I Keep wearing out rod ends?

[jschleer]

I've recently upgraded my suspension with P2 rockers, heavier springs and oil. However, now my rod ends don't seem to last very long....and if there's one thing I can't stand, It's sloppy suspension!

Can anyone suggest some good rod ends to use (for both shocks and push rods), or some ideas on how to make them last?

 

[revoguy]

billet aluminum is your best bet.....there are some on fleabay

 

[ohsnap]

The rod ends on the rear end shocks were my worst offenders as they melted (even after market non-Traxxas rod ends melted).
Switched over to the aluminum ends as soon as they arrived in the mail and am glad I did.
I still have plastic tie rod ends, but they're Lunsford - still don't see any slop...