Rating of the best manufacturers of suspension springs for 2022

The suspension design of any truck or trailer usually includes leaf springs. Since the days of horse-drawn carts, these parts have proven their endurance, reliability, and irreplaceability. Since then, they have not undergone fundamental changes and, like any components, can fail over time. Therefore, with the correct selection of parts, a specific car model is necessarily taken into account. However, the choice is not easy to make now. After all, the market is filled with numerous types of vehicles for moving a variety of goods. Be sure to take into account the operating conditions and do not forget about the specifics of Russian roads, which in some regions are just a direction in space.

General information

Suspension spring - an element of elasticity of an automobile suspension that compensates for vibrations or shocks due to bumps and bumps in the road.

In engineering terms, this is a simple structure consisting of sheets (plates), fasteners (bolts), ladders.

In the manufacturing process, the material for the plates is selected according to the purpose of the vehicle (military, cargo, passenger car), climatic operating conditions, design continuity and thickness. As a rule, the following types of steel are used:

• structural spring-spring 55S2, 60S2, 60S2G;
• nickel-containing 60С2Н2А;
• chrome-vanadium 50XFA.

The inclusion of vanadium or nickel allows you to move the cold brittleness threshold to increase the reliability of the material in winter conditions.

Hardening methods for each plate:

• surface water cooling;
• self-tempering to obtain a hard, wear-resistant surface and moderate core toughness.

At the same time, each sheet number works independently for bending. The root leaf with eyes is the longest. To reduce wear, the ends are equipped with anti-creak washers. They are usually connected with steel brackets and a central bolt.

At the same time, mono-sheet products are often found, then shock absorbers are of great importance for reducing vibrations.

In trucks, the springs are usually fixed above the bridge, in cars - under the bridge. The ends are attached to the body with hinges.When driving through them, the load from the frame is transferred to the chassis.

Varieties

By location

1. Transverse - in both Ford-A and Ford-T suspensions, now it is practically not used.
2. Longitudinal - found on trucks, as well as medium-duty dump trucks.
3. Diagonal - type of Tatra T87 vehicles.

Installation side

1. Left - on the left side of the car.
2. Right - on the right side of the vehicle.

By shape

1. Elliptical - the concave sides of the root plates form an ellipse. Installed on horse-drawn carriages and early cars.
2. ¾-elliptical - in the form of three quarters of an ellipse. It was put on horse-drawn carriages and early cars.
3. Semi-elliptical - in the form of a semi-ellipse. Received the most distribution.
4. ¼-elliptical - in the form of one quarter of an ellipse, when one of the ends of the semi-elliptical spring is fixedly attached to the chassis, and the second is hung out cantilever.
5. Parabolic - a small number of plates with a variable section are adjacent to each other with even sides through a spacer with a gap.

By index:

1. Index A - provides a minimum of suspension lift, suitable for machines with minimal or no additional load.
2. Index B - for the periodic transportation of light cargo no more than 200 kg on vehicles without a winch and a power bumper.
3. Index C - for the constant transportation of goods up to 300 kg on cars with a steel bumper, a trunk equipped with a winch.
4. Index D - for the regular transportation of goods up to 500 kg on vehicles equipped with additional accessories - power bumper, trunk, winch.
5. The S index is a standard height product to improve handling while maintaining the original height of the machine.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages are:

• simplicity of design;
• high reliability;
• universality;
• compactness;
• small cost.

However, there are a number of shortcomings:

• rapid wear;
• rigidity in movement reduces comfort;
• the need for constant care and maintenance.

Where are they used

Springs are designed for heavy weight and overload, so they are more often installed on trucks, dump trucks or trailers. The front design is designed for comfort in the cabin, the rear - to carry the main load.

If installed on a passenger car, the suspension will become very stiff, which the driver and passengers will definitely feel with their “fifth point”. In addition, handling deteriorates due to the limited suspension travel. As a result, such a design for passenger cars is simply not required.

Criterias of choice

Before buying, you should pay attention to the following points in order to avoid mistakes when choosing:

1. The purpose of using the car:

• regular trips in urban areas (driver, one passenger, no more than 50 kg in the trunk) - depending on the elevator, they will fit with index A or B;
• permanent transportation of goods in the trunk or body weighing up to 250 kg - due to the load, it will be required with index C or D.

2. Vehicle equipment with additional accessories - winches, power bumpers, protection, additional fuel tanks:

• equipped - according to the load, they are needed with indexes C or D;
• not equipped - according to the desired elevator, they will fit with indexes A or B.

3. Frequency and weight of additionally transported cargo - selected individually:

• constant loading of the rear part up to 200 kg - front spring A or B, rear stiffer C.

Where could I buy

Popular models are bought in specialized stores selling automotive components and spare parts.Experts will give advice and recommendations - what are, varieties, which company is better to buy, how to choose, how much it costs. In addition, such products, but not new ones, can be picked up at car dealerships.

In the absence of a good choice in the place of residence, the best inexpensive new items are available for ordering online in the online store of the manufacturer or dealer. There are many offers on the pages of the leading Russian aggregator Yandex.Market, which offers direct links to the sites of manufacturers. Previously, there you can see the description, specifications, photos, as well as customer reviews.

Top Producers

The rating of the best manufacturers is based on the average ratings of the products of enterprises in the opinion of buyers in online stores. The popularity of models was determined by technical characteristics, reliability, build quality, as well as price. The review presents ratings of quality models among the best domestic and foreign manufacturers.

TOP-3 best domestic manufacturers

Beloretsk plant of springs and springs

Producer - "BZRP" (Russia).

A large domestic manufacturer of components for trucks and cars with a large list of products for various purposes. The production of components is carried out on advanced modern equipment. Products are characterized by extended service life and high operational reliability. The company's products are sent to the assembly of vehicles coming off the assembly line of KAMAZ and the Urals.

All models are made of alloy steel containing vanadium for increased durability.Protective coating in the form of VFL enamel and primer provides enhanced anti-corrosion properties. Models for foreign cars are produced - Volvo, Mitsubishi, Huindai, Man.

Price: from 3,160 rubles (rear with sprung and hinge for GAZelle Business) to 33,450 rubles (rear for MAZ on order).

• a wide range of products;
• softens blows on bumps or potholes;
• small price.

• the quality matches the cost.

Business area - BZRP:

Chusovoy Metallurgical Plant

Producer - OJSC ChMZ (Russia).

The leader in the manufacture of springs in the domestic market. It supplies products to the Russian automobile plants GAZ, UAZ, KAMAZ, NEFAZ, Ural. The release is carried out on high-precision equipment with exact observance of geometric indicators. To increase the elasticity of the metal, special shot-blasting of products is carried out using the Stress Shot technology. Additional strength is provided by coating with polyurethane material and zinc cladding.

Springs from a domestic manufacturer are offered at prices ranging from 1,160 rubles (rear 2-leaf for an AL-KO trailer) to 66,750 rubles (rear 4-leaf Mercedes Axor).

• perfectly hold the load;
• good equipment;
• do not sag for a long time;
• there are not many complaints about the quality;
• reliability;
• affordable average price.

• come across with creaks;
• sometimes rust.

ChMZ spring production:

REEF

Country of origin - Russia.

One of the oldest and most famous brands under which accessories for tuning SUVs are produced. The products are of high quality, allowing them to compete with similar products of world brands.

The latest German and Japanese equipment is used in the production process. Products are made of high-strength materials for installation on off-road vehicles operating in adverse conditions on roads with various surfaces.

RIF models provide a suspension lift with the possibility of mounting wheels with a larger diameter, as well as increasing the load capacity. They perfectly hold any road surface - rough terrain, broken grader, off-road, as well as normal asphalt in urban areas.

The product line includes products for SUVs UAZ Bukhanka, Toyota Tundra and Hilux, Mitsubishi L200, VW Amarok, Nissan Navara, UAZ Patriot and Hunter. Models with lift 30, 35, 40 45, 50, 60 mm.

The manufacturer offers prices from 7,760 rubles (Mitsubishi L200, lift 45, 0-300 kg) to 16,340 rubles (Toyota Tundra, lift 60 mm, +300 kg).

• large load capacity;
• excellent management;
• smooth running;
• lift the car without distortions;
• extinguish small bumps and bumps;
• quality manufacturing;
• good margin of safety.

• overcharge.

Installation of the RIF lift kit on the UAZ-Patriot:

TOP-5 best foreign manufacturers of suspension springs

MARSHALL

The country of origin is the Netherlands.

Reputable manufacturer of components and spare parts for trucks, commercial vehicles, buses, trailers or semi-trailers. Products are manufactured at modern certified enterprises in Europe, Turkey, China. For the manufacture of products, high-quality steel is used, characterized by high strength characteristics.The production process is organized using the latest technologies and programmable automatic lines operating according to the OEM standard, eliminating the influence of the human factor. Products are high-quality analogues of manufacturers - MAN, Volvo, Mercedes.

Warranty period - 2 years. The price is from 7,880 rubles (M1042900 for Mercedes) to 49,500 rubles (rear 5-sheet M1133500 for MAN).

• high-strength material of manufacture;
• strict compliance with technical specifications;
• hold the load well;
• quality performance;
• quick installation without additional effort;
• good anti-corrosion properties;
• affordable prices.

• not detected.

Marshall spring:

IRONMAN

Country of origin - Australia.

The trademark of a well-known Australian manufacturer of off-road accessories, whose products have been successfully sold for more than half a century in more than 120 countries. Reliability and quality are tested on landfills in harsh conditions, which guarantees safety and comfort when operating a car.

The price is from 9,500 rubles (front for Toyota Hilux 105) to 22,000 (rear for Toyota Landcruiser 76).

• high quality steel;
• increased working resource;
• reliability;
• large load capacity;
• bending tested under load;
• quality manufacturing.

• not detected.

Repairing a plate in an Ironman spring:

TES

Country of origin - Poland.

Trademark of a leading Polish manufacturer of springs, sheets and other automotive components for cars, trucks, commercial vehicles and vans.Production is organized in a modern factory using the highest quality Swedish certified steel. Strict control over compliance with the norms and procedures of the production process is carried out.

Holes for fastening bushings are wrapped using Heuser equipment. The smooth operation of the sheets is ensured by bending the ends. The quench oil is rapidly cooled to obtain higher hardness with less ductility. The negative properties of significant brittleness and initial stress are eliminated by heating and warming up the hardened steel at the appropriate temperature. The use of shot blasting leads to hardening of the surface and the elimination of pores with an obstacle to the appearance of microcracks. Then the products are equipped with buffers, bushings, silent blocks, linings, gaskets, and the sheets are connected using a coupling screw.

Springs from a foreign manufacturer are offered at prices ranging from 2,150 rubles (rear 3rd leaf for Mercedes) to 52,440 rubles (rear 3rd leaf for DAF).

• quality manufacturing;
• hold the load well;
• do not sag;
• universality;
• high strength;
• reliability;
• excellent value for money.

• not detected.

Spring TES:

Lex

Producing countries - Germany, Turkey, China.

A well-known trade mark of a major supplier of automotive parts for cars and trucks to the Russian and Turkish markets. The main office of the German brand is located in Turkey. The production is organized at Turkish, European, as well as Chinese enterprises with its direction to automakers in Europe, the USA, Japan or other countries.The main direction in the product line are models for German cars (Mercedes, BMV, VAG), FIAT, Ford.

The price is from 4,150 rubles (rear 2-sheet for Fiat Ducato) to 23,430 rubles (rear 3-sheet assembly for Mercedes Sprinter 906).

• hold the load well;
• high lift;
• ease of installation;
• suspension smoothness;
• soft training of "speed bumps";
• universality;
• acceptable cost.

• not identified.

ARB

Country of origin - Australia.

Australia's largest manufacturer and distributor of 4x4 accessories. The company has a network of representative offices around the world, incl. in Russia. The Emu Dakar leaf spring suspension, developed using the latest technology, has gained wide popularity. Product innovation is ensured by the ideal selection of elasticity, length, width, as well as the minimum and maximum thickness of the sheets, their correct location, minimization of inter-sheet friction, the accuracy of the fit planes, as well as thorough testing to detect damage and microcracks before assembly.

Additional safety with the possibility of sliding on obstacles is achieved by rounded edges. Suspension smoothness and friction reduction are due to anti-friction liners and graphite coating.

Price from 11,100 rubles (Toyota Hilux (1997) +50 kg) to 43,560 rubles (rear Toyota LC70).

• increased security;
• smooth suspension operation;
• extended service life due to reduced stress in the metal;
• reliable fastening to the installation bridge;
• quality manufacturing;
• exact compliance with technical specifications.

• not detected.

ARB Suspension:

Maintenance

Maintenance of operating characteristics with extended service life is achieved by regular maintenance, timely detection and elimination of any malfunctions. Experts recommend removing the springs every 100 thousand kilometers for maintenance, which includes:

• cleaning from rust, dirt;
• washing in kerosene;
• application of grease and graphite lubricant
• lubrication of spring pins;
• checking the fastening with tightening of the nuts of the ladders;
• painting with anti-corrosion paint.

Extending the service life can be achieved by applying homemade protection. To do this, the springs are wrapped with resin-impregnated twine and a tarpaulin cover filled with grease is put on.

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