Topcad shocks!!!!!
 

I don't see too many post on topcad shocks so I figured I'd share my experience , the shocks come oil less , so I went with a 15w like most crawlers and I guess these shocks just aren't meant for this light of weight oil because they leaked like a mofo and I chose not to install the bump stops for more travel which is apparently not an option for these shocks , the knurled part of the shock body locks up on the lower spring retainer , I guess if use the bump stops and use a heavy weight oil these shocks might work for you but I definitely would go with an American made shock


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When you built them did you use Associated green slime in the seal cartridge?

No I didn't , I never even Heard about it until now ,


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It makes a HUGE difference in any shock. Much less leaking and much smoother.

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I have TopCad shocks and I use 30 Wt oil with green slime. Still leaking but not worse then 2 sets of Axial shocks I had before.

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Proper bleeding encourages less shock leakage as well. And unless there is a volume compensating bladder or foam sponge up top, most will need to have some air in them.

Ha yeah those stock shocks are something else !


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And is it just my scx10 or does it seem like you have to change shocks , steering linkage suspension links and drive shafts just to be able to properly drive the damn thing . Don't get me wrong I like the upgrades it just seems from such a recognized company and a $400 truck you would expect more


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The kit shock work great with a little bit of tuning. They are mine and many others favorite comp shock. Add bladders and some green slime and they work really well.

Well it looks like Green slime is What I'm lacking , I like the way the topcads work , their just leaky little SOB's ,

Thanks for all the input guys.... Also what about the drive shafts? MIP ?

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MIP, WB8, WB8 HD
I don't like metal shafts because of weight. Core reinforced WB8 did not fail me yet. Traxxas T/E-Max shafts is a good idea, it requires longer transmission output on spur end.

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Yea, my 1 month old scx10 has the leaky shock syndrome, only 1 shock so far.... I guess that encorages me to replace the oil every once in a while, and remove all the dirt that builds up on the leaking oil... kind of annoying.

But I still think it's an awesome kit or RTR, for the $200-$350 bucks, I have no complaints at all.

Damn sounds like you got a pretty good deal on it , also post back if you start having problems with your driveshafts that's kinda where I'm at now with mine

Reinforce the drive shafts!!! I saw a post using all thread and I've seen guys using pieces from a parts tree frame. I used all thread.