Originally posted by Aero Steve:
Back to the original question: Monotube and cellular-gas or foam shocks usually can be mounted either way. The gas and the fluid are physically separated within the shock and can not mix internally. Inverting the shock doesn't cause problems. The basic twin-tube design has an up and down. Since it uses an oil sump for the working fluid with gas above the liquid, inverting it allows the gas and fluid to swap places. Then you get air into the working chamber and damping goes bye, bye.
Wow, how this thread morphed into "something else" since I last posted.
I agree 100% with Aero Steve above.
All things are now cleared up I guess.
And BIB, I am a degreed ME that has taken Vibrations, Controls, and Automotive Engineering courses. I know how a damper works. Thanks for your input though. Maybe now you understand it a little better.
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