Recommendations for shocks that don't suck?

[WickedRC]

I been considering using g-made Zero 104mm shocks. Not really expensive and have had luck with them in the past. $45 for all 4

[clarkrw3]

So far I really have liked the kit shocks the only thing I think is pretty stupid is that if you want metal collers and caps it's almost $50...you should be able to buy a whole set of shocks for that. For just over that I can buy 8 Big Bore's

[meffie]

Originally Posted by mdowney

Ok I'll give it another try. I did follow Bender's instructions carefully but I guess I may have damaged an o-ring.

Make sure you lube the o-rings too. It makes for a mess, but it helps greatly.

[RAM2500]

Originally Posted by ROWDY RACING

I put teflon tape on the threads and no leaks so far.

This worked for me. Mine were not leaking at the shaft but they did leak where the shaft assembly screwed into the body. I wrapped teflon tape around the leakers and they stopped.

Originally Posted by KC_JoNeS

The way to make the stock comp shocks not leak is to get some better rubber seals. I got mine at a sink hardware store. No more leaks. The stock seals seem to be a hair too thin.

Probably a better long term solution than the teflon tape. I think a slightly thicker o-ring would do the trick for sure.

Otherwise, love the shocks!

[Deezul]

caps leaked like crazy here......and the bladder kept dislodging........I just threw on teflon tape and I'll see how it goes. Plastic caps suuuuuuuuuuuck

[jchavezfam1022]

Originally Posted by Deezul

caps leaked like crazy here......and the bladder kept dislodging........I just threw on teflon tape and I'll see how it goes. Plastic caps suuuuuuuuuuuck

I went to home depot and spent $1.76 on 10 o-rings size #7 they fit pefect no leaks and i was able to tightin the cap dwn all the way.

[mdowney]

Originally Posted by jchavezfam1022

I went to home depot and spent $1.76 on 10 o-rings size #6 they fit pefect no leaks and i was able to tightin the cap dwn all the way.

Great tip! I'll do the same today.

[Deezul]

where do the new orings go? in place of the bladder? Does the bldder do anything worthwhile? I cant stop the caps from leaking and bladders from falling in(yes they are pressed in)

[792.5cj5]

duratrax evader's best choice

[jchavezfam1022]

Originally Posted by deezul

where do the new orings go? In place of the bladder? Does the bldder do anything worthwhile? I cant stop the caps from leaking and bladders from falling in(yes they are pressed in)

you dont need the bladder just pull it out and install the o-ring all the way into the shock cap.i think it works better with out the bladders.