Stiffen the rear suspension so not to allow too much weight transfer
. Also, try moving anything you can towards the front of the car, changing the weight bias. Maybe add weight to front of car.
How do I stop my Traxxas Slash from flipping?
How to stop the Stampede from wheelie?
If you don't want to use a wheelie bar, there are a few things that can help keep the front tires on the ground. You can
add some stick-on weights to the front of the Stampede
. This will make it harder for the front end to lift up, but may also cause some erratic steering traits depending on how much weight you use.
What kind of oil does a Traxxas Shock take?
Traxxas premium 30 wt silicone shock oil
is the perfect solution for all your RC needs. This 100% pure silicone oil allows precise vehicle suspension tuning for maximum performance, no matter where you drive.
Can I use motor oil in my RC shocks?
Yes, you can use full synthetic motor oil as silicone RC shock oil
. But it should be just for the semi-bath in lower shocks. This is because this oil is just for lubrication purposes.
How often should you change RC shock oil?
You know it's time to change the oils in your shocks when you notice there isn't enough oil or when you're making changes to the damping setup or when the shocks are damaged and require taking apart. In any case, the shock oils should be changed
2–3 times during a season
.
How do you change the shock oil on a Traxxas Slash?
What does heavier weight shock oil do?
Simply put, if you use a heavier shock oil weight, it'll produce
slower rebounds
. The spring will feel stiffer. On the contrary, thinner fluid flows faster which results in snappy rebounds. In other words, more response at the cost of lubrication.
What is shock oil?
Finish Line's Shock Oil is
a premium suspension fluid formulated specifically for oil damped bicycle forks
. 100% compatible with ALL suspension designs and seals. A semi-synthetic mineral oil formulation that has become the choice of professionals worldwide.
