed] compression adjustment.

Features:
• Single rebound adjustment PLUS dual stage high & low speed compression
• Aluminum impact forged shock construction for leak free operation
• Monotube design for superior oil control
• Remote reservoir includes mounting brackets

Select Series

The Select Series is a steel body monotube damper with TWO sets of independent internal valving so you can choose between "cruise-mode" with a soft compliant ride or a firmer "sport mode" for handling performance... all at the touch of a switch!

Features:
• Proven reliable OEM electronic damping technology
• Steel monotube construction
• Durability over 100k miles
• Instant response to valving changes
• Perfect for vehicles with radically changing loads.

TWO WAYS TO SHOP: BY VEHICLE:

BY UNIVERSAL APPLICATION:

Universal ShockWaves comes in a variety of mounting and ride height options, making them a perfect solution for your custom project. First you will need to choose the ShockWave best suited for your vehicle's load capacity; then you will need to choose compression and extended shock lengths. Choose from the options below:

1000 Series

The 1000 series double convoluted ShockWave, with its shorter stroke and larger diameter will have a larger load capacity and spring rate that is appropriate for the front of most vehicles. It is also a progressive spring, which means that the further it is compressed, the firmer the spring rate. This progressive spring rate helps the vehicle ride very comfortably at a normal ride height and still offer great handling when the spring is compressed farther, such as a tight turn.

104 Series

The 104mm ShockWave combines the load capacity of the double convoluted ShockWave with the stroke and linear spring rate of the rolling sleeve ShockWave. It is used in the front of some vehicles to further improve ride quality, and in the rear of some very heavy vehicles to increase load capacity. It is exactly the same overall diameter as the 6.5" diameter double convoluted ShockWave.

7000 Series

The 7000 and 8000 series ShockWave, with a smaller diameter and longer stroke will have a less load capacity and a softer spring rate that is appropriate for the rear of most vehicles with a solid rear axle. The spring rate and load capacity is infl uenced by the profi le of the lower piston. A straight piston will offer a very linear, or constant spring rate throughout its travel. A tapered lower piston will result in a more progressive spring rate much like the double convoluted airspring.

1000 Series ShockWave

Front

Diameter and load capacity:
6.5" diameter = 2140 lbs. at 100 psi

Recommended Applications:
Independent front and/or Independent rear installations on vehicles weighing 1500-2500 lbs. per axle. NOT recommended for solid axle rear applications... not enough travel, too much load capacity.

Shop for 1000 Series ShockWaves:
Each part number links to the appropriate product to add to your shopping cart. [Click Here] For a list of the differences between shock series.

1000 Series Double Convoluted					RQ Series	HQ Series	TQ Series	Select Series
1000 Series Double Convoluted					Non Adjustable	Single Adjustable	Triple Adjustable	Electronic Adjustable
Comp	Ride	Ext	Stroke	Mount	$700/pair	$900/pair	$1400/pair	$1200/pair
9.35	10.7	11.6	2.9	Bearing	24020101	21120101	24320101	25120101
9.65	11.0	11.9	2.9	Stud	24020105	21120105	24320105	25120105
10.05	11.8	13.0	3.6	Bearing	24030101	21130101	24330101	25130101
10.35	12.1	13.3	3.6	Stud	24030105	21130105	24330105	25130105
10.75	12.8	14.2	4.1	Bearing	24040101	21140101	24340101	25140101
11.05	13.1	14.5	4.1	Stud	24040105	21140105	24340105	25140105

104 Series ShockWave

Front

Diameter and load capacity:
6.5" diameter = 2010 lbs. at 100 psi

Recommended Applications:
Independent front and / or Independent rear installations on vehicles weighing 1200-2000 lbs. per axle. NOT recommended for solid axle rear applications... not enough travel, too much load capacity.

Shop for 1000 Series ShockWaves:
Each part number links to the appropriate product to add to your shopping cart. [Click Here] For a list of the differences between shock series.

104 Series Sleeve Style					RQ Series	HQ Series	TQ Series	Select Series
104 Series Sleeve Style					Non Adjustable	Single Adjustable	Triple Adjustable	Electronic Adjustable
Comp	Ride	Ext	Stroke	Mount	$700/pair	$900/pair	$1400/pair	$1200/pair
9.35	10.7	11.6	2.9	Bearing	24020301	21120301	24320301	25120301
9.65	11.0	11.9	2.9	Stud	24020305	21120305	24320305	25120305
10.05	11.8	13.0	3.6	Bearing	24030301	21130301	24330301	25130301
10.35	12.1	13.3	3.6	Stud	24030305	21130305	24330305	25130305
10.75	12.8	14.2	4.1	Bearing	24040301	21140301	24340301	25140301
11.05	13.1	14.5	4.1	Stud	24040305	21140305	24340305	25140305

7000 Series ShockWave

Rear

Diameter and load capacity:
4" diameter = 780 lbs. at 100 psi

Recommended Applications:
Solid rear axle: Rear axle weight is less than 1500lbs. NOT recommended for IFS installations... not enough load capacity

Shop for 1000 Series ShockWaves:
Each part number links to the appropriate product to add to your shopping cart. [Click Here] For a list of the differences between shock series.

7000 Series Rear ShockWave					RQ Series	HQ Series	TQ Series	Select Series
7000 Series Rear ShockWave					Non Adjustable	Single Adjustable	Triple Adjustable	Electronic Adjustable
Comp	Ride	Ext	Stroke	Mount	$700/pair	$900/pair	$1400/pair	$1200/pair
10.75	12.8	14.2	4.1	Bearing	24040701	21140701	24340701	25240701
11.85	14.6	16.4	5.2	Bearing	24050701	21150701	24350701	25250701
13	16.3	18.6	6.3	Bearing	24060701	21160701	24360701	25260701
13.75	17.5	20	6.9	Bearing	24070701	21170701	24370701	25270701

8000 Series ShockWave

Rear

Diameter and load capacity:
5" diameter = 1200 lbs. at 100 psi

Recommended Applications:
Solid rear axle: Rear axle weight is 1500-2400lbs. NOT recommended for IFS installations... not enough load capacity

Shop for 1000 Series ShockWaves:
Each part number links to the appropriate product to add to your shopping cart. [Click Here] For a list of the differences between shock series.

8000 Series Rear ShockWave					RQ Series	HQ Series	TQ Series	Select Series
8000 Series Rear ShockWave					Non Adjustable	Single Adjustable	Triple Adjustable	Electronic Adjustable
Comp	Ride	Ext	Stroke	Mount	$700/pair	$900/pair	$1400/pair	$1200/pair
10.75	12.8	14.2	4.1	Bearing	24040801	21140801	24340801	25240801
11.85	14.6	16.4	5.2	Bearing	24050801	21150801	24350801	25250801
13	16.3	18.6	6.3	Bearing	24060801	21160801	24360801	25260801
13.75	17.5	20	6.9	Bearing	24070801	21170801	24370801	25270801

General Terms to Know:

Compressed Length

This is the measurement from the two mounting points when the suspension is fully compressed.

Ride Length

This is the distance between the two mounting points when the vehicle is at the height it is intended to be driven

Extended Length

This is the length between the mounting points when the suspension is at full extension

Mounting Style

What length ShockWave should be used?

in general the longer the better. A longer ShockWave will give you more suspension travel. More suspension travel will allow a better ride quality because the vehicle has more distance to absorb road irregularities. The heavier the vehicle, the more important this becomes.

Information on ride height:

The ride height of the ShockWave is much more important than the air pressure it runs at.

Every ShockWave has an optimal ride height. The farther you deviate from this intended ride height the more ride quality and handling performance will suffer.

If run too low, the ShockWave and/or suspension may bottom out. If run too high, the excessive air pressure will create a stiff ride, AND you may "top out" the ShockWave.