RC shocks 101

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In this video we go over the RC shock, how they are designed and how they work. We also tear one down and explain how to work on them as a whole. We then rebuild the shock, treating you to a trick we learned as to how to adjust the ride height of your vehicle without using external forces to do so. Come along as we dig into this subject and do our best to explain it. Note: This video is geared toward the newer RC hobbyist and the tips a tricks we show are basic but helpful. AJ
Music:
MixKit, Party Robot
Ethan Meisxell, Run

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  • @unclephesterandwaldobrowne6652
    @unclephesterandwaldobrowne66527 күн бұрын

    Thank you very much for your contribution to the hobby.your information is very valuable and myself and others really appreciate you..thank you

  • @OlmanEg
    @OlmanEg2 жыл бұрын

    Idk what you do for a living, but you are one hell of a teacher! The patients you promote in your voice while explaining is phenomenal! Awesome tutorial videos!

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your kind words. I'm no teacher, but I play one on KZread...LOL. I'm glad you like the content. AJ

  • @tharusbradley4651

    @tharusbradley4651

    Жыл бұрын

    I wholeheartedly echo this comment 👌👏👏👏👏

  • @Thonglover37

    @Thonglover37

    Жыл бұрын

    Lol ape

  • @klngkongcorey

    @klngkongcorey

    Ай бұрын

    Yes Sir agreed

  • @MrRodney215
    @MrRodney2152 ай бұрын

    You are my new RC teacher. Some people were born to teach. 💪🤙

  • @WIZARDDETECTIVE
    @WIZARDDETECTIVE2 ай бұрын

    I’m new to RC cars so this really helps and I will be sure to check out the other videos you’ve posted

  • @WIZARDDETECTIVE

    @WIZARDDETECTIVE

    2 ай бұрын

    I’m looking at building my own from scratch and will have many questions

  • @The_AlexK_Project
    @The_AlexK_Project Жыл бұрын

    I'm newer to RC but after watching this I know just what to do to service my shocks. Great presentation. Thourough and easy to follow!!

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @brolicartrixing4111
    @brolicartrixing411127 күн бұрын

    Great teacher always comprehensive Ethan hawke. Thanks a million. I'm about to do some upgrades

  • @hermanhelfrich1747
    @hermanhelfrich1747Ай бұрын

    Suggestion, eventually you will be changing out your worn silicone o rings.dont throw them away, you can reuse a couple per shock the same way he is using the silicone tubing. Just put a couple of the used o rings at the bottom of the shafts to absorb impacts.

  • @rubyvaldez3976
    @rubyvaldez3976Ай бұрын

    Real informative. Thanks

  • @TheAurabell
    @TheAurabell2 жыл бұрын

    this is becoming my favorite R/c channel

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yay. Thanks for the compliment. AJ

  • @mfmindustry
    @mfmindustry Жыл бұрын

    Best video talking about shocks. Well done. Thanks

  • @Goat67
    @Goat679 ай бұрын

    I truly appreciate all you do. Your 101 series is exactly what i needed. My grandson was just born and i want to make like a time capsule for him. I am putting in two Losi Camaro dragsters, a 2023 Legacy Big Boy Lionel Train, a FMS 1300mm PA-18 Super Cub with Reflex V2, a FMS 1700mm PA-18 Super Cub PNP with Floats & Reflex V2, Cheerwing 25" RC Brushless 30 MPH High Speed Boat, UMX Turbo Timber Evolution BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE, a LOSI PROMOTO-MX RC Motorcycle, a NX8 8-Channel DSMX Transmitter with AR8020T Telemetry Receiver and anything else I can find. Still lots to learn

  • @jessefarias1507
    @jessefarias15074 ай бұрын

    Love the depth of this video , I would love to see a 101 video on shock tuning and how the different positions affect the truck , you got my sub keep up the good work 🤘🏽

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the input. 😎👍

  • @Top-Jimmy
    @Top-Jimmy2 ай бұрын

    This is one of the most informative, interactive RC car channels that a person could want. What I've done is created a playlist with all the best on topic videos I will need at any given time. Having a library like this is super easy to create and to navigate. It saves the frustrations of rummaging around KZread for decent material. If you have a KZread Premium subscription, Download your Library onto a device that you can use to follow along on the bench when you're working on your cars. Thanks for another top notch video AJJAM. You save me a lot of headaches. Take care! Jimbo, Australia.

  • @sleepycbr
    @sleepycbrАй бұрын

    Great videos. Just getting into rc cars and your videos have been very helpful!

  • @DozerBoyRc
    @DozerBoyRc Жыл бұрын

    This is a video I have saved to my RC tech notes!!!! I'm sure it will NOT be the last one of your video's to end up in that playlist!! As always, great video and keep them coming!!!! I have a question but just don't know how to go about it...l

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear we have been helpful. Thank you 😎👍

  • @RBRCH
    @RBRCH Жыл бұрын

    Very comprehensive video, well done! Keep it up 👍🏼

  • @supranomicon
    @supranomicon5 ай бұрын

    brilliant video thanks, great info

  • @enigkotik
    @enigkotik Жыл бұрын

    Hey man I really appreciate your video. So much good information and as others have stated you are a great demonstrator and teacher. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this.

  • @brendancurtin252
    @brendancurtin252 Жыл бұрын

    I'm fairly new to rc hobby and this is one of the best channels I have found you are awesome thank you for the help and knowledge. Best video's ever

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. We’re glad you found us 😎👍

  • @BIGGBULLxxx
    @BIGGBULLxxx3 жыл бұрын

    Good job for shocks 101 there is always something new to add thanks👍👍

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @jeffsrcchannel2191
    @jeffsrcchannel21912 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the nice and clear demo, I really appreciate it.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m glad you found it useful. Thanks 😎👍

  • @seattlecarpenter
    @seattlecarpenterАй бұрын

    You explain things really well. Keep up the good work.

  • @Goat67
    @Goat679 ай бұрын

    21K views and only 706 likes. This is valuable in formation. A lot of work goes into making these videos. Please take the time to hit the LIKE button. It's FREE!

  • @anthonybachmeier7380
    @anthonybachmeier7380 Жыл бұрын

    Great video really enjoyed the full breakdown on the shocks you're are always very detailed when you put them out thanks man Oregon.👍

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @RodEvens
    @RodEvens Жыл бұрын

    This is the best shock video I have watched and I have watched several. Great job. Thanks, can't wait to watch other videos.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Welcome to the channel.

  • @tomasgrigley8844
    @tomasgrigley88443 жыл бұрын

    Once again. Always make videos I need at the right time. I was just starting to have trouble with my shocks on almost all my RC cars. Love your channel. Thanks for the tips!❤💪🏾

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help. AJ

  • @isaicalderon5371
    @isaicalderon53712 ай бұрын

    Thank you, subscribed!

  • @davidwatts6696
    @davidwatts66965 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing the knowledge. New to RC in any form. I've been concerned about working on shocks but not any more. Can see it's a very technical subject though but your explanation was brilliant. 👍👍

  • @cyrilvillarosa2421
    @cyrilvillarosa2421 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome DIY video. I just got into the hobby and this video was by far the best video view. You have a subscribed viewer. Thank you very much for the tutorial.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the sub!

  • @raztastic
    @raztastic5 күн бұрын

    I'm less than a minute in and you got a like+sub for being awesome

  • @wingsy16
    @wingsy163 жыл бұрын

    Great in depth video. This is my next task to attempt. I watched you diff 101 a few times and attempted the diffs on my dbxl-2.0. Was surprised how easy it was, hardest bit was removing them. But on opening there was only a smear of oil in them from factory, so glad I did strip them out. Runs super quite now too.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad you faced this task and got the fright behind you. It really is much easier than we all think it is, especially the first time we attempt working on a new car. Yay...I'm glad it worked for you. Keep on wrenching. AJ

  • @lfbarni
    @lfbarni Жыл бұрын

    this is so much more I could expect to learn haha, thank you for this video. Now I feel I can service my shocks myself (if I can find where to buy those oils around here lol).

  • @moereefer
    @moereefer Жыл бұрын

    Great list of videos I like them. I recently purchased the Arrma Granite Blx it’s fun needed to fix diff. Thanks 🙏

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    The Granite is a great little basher. I hope you have loads of fun with it. Thanks for commenting 😎👍

  • @user-xd8ng9fc2m
    @user-xd8ng9fc2m8 ай бұрын

    Ty

  • @someonewhocares5712
    @someonewhocares5712 Жыл бұрын

    thanks for all this good info

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @someonewhocares5712

    @someonewhocares5712

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AJJAMStudios all your videos. Have been I have not been in this for over 30 years. My first buy is a sledge my god what a beast

  • @tonesanchez456
    @tonesanchez4566 ай бұрын

    Thank u

  • @meirdeaph
    @meirdeaph2 жыл бұрын

    Man im still hype Off that frontflip u did in your other Video

  • @allenjohnroe
    @allenjohnroe4 ай бұрын

    shock pistons are further adjustable by tapering the holes in them. if you use a body reamer or oversized dril bit then just hit the top or bottom of the holes (depending on the desired effect) you can change the bound or rebound of the shock characteristics. I always save the factory piston original and experiment on secondary pistons. i've found no benefit from tapering both sides 1/2 way, it just makes them act as if there were more or larger holes. also please be mindful that all shock pistons are in the same direction, tapered holes on the top or bottom. great video you scraped the surface of how a shock can be infinitely adjusted.

  • @meknow2851
    @meknow2851 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @overbuiltautomotive1299
    @overbuiltautomotive12992 жыл бұрын

    Man you do a great job at making videos ..be blessed and keep it up

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. 😎👍

  • @blameusa7082
    @blameusa70829 ай бұрын

    thank god 2 days of searching

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    8 ай бұрын

    We’re glad you finally found us 😎👍

  • @GabrielHodge
    @GabrielHodge9 ай бұрын

    I didn't even know about that center cup dampener I really want to use my infraction for on road and off

  • @rufffinoo
    @rufffinoo3 жыл бұрын

    This was something that pretty much terrified me but now that I've taken a set apart and rebuilt them, I'm way more confident. I still think I over tighten stuff though!

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help. 😎👍

  • @Lord_Pistachio_Nut
    @Lord_Pistachio_Nut Жыл бұрын

    I'm pretty sure you could start an E clip instal and removal company, literally doing nothing else but E clips, and you'd be rich. Omg! When you said eclip my anxiety went through the roof.....but watching you do them was soothing AF 🤣🤌

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😎👍

  • @Lord_Pistachio_Nut

    @Lord_Pistachio_Nut

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AJJAMStudios thank YOU! Of all the RCing channels I watch, for fun or for learning, you're hands down the most in depth. The why is almost as important as the what and I love that you break everything down! You rock lol

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    We appreciate your comment greatly. Thank you. Bash on, AJ

  • @seangotham
    @seangotham Жыл бұрын

    I own a Smt10 and currently take no impact when doing jumps like they are way to stiff. I did turn the shock all the way up. I want it to absorb the impact more but I also like the ride height.

  • @InverJaze
    @InverJaze11 ай бұрын

    I am using these shocks for my Mercedes SLK clutch pedal. Speed bumps make your leg 4 times gravity, which causes the clutch system to overpressure. This is a shock on the applied pedal pressure. Having a shock absorber, stops the shock of bumps being suddenly transferred to the hydraulic fluid and causing damage to the pipes, master and slave cylinders. (Known as hydraulic hammering) See Mercedes Clutch over centre helper spring. 🏎🔧 One of the factors in any sports car is weight. So adding over pressure hydraulic bypass valves and controllers are just too heavy to use. Note that it is not that I drive over speed bumps at speed, it is when you never saw that killer bump coming. Note, the brake doesn't seem to need this addition, as the system is more robust. 1:1 scale lol

  • @nofreerides7033
    @nofreerides70333 жыл бұрын

    Was thinking about putting bump stops on my dbxle 2.0 what would be good?? But this is a great idea got some fuel line sitting around… Iam gonna put this on all my RCs .. it’ll help with the chassis slap.,. And will also help with damage to chassis and underlying screws.. all in all a great idea thanks.,,

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    Search around and find some tubing that fits the shock shaft size of the DBXL-E. In this application, with the weight involved, the tubing size really matters. Think of the weight of the car under power, and the impact pressures. The tubing I used in the video works for 8th scale, but the DBXL-E is way bigger. Please let me know what you find, and what you chose to use. Thanks for the comment, AJ

  • @nofreerides7033

    @nofreerides7033

    3 жыл бұрын

    Probably go down to my local hardware…thanks for info…

  • @jessemanglona2366
    @jessemanglona2366 Жыл бұрын

    And now I know.... thanks...

  • @justinsimmons4614
    @justinsimmons46143 ай бұрын

    Have aftermarket shocks on my BigRock. I put 40wt oil in them. The rear are ok but the front bounces when I hit bumps. Go with heavier oil or stiffer spring?

  • @denvermatt
    @denvermatt2 жыл бұрын

    Question: the 1st kraton shock at about 4min you have aluminum (silver) shock retainer on it. Whi makes them? Thanks for the videos. I'm a 80's kid also and love the heavy metal. Seems like yesterday I saw Motley Crue in 89 on tour lol

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am unsure. I have such a large scrap box of stuff. I just picked them out and they fit so I used them. Wish I knew more. They are from 1/8th scale shocks, I know that much.

  • @nelsonbrum8496
    @nelsonbrum84965 ай бұрын

    You forgot to mention that the retaining rings have a correct way to mount.. and that is the leading cause to them coming out of their groove in the shaft and ruining your day..

  • @buttersgrows8427
    @buttersgrows84276 ай бұрын

    I bought gpm shock for xrt the fluid sucks. Could you do a video on piggybacks?

  • @ramonbmovies
    @ramonbmovies4 ай бұрын

    Where can you get that silicone tube that you cut to size and put over the shaft?

  • @phillipfrey6597
    @phillipfrey65972 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the video. What shock oil would you suggest for the arma vorteks

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    2 жыл бұрын

    At the moment I have 35weight in mine and it works well. Thanks for asking 😎👍

  • @fredrickfletcher2823
    @fredrickfletcher2823 Жыл бұрын

    What's the best RC Shocks to buy from Amazon?

  • @lambo6892
    @lambo6892 Жыл бұрын

    Good morning aj, So have Traxxas xrt ,grip it and rip it basher, has 30w all around, not enough. replace shock oil 35 front ,50 back ? Diff oil combo??? What say ye? 👍 Great 101 series , thanks for your help.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    I've not torn into the diffs yet on our XRT so I'm not sure how to answer that one, at least not yet anyway. Give me a bit of time to put ours through the testing process and I should be better equipped to help you out. Thanks for asking. 😎👍

  • @lambo6892

    @lambo6892

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you brother!

  • @hobbyman1971
    @hobbyman19713 жыл бұрын

    Good video sir. It’s really helpful. But Can I use 1/8 shocks on a 1/10 car ? Will it work properly? Thanks

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    Usually no. The scale difference is too great. I'm sure there are a few shocks that might work in certain applications, but as a rule, you need 10th scale shocks on your 10th scale vehicle. The throw and size of 8th scale shocks, plus the weight they are designed to carry, would negate any possible advantages they might have. Thanks for asking. If by some chance you get a set to work properly, leave me a comment and let me know what you had to do to get it to work. Thanks. AJ

  • @hobbyman1971

    @hobbyman1971

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AJJAMStudios thank you. I bought mine accidentally, and I didn’t know about that. I tried to reduce the length of the shocks by using fuel line tube. But I feel that there is sth wrong. Can you help me?

  • @hobbyman1971

    @hobbyman1971

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AJJAMStudios thank you. Recently I’ve got a set of bladder shocks, but after a while from bashing, I found that the bladder was torn. But there isn’t leak. I am in Vietnam so it’s inconvenient to get the new bladder. So is it ok if im still running it with torn bladders? Or can I replace it with silicon O-rings?

  • @segt99
    @segt99 Жыл бұрын

    Very informative video. Unfortunately I am still at a loss. I am running a stock Traxxas 2wd Stampede. Recently the back end is barely rebounding. The stock shocks don't have the threaded barrel so I can't adjust the ride height with the spring like your aftermarket shocks. Would the lack of rebound be caused by air? low fluid? worn out springs? I would like to fix them myself but being on a budget I can't afford to purchase parts that just aren't the cause of the issue.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    First I would remove the shocks and see if the suspension is binding up. If things move smoothly I would test each shock for smoothness to see if they function properly. We use light fluid for rough terrain. Let us know what you find. 👍

  • @segt99

    @segt99

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AJJAMStudios Thanks I just dissembled the rear end. Cleaned it all and made sure things were moving easily and without interference. The shocks do rebound but once reinstalled onto the truck and placed on the ground it sits fine. However, if I push down on the rear it stays down except for maybe 1/4-1-2" up travel. Like I stated earlier, they are stock shocks and don't have the screw type barrel so I am not sure what I need to do.

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Most manufacturers use spring clip adjusters for spring tension. They snap over the barrel and press the springs down. That should help with your spring settings. 😎👍

  • @justinellis9465
    @justinellis9465 Жыл бұрын

    We're you ever able to find a decent piston replacement for the Big Bore shocks?

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    Not yet.

  • @lifetakesflight
    @lifetakesflight3 жыл бұрын

    Have you swapped out the stock springs on your Mojave EXB?

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    3 жыл бұрын

    Negative. I like the way it runs out as it is. Thanks for asking. AJ

  • @fredrickfletcher2823
    @fredrickfletcher2823 Жыл бұрын

    I'm looking to upgrade my front and rear Shocks on my Arrma Senton 3s 4x4 BLX and I want to purchase them off of Amazon, which do you suggest?

  • @AJJAMStudios

    @AJJAMStudios

    Жыл бұрын

    We don’t usually buy from Amazon so I can’t help you there. Sorry

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