shocks & springs questions

[CaptNitro]

Hi guys, have a couple of questions. I have a savage flux hp and find that when it lands from jumps, it bottoms out sometimes really bad. it has stock shocks with the black springs. Question is: would it be better to run 2 sets of springs on each wheel or run a single set of big bore shocks per wheel? Question 2: I know hpi has different shock springs in different colors, does anyone know in order of stiffness eack color stands for? As always thanks for any info.

 

[BillyC74]

The easiest thing to do would be heavier shock oil. As far as 1or 2 shocks, I prefer the 2 shock set up. Like what comes on the Xl. They don't bottom as easy imo. As far as springs; I think the red ones are the firm ones, but I'm not sure.

 

[Nitro Nerd]

Billy is correct. I'd recommend focusing on dampening, (heavier oil and/or different pistons). Springs are used mainly for traction and jumps...and of course ride height. I'm not well-versed with Savages (I have a 4.6) but don't think has ever bottomed out--and I keep my ride height fairly low with it---so definitely would take a look at the dampening.

 

[CaptNitro]

then what would you recommend for a shock weight oil? And does it make a difference if these are stock shocks when adding heavier oil?

 

[BillyC74]

No it doesn't matter that they are stock shocks. Stock oil is 30, I believe. I've been running 40 here lately, I like it. I think you'll be happy in the 40 to 50 range.

 

[CaptNitro]

Thanks BillyC74 I will give that a try.

 

[Alexander_0_1]

How badly do you wanna stop bottoming out? You might wanna order these:
http://www.innovative-rc.com/savage....html?osCsid=e80ef431252aa33b167d6aaf968b97c2