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Post by larrybrown on Aug 16, 2006 17:14:02 GMT
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Post by Northy on Aug 16, 2006 22:49:25 GMT
I wouldn't use Green Slime if I was you, it can mix with the oil and change the viscosity and can even block holes in the pistons!  I'd just use shock oil on everything. G |
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Post by YoKoMo-MX4 on Aug 17, 2006 16:18:44 GMT
I wouldn't use Green Slime if I was you, it can mix with the oil and change the viscosity and can even block holes in the pistons! I'd just use shock oil on everything. G Maybe if you use too much. I've never had such a problem, but I use it sparingly on the shaft and seals, just enough to 'free' them. You can certainly tell when assembling that the slime helps smooth the action... just my 2cents (USD) 'nuff said, MX4 |
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Post by Northy on Aug 17, 2006 17:00:40 GMT
Fair enough, but I've also heard of others not using it any more as it can make the two shocks different in action if you don't use exactly the same amount.
But, its whatever works for you!
G
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Post by YoKoMo-MX4 on Aug 17, 2006 22:30:48 GMT
Fair enough, but I've also heard of others not using it any more as it can make the two shocks different in action if you don't use exactly the same amount. I might be inclined to agree with this a bit. I've never been able to get shocks perfectly matched (have not invested in the Losi too yet) but I always blamed this on slight differences in oil volume / shaft seals / air temp / voodoo. Adding the slime to the mix is yet one more variable that could affect the outcome. What I do know for a fact is that green slime will make the shocks butter-smooth when they are empty. It is worth mentioning too that before you fill the shocks, make sure they 'feel' the same on the up and down stroke. Sometimes a seal or the piston can cause extra drag that will make the shocks darn near impossible to match. This applies to all makes/models. As G sez, whatever works for you... 'nuff said, MX4 |
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I'd just use shock oil on everything.