Camper-vans

This suggests that your motorhome’s shock absorbers are too weak or even faulty. Marquart’s reinforced shock absorbers provide a reliable solution!

Campervans are usually based on standard light commercial vehicles or on a stripped-down lorry chassis. The original shock absorbers fitted to motorhomes are often unable to cope with the wide range of demands placed on them, as they are not designed to handle such a drastic change in usage:

• A completely different vehicle height and width,
• a long overhang (measured from the centre of the rear axle to the rear of the vehicle)
• additional tanks (moving load),
• a motorcycle bridge at the rear (shifted centre of gravity) or
• Load on the roof (raised centre of gravity)

Failing to adjust the dampers to these new requirements is negligent.

VW Crafter

‘You can really feel the difference’

Harald A. from Wilhelmshaven

Marquart offers bespoke shock absorbers and struts for almost all standard motorhome base vehicles – including the Mercedes Sprinter, Fiat Ducato, Iveco Daily, VW Crafter, Renault Master, Peugeot Boxer, Ford Transit and many other models.

Reinforced shock absorbers for the rear axle, together with shock absorbers and struts for the front axle that are tuned to be firm yet comfortable, noticeably improve driving stability and comfort. In motorhomes with an alcove in particular, they significantly reduce body roll when braking and on roundabouts.

Thanks to their faster response compared with standard shock absorbers, Marquart’s reinforced shock absorbers reduce pitching and rolling movements, as well as the so-called ‘high-seas’ effect. The result is a significantly smoother, safer and more comfortable ride.

Citroën

‘The driving performance exceeded my expectations’

Stefan B. from Berlin

• Greater stability in crosswinds and when crossing bridges,
• Improved handling in stormy weather and gusts,
• Stability on winding roads; no more body roll or being pushed out of bends,
• Excellent handling in roundabouts,
• Swaying, bouncing and spongy steering are a thing of the past.

Fiat Ducato

“A huge difference”

Björn W. from Kapfenberg

We are often asked by motorhome owners: “What can I do to improve my motorhome’s handling? What are the benefits of air suspension in a motorhome?”

Air suspension is particularly useful when you need to raise the vehicle’s ride height. This is especially true for vehicles with a long rear overhang (from the centre of the rear axle to the rear of the vehicle). For example, if you frequently use ferries or drive on steep ramps. Air suspension can also be beneficial if the vehicle is susceptible to wind. However, air suspension only works vertically.

However, it is the horizontal forces (lateral roll and sway, and all pitching and rocking movements) that are critical to handling. To significantly improve a vehicle’s handling, fast-acting shock absorbers are the first choice. As soon as the body moves out of the horizontal position, it must be held in place by a strong yet finely tuned rebound damping. The compression stage of our dampers allows for rapid compression without letting the cabin ‘bottom out’. Whatever your experience with your Bimobil or Carthago, Concorde, Wochner, Bürstner or a vehicle from another body manufacturer: Marquart shock absorbers, with perfectly matched rebound and compression stages on the front and rear axles, keep the vehicle safely on track even in precarious situations.

Mercedes Sprinter

‘The vehicle now behaves completely differently.’

Régis di G. from St Jean de Lier

In an interview with Reisemobil International, Christian Marquart explains the importance of suitable shock absorbers for the handling of motorhomes.

Marion O. from Calden

We’re happy to cater to your requirements when helping you find the perfect shock absorber to meet your needs. To this end, we have bespoke solutions in stock that will allow you to replace your shock absorbers and improve your driving safety. We can usually find suitable shock absorbers even for exotic makes and models. And we can even find retrofit solutions for classic cars that previously had to manage without shock absorbers. This allows you to optimise your motorhome’s chassis. And, if required, we’d be happy to supply you with additional air suspension, provided it’s compatible with your vehicle.

No more swaying, stable handling and less wear and tear on the chassis – and on your nerves. “It feels like I’m driving a new car.” This is the conclusion of satisfied motorhome owners who have fitted shock absorbers from Marquart Germany. Experience a whole new dimension in your motorhome’s handling – fit reinforced shock absorbers for motorhomes to your vehicle. Send us an enquiry.