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Old 06-05-2014, 10:57 AM   #1
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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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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?

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


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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.
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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.

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