KYB widens Skorched 4’s range

KYB, one of the world’s biggest makers of shock absorbers, is setting a scorching pace with the expansion of its Skorched 4’s range.

KYB has continued to focus resources into the development of new products to satisfy owners of existing four-wheel-drive vehicles who wish to upgrade their suspension without spending a fortune.

“Skorched 4’s are not designed for extreme off-road applications,” explains Grant Scheuber, divisional manager for Stocks Auto Parts, the New Zealand KYB distributor, they are designed for people who want to improve the performance of theirr suspension with a standard ride height ight set-up or a mild lift of up to 50mm.

“They’ll notice a significant improvement in the handling and ride of their vehicle, both on and off road.” ad.”

Grant says the expanded range means a greater number of vehicleses are now able to take advantage of the Skorched 4’s performance, with the he additions including: Mitsubishi Pajero from 2002 onwards. Nissan Navara D22 2002-05 and Pathfinder 2005 onwards. Toyota Hilux 2005 onwards, Prado 1996–2003. Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series from 2001 onwards. Ford Territory is now covered with the Excel-G range. Skorched 4’s were developed in Australia, around the King Springs heavy-duty 4WD range of coil and leaf springs, which are also distributed throughout New Zealand by Stocks AutoParts.

The twin-tube, gas-filled shock absorbers are made to heavy-duty specifications and are engineered to provide superior handling and control in both off-road and on-road driving. Their long-travel design allows for increased articulation to keep the wheels in contact with the ground, thus retaining traction

They are engineered to withstand high-speed shock movement over unmade roads, typically found