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CamaroCracka · 02-09-2026, 09:21 AM

The purpose of an external canister is to increase the volume of fluid available, like a large capacity oil pan for an engine. You see them on off road rigs because the shocks have to oscillate a lot and the fluid gets hot, reducing the effectiveness of the shock. I don't really see the need for them on a Camaro. Maybe someone who uses them at the track will chime in. I run Z28 shocks at Sebring with no issues and that is the bumpiest track I have ever been on.

02-09-2026, 09:21 AM	#2
CamaroCracka Drives: 2010 Turbo LS3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Palm Bay, FL Posts: 3,045	The purpose of an external canister is to increase the volume of fluid available, like a large capacity oil pan for an engine. You see them on off road rigs because the shocks have to oscillate a lot and the fluid gets hot, reducing the effectiveness of the shock. I don't really see the need for them on a Camaro. Maybe someone who uses them at the track will chime in. I run Z28 shocks at Sebring with no issues and that is the bumpiest track I have ever been on. __________________ 2010 SS - Kind of an On3 kit, CTR 78/80, CompCam 239/251 620/632 122+4, E85, Z28 suspension and ZL1 diff with Outlaw axles. Gen6 ZL1 brakes. 2011 Vert - 416/w 230/236 .612/.602 115lsa, 1LE suspension w/32mm rear bar. Z28 diff. Gen6 ZL1 brakes.