MONO SPORT
Well-Thought Settings to Meet Different Needs for Different Vehicle Models!
The main concept of MONO SPORT is to provide driving pleasures to all drivers. All the different needs and demands are carefully analyzed to come up with the most suitable settings for each and every vehicle models.
For cars often running on circuit, the settings are focused more on sport driving.
MONO SPORT offers not only the precise steering feel that strongly appeals to sport-minded drivers, but also the flexible movement. MONO SPORT is set up to let the drivers enjoy the runs on circuits and/or winding roads and everyday driving on streets with the damping force adjusted.
For cars requiring comfortable ride more than anything, touring settings are applied to provide and maintain the finest ride comfort which are often lost when the vehicle is lowered and/or larger tires/wheels are used. MONO SPORT offers the finest and most comfortable ride feel that makes even a long-distance driving seem like a breeze.
Specifications
Product Specifications
Mono-Tube (Upright Strong Tube)
Mono tube structure of MONO SPORT completely separates the oil chamber and the gas chamber and hence aeration does not occur. This enables stable generation of linear damping force, reacting to the finest changes in road surfaces, even when running aggressively and repeatedly on circuits. With this, superior-quality MONO SPORT offers capability for the most delicate control of the vehicle and for the deepest level of communication with the roads.
For strut type suspensions, which require high lateral stiffness, highly-rigid "Upright Strong Tube" structure, the fruit of participation in professional motorsports worldwide such as WRC & WRX, is adopted.
Damping force adjustment knob attached to the top of the shock absorber allows easier access, making the repeaded adjustment within the limited time less hassle, and makes the installation of EDFC motors (optional) a breeze.
Waterproofing process, which is a must for inverted types, is reduced/simplified greatly.
Use of specially-designed urethane bump rubbers effectively reduces the bump impact, to maintain the comfortable ride even when going over bumps/gaps and to protect dampers from bottoming out. (The image shown is for wishbone / multi-link types. Some models use OE bump rubbers.)
Full-Length Ride Height Adjustment
Advantage: adjusting ride height has little effect on ride quality.
In addition to combining a low down style with ride comfort, this system offers more setup options for sport driving too.
ADVANCE M.S.V.
MONO SPORT uses "ADVANCE M.S.V." for damping force adjustment feature. "ADVANCE M.S.V." combines "M.S.V." mechanism to finely control damping force in micro speed range with "ADVANCE Needle" to widen the damping force adjustable range, for superior steering response and traction performance, fully utilizing the damping force adjustable range.
Mount Included
An easy-to-install mount, exclusively designed for each vehicle model, is included in the product kit.
For some models which do not have mount plates, original mounts are used.
- Reinforced Rubber Upper Mount
(for Strut)
- Pillow Ball Upper Mount
(for Strut)
We have devised a suitable mount for each vehicle type.
Pillow ball upper mounts for front strut suspensions feature camber adjustment.*
Damping Force Adjustable
MONO SPORT features 16-level damping force adjustment, for simultaneous adjustment of compression and rebound.
Modify ride comfort and handling according to your preference, changing the properties of the shock absorber with the adjustment dial.
The above are examples; actual settings vary according to the vehicle's circumstances.
Compatible with EDFC Series (Optional)
The EDFC Series offer easy damping force adjustment from the driver's seat.*
* Some vehicle models are not compatible
A motor instead of adjustment dial
Please note: the example in the photos is not MONO SPORT
EDFC Series Lineup
Automatic & Flexible Adjustment with New Jerk-Reactive Control for Enhanced Driving Experience
- Individual Wheel Control
- Jerk-Reactive Adjustment
- Cornering-Reactive
- Accel/Deceleration-Reactive
- Speed-Reactive
- Wireless Control
- AI (Learning Function)
The Finest in Electronic Damping Force Controllers
- Individual Wheel Control
- Cornering-Reactive
- Accel/Deceleration-Reactive
- Speed-Reactive
- Wireless Control
High Durability and Reliablility
Optimal Dust Boot
Thanks to its smooth compression and high durability, the dust boot guards the piston rod from damage, and keeps foreign material out of the shock absorber.
(Some vehicles use their OE dust boots)
No-Sag Spring
Cold formed with SAE9254 steel (minimum tensile strength 200 kgf/mm2), our springs are outstandingly sag-proof and boast extreme resiliency.
Superior rust protection is ensured with a highly durable powder coating that does not peel or flake. Our high-quality springs can be used without worries, in any conditions.
High-Performance Damper Oil
Exhibiting a stable viscosity in a broad temperature range, the high-performance damper oil sustains smooth strokes and a reliable damping force under all kinds of circumstances. It has excellent anti-foaming properties that protect it from cavitation (bubble-forming), and is resistant to overheating, so that it works noiselessly even on rough roads. The damper oil keeps up its superior performance long-term, because it is also resistant to deterioration over time.
Rust-Proofing
TEIN-Green Powder Coating
A bright TEIN-green powder paint is used on the shock absorber's shell case. Our powder coating technique produces an extremely strong and durable barrier. No harmful organic solvents are used, for minimal pollution.
Superior durability and corrosion resistance are achieved by TEIN's patented 2-Layer, 1-Bake powder coating method, which uses 2 layers of anti-rust paint on a blasted surface.
(Japanese patent number 4347712)
Special Surface Treatment 'ZTP Coating'
Our unique special surface treatment ZTP Coating makes the paint strong against chipping by flying gravel, and further enhances its corrosion resistance.
With zero claims for stuck parts due to rust in 2,000,000 shock absorbers, TEIN shock absorbers are amazingly rustproof. We're confident of customer satisfaction even in coastal areas or regions with heavy snowfall.
>>We're confident of TEIN shock absorbers' surface treatment!
* Camber Angle Adjustment:
This means changing the contact patch of the tires during cornering, by changing the angle at which the tires touch the ground.