Good shock option

[JatoTheRipper]

No

Thanks again, I think what confused me was they listed the high trail as 90mm in the specs but I'm thinking they copied the page both are listed as 8620 and 90mm but that must be an error.

You're welcome.

That was probably a listing error for sure.

I just noticed seller lumidave raised the price of his GTS shocks $10 since I posted that link!!! Here is a similar set below that is $5 cheaper.

Fits Traxxas TRX-4 Traxx Aluminum Shocks Front & Rear GTS Fits Sport / Defender | eBay

Parts Taken Off A TRX-4 With Traxx.

www.ebay.com

 

[HouseFeces]

Thanks a lot, looking forward to getting them.

 

[JatoTheRipper]

Thanks a lot, looking forward to getting them.

You're welcome. I hope you're happy with them.

 

[Col_Sanders]

Regarding the dlux shocks using o-rings for preload, that's the easiest way to do it since there are no threaded bodies. Any of the shocks using mini t springs do that or nothing at all (scx10 pro). I suppose one could 3d print a spacer to go on the bottom of the spring that might look better.

From a value perspective, if you buy a set of takeoff GTS shocks for $55, add tini shafts, and two sets of springs, you're at the same price or higher than the dlux. The colored bodies are significantly more expensive than dlux if you add any upgrades or extra spring rates.

 

[JatoTheRipper]

Regarding the dlux shocks using o-rings for preload, that's the easiest way to do it since there are no threaded bodies. Any of the shocks using mini t springs do that or nothing at all (scx10 pro). I suppose one could 3d print a spacer to go on the bottom of the spring that might look better.

From a value perspective, if you buy a set of takeoff GTS shocks for $55, add tini shafts, and two sets of springs, you're at the same price or higher than the dlux. The colored bodies are significantly more expensive than dlux if you add any upgrades or extra spring rates.

And I'll continue to call that a ghetto solution. The shock bodys should be threaded. What's next? Returning to preload clips?

 

[Col_Sanders]

And I'll continue to call that a ghetto solution. The shock bodys should be threaded. What's next? Returning to preload clips?

One of the advantages they offer is clearance because of the short slim spring. You can tuck them up closer to the chassis and dont have to worry about the spring binding/rubbing on the chassis. You can also run narrower offset on rims and have less chance of your front tires hitting the spring or shock body when turning. If you were to thread the body and use a longer and fatter spring, that advantage is gone.

Just because they aren't ideal for your intended use doesn't mean they are crap and it definitely doesn't mean they are overpriced.

 

[JatoTheRipper]

One of the advantages they offer is clearance because of the short slim spring. You can tuck them up closer to the chassis and dont have to worry about the spring binding/rubbing on the chassis. You can also run narrower offset on rims and have less chance of your front tires hitting the spring or shock body when turning. If you were to thread the body and use a longer and fatter spring, that advantage is gone.

Just because they aren't ideal for your intended use doesn't mean they are crap and it definitely doesn't mean they are overpriced.

Just voicing my opinion and I will clearly provide my reasoning and stand behind it. O-rings for preload? Sure, let's also revert back to dogbones too.

I can always find the GTS shocks on eBay for much less than MSRP. You will have to pay more if you want colors besides grey. In that case you can make an argument for DLux shocks I suppose, but guess who isn't buying. Maybe I'll try them one day if they go on sale, but at $86.50 for 4 old school shocks? Nah, they can keep them!

EDIT: Team KNK now has shocks too. They are also not cheap so I'm awaiting for some real non-team-member and non-fanboi feedback.