slash shocks

[mustangfan2000]

ok i know they suck but what is everyone running? is there any other option besides bigbores? you would think since these are so popular there would be a larger choice for shock for this truck.... any ideas? any for sale out there?

 

[slowngreen]

most people just slap aluminum shock caps on the stock shocks, they hold up pretty good then.

 

[WoodiE]

mustangfan,

I agree with SNG - aluminum caps will make the stock shocks many times better than they are now.

STRC makes a nice set for about $12.00 for all four shocks or you can pickup a set of Traxxas aluminum shock caps.

 

[TAC]

Personally id say aluminum caps if your running spec class, if your running mod, your options are endless. Like buggy shocks!

 

[RAMTech-RC]

I'm running the aluminum caps. Working well for me.

 

[marauder]

I've heard of people using Losi 8ight shocks, but can't back any claims because I have not used them myself. They can be bought off ebay for a good price I hear.

I personally use stock setup due to spec class. I have aluminum caps. Setup (i.e. shock pistons, different weight oils, and amount of preload) can make a huge difference.

 

[hndaman1]

Piggy backs I had them in my bandit before, and I think I will buy them again..

 

[intimidator_md]

Team bluestar aluminums are holding up quite well for me. Got a set of 4 around $47 bucks. I busted my other aluminum shocks at the eye mount cuz it was plastic. I could just replace the caps but screw it, I rather went with all aluminum bodied shocks instead

 

[bgredjeep]

I haven't had any trouble with the stock shocks. I refilled them with some heavier oil (can't recall the wt off the top of my head) and they have been working well.

 

[bigdaddee]

I blew out 2 sets of stock shocks and I went with a set of Duratrax Evader st aluminum full boddied shocks in all silver plating. yellow springs. Great set and exact fit. Swapped out for under $25 for all 4 on ebay.

 

[sersly]

I run bigbores TRX on my play truck and have been looking into modding a set of jatos. They are very stiff by comparison so far with what limited testing I have been able to do.

need to get the correct length and size lower end for the rear install. Is a direct length fit on front, however the eye is too long to fit in the stock arm with out a modification

just tinkering

 

[Out of Sight]

Stocks are fine. I use a 45wt oil on a single hole piston...which multiplies the pressure on the cap by almost twice. I never had any cap popping off or leaks..except for one time where I didn't screw the cap properly.

 

[slashracer]

i have the aluminum caps on my slash and they leak and the rubber seal is all messed up. any suggestions on fixing them....... or buy new ones like the powerstrokes from proline

 

[lostinbaja]

For consistent tuning, less contaminants in the oil, and the longest possible life from a shock the plastic shock housings are better than aluminum.

Aluminum expands and contract with heat and cold much more than the plastic causing major changes in shock tuning especially if the car has been sitting in the sun.

The plastic body will not wear and leave contaminants in the oil like the aluminum shock bodies. Contaminants cause inconsistent tuning and increased wear on the shaft, seals and shock body.

Take the stock Traxxas shock, install the TiN rods and aluminum caps and they (the shock body) will last for years.

The aluminum shocks look kewl and the threaded bodies make dialing in the spring tension nice but when someone decides to make a comparable shock body from plastic it should take over.

 

[slashracer]

ok u didnt answer my question how can i fix the leak, on my shocks... thats my question

 

[lostinbaja]

ok u didnt answer my question how can i fix the leak, on my shocks... thats my question

Actually I was commenting to the original posters statement.

To assemble Traxxas shocks, I fill the shock, cycle the shock shaft 4 or 5 times to allow the air bubbles to dislodge and float to the top.
Slowly push the shaft all the way in, install (nest) the rubber bladder on top of the shock housing. Hold the bladder on the top of the shock with your index finger then slowly extend the shock shaft and it will draw the bladder down to the top of the shock. Screw on the shock cap but don't over tighten it and cut the bladder again.

 

[trxrcman]

I got some of these Integy shocks http://www.integy.com/st_prod.html?p_prodid=6728&p_catid=109 for both my Slash and Rustler you just take or stock shocks apart and put all the parts in them.