How to Check & Fix R/C Suspension Binding

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  • @tomkirbygreen
    @tomkirbygreen 4 роки тому +3

    Awesome, as always sir! Added to which, if there isn't a UA-cam award for use of innuendo and double entendre there should be: you'd win by a country mile. Take care and stay safe.

  • @JFlyer1973
    @JFlyer1973 4 роки тому +3

    Just was given a B5m last night by a racer helping me get started in racing. This is so timely in helping me know how to keep it all operating smoothly! Great vid Brett!!! As always! Thanks!!!

  • @bretrishelrc9789
    @bretrishelrc9789 4 роки тому +11

    This is something ive been having issues/ wondering about. I thought I was using too thick of shock oil but it is most likely one of these. Thanks Bret!

  • @davidreed3724
    @davidreed3724 4 роки тому +2

    Very good instructions and step by step on locating the problem. Showing what bad parts may look like is a bonus. You've had a few wrecks I see lol. Keeping the parts clean is a big help for your future self every time out. 👍

  • @rafaeldestasio317
    @rafaeldestasio317 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much! I’ve been trying to fix my rc suspension and I never found out how until you guys! Thanks!

  • @adamhirerc78
    @adamhirerc78 4 роки тому +10

    Or if the plastic drive axle is twisted a little, will also cause binding, great video👍🏁

  • @joeyfesta2042
    @joeyfesta2042 4 роки тому +12

    Brett, your reviews & instruction on repairs & replacements are priceless.If I had any kind of business going at the moment I would definitely hire you. Have a great day

  • @Reekohswahvay
    @Reekohswahvay Рік тому +1

    Great video. This helped me identify a bent rear shock. Was able to bend it back and it is working correctly now. Will probably order some extra shocks just in case.

  • @loum7008
    @loum7008 4 роки тому +2

    Great information thank you!!! This is very helpful. I'll have a good check list when doing diff or shock maintenance. Keep the unformitive videos coming!!!

  • @logancosandier3958
    @logancosandier3958 4 роки тому +26

    I love how Brett says bending shock is rare when I bend then like it's Wednesday afternoon in the office

    • @rockman49er
      @rockman49er 4 роки тому +1

      I thought the same

    • @traxxasrc10
      @traxxasrc10 4 роки тому

      Thought the same with the traxxas shocks, otherwise I’ve never bent any other shock shafts.

    • @joeyfesta2042
      @joeyfesta2042 4 роки тому

      I bent 1 front shock shaft & bent it back. I was very surprised I was able to continue use it.

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  4 роки тому +18

      You: "I keep bending shock shafts; what am I doing wrong?" Continues to attempt triple back flip from half pipe.
      -Brett

    • @seanmccuen6970
      @seanmccuen6970 3 роки тому

      you abuse your equipment. better you than me.

  • @Talkitoutt
    @Talkitoutt 4 роки тому +1

    Subscribed. You guys produce quality, educational content. Invaluable for someone like me. THANK YOU!!!

  • @iainbrymer4072
    @iainbrymer4072 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant thanks. Sorted out my suspension sag which was due to a sticky suspension arm. Thanks!

  • @awadatashii
    @awadatashii 3 роки тому

    Thanks, chap! You're a godsend for us newbs!

  • @advisory_management
    @advisory_management 3 роки тому

    This is really helpful, my rock racer has bound independent front suspension and I didn’t know why until I did some of the things it said to do in the video, thanks!

  • @abramafs
    @abramafs 4 роки тому +2

    Super helpful video. Love the clarity, this is great thank you so much!!

  • @runnerbaba
    @runnerbaba 4 роки тому +3

    Wow. What a masterpiece of Video. Thank you

  • @lancebranchman
    @lancebranchman 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the great info.can you do a video on the Team associated RC10T6.2 Team kit . I would love to see your Version of a set up.

  • @Ratboycure
    @Ratboycure 4 роки тому

    Love your explanations and tutorials. Appreciate the help.

  • @KaniZRC
    @KaniZRC 4 роки тому

    This is really good maintenance! Sadly my Maxx not needing any replacement parts lol even after 2 months of bashing and abuse. The A arm and C hub bottom screws will likely back out so watch for those and re tight.

  • @murtasma
    @murtasma 4 роки тому +1

    This was a great and very informative video.

  • @sindbadsailor7868
    @sindbadsailor7868 4 роки тому +1

    Wow... really good information here... i wish i knew this when i built the kit

  • @robertruiz5417
    @robertruiz5417 3 місяці тому

    Excellent video needed this

  • @aa240sx
    @aa240sx 4 роки тому +2

    super timely video, brett. was just doing some suspension work on my scx10 and noticed on some terrain my rear suspension would lift on one side and not stay down. anyway, this ended up being caused by the spring actually rubbing against the shock tower. So another thing I would also check is to make sure the spacer used to attach the upper shock is long enough so that the spring on the shock does not hit the shock mount.

  • @lisaledden2179
    @lisaledden2179 4 роки тому

    Also can you do another video between the Trx4 and Trx4 Sport because they both go pros and cons and can't decide which one I did see the Trx4 sport video you made thanks!!!:)

  • @Ryantang01
    @Ryantang01 4 роки тому

    Very helpful video and Great clear instruction! Thanks.👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @kurookami20
    @kurookami20 Рік тому

    I have a tekno et48.3 i used to run years ago. I'm going through a rebuild at the moment and have covered almost everything mechanical in new parts yet it seems like the front arms don't travel very far until they hit the bump stop set screw against the chassis early.. again it's been a few years since i have been into the hobby but is that normal?

  • @nonexegimonumentum8583
    @nonexegimonumentum8583 3 роки тому +1

    It's funny that you used two models that I have. One is Quantum Maverick Flux and the other is Asso B6.2. And just like in this video, in Quantum the suspension doesn't work, or it broke, and the Asso works fine. I love Asso RC10B6.2! :D

  • @lancebranchman
    @lancebranchman 4 роки тому

    This was a great video very very helpful.

  • @sudsrc8261
    @sudsrc8261 4 роки тому +1

    some really good info here. I can't help but wonder... Who were the 3 a holes who disliked this? Some people out there just suck. ;) But enough about them. Great video. Keep up the good work.

  • @CHEVY0527
    @CHEVY0527 3 роки тому

    Thank you, very helpful video. 👍 Arm Reamer

  • @jerryvolpini7987
    @jerryvolpini7987 4 роки тому +1

    Brett: "It's uncommon to bend a shock shaft".
    Me: "When was the last time you drove a Traxxas!"

    • @joeyfesta2042
      @joeyfesta2042 4 роки тому

      Jerry Volpini Never ran a Traxxas myself.Ive only had HPI nitros & now Arrma electrics.

    • @jerryvolpini7987
      @jerryvolpini7987 4 роки тому

      @@joeyfesta2042 Dont get me wrong, I like Traxxas but the stock shock shafts are 'bendy', lol!

  • @pimpsterrrrr
    @pimpsterrrrr 4 роки тому

    Great clear instruction! Thanks.

  • @K_Nasty
    @K_Nasty 4 роки тому +4

    Owners manual... If you took my truck apart down to every screw and threw them in a pile I could put it back together with my eyes closed.lol

  • @devanmorrison7419
    @devanmorrison7419 4 роки тому

    Do kyosho M9 tki4 video also do a video on premounted tires vs tires you need to mount yourself

  • @mikeymike3240
    @mikeymike3240 4 роки тому

    Hi Brett, niiiiiiice one, really useful information. Easy to watch and understand. 😎👍👍👍🇬🇧

  • @dustinplee5067
    @dustinplee5067 3 роки тому

    I just got done with my stampede 4x4 a couple of days ago and it will not even pick up a wheelie I checked my A arms and there is no binding and I screwed my shock threads down on my shocks and it still does not want to pop a wheelie it acts like it wants to pop a wheelie in the front like it wants to pick up but it does not want to pick up a Pop wheelie what can I fix on it to do wheelies and it’s a 14 tooth pinion so it should do wheelies it’s not an all please help

  • @mclovin583
    @mclovin583 3 роки тому

    Does anyone know if your upper camber arms should be parallel to the lower arm on the rear? I'm modifying mine with ball ends but they only clears the shocks if they are pushed towards the front of the vehicle at the bulkhead. Cheers!

  • @pedrogustavosiqueiraneves9444
    @pedrogustavosiqueiraneves9444 4 роки тому

    Thank you!!! Very good, good man!!!

  • @any3-official
    @any3-official 4 роки тому +1

    I love ur intro👍😳🤣

  • @rickymason9728
    @rickymason9728 4 роки тому

    I have a problem with an old school rc Bigfoot truck. I think something is broken inside the rear axle

  • @motorsportministries7843
    @motorsportministries7843 3 роки тому

    What about dirty shock oil? What should i do about that? Refilled them new and in 2 runs the oil was black and the shock was not working optimally

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, just dump the fluid and add some fresh stuff. I'll like using a lint-free towel to wipe out the cylinder too. This premier blue o-ring grease is good to apply to silicone o-rings to help seal them up a little better. Usually the oil falls down the shaft and out of the cylinder, but in off-road, any dirt on the shaft can potentially travel up into the cylinder too, contaminating it; this grease may better seal that: www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-premier-blue-oring-grease-multipurpose-lubricant-10ml-ptk-1410/p-qeawqseqpzqxactz
      -Brett

  • @AluzJunior
    @AluzJunior 3 роки тому

    Hi, I have a problem. I upgraded my Wltoys 12428 suspension with a aluminum one. The front suspension moves freely with the hands. But when I install the shocks it binds down and don't get back up. It appears that the springs can't handle the truck weight. I tested the shocks and they are working good, apparently.

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      Yes, sounds like the vehicle is too heavy for the shocks. Shocks need to be tuned to the vehicle weight and application.
      -Brett

    • @AluzJunior
      @AluzJunior 3 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies but the shocks came with the suspension kit. Do you have any idea to fix this?

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      ​@@AluzJunior If your suspension doesn't bind, and the shocks move freely, I can only assume the shocks are not tuned for the vehicle. I'm really not sure, and Wltoys is not a part of our collection. You might want to try contacting them.
      -Brett

  • @fordfsd
    @fordfsd 3 роки тому

    What about shock pistons? I have a car that the pistons just started to bind in the cylinders. It’s all clean and the shafts are straight. No dents in the cylinders. I can’t figure it out.... the shafts slide in freely but the pistons act like they are now to big.

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      Shoot, I don't know. Plastic/Delrin pistons don't grow or swell. If anything, over prolonged use in the cylinder they actually wear down, shrinking in size. If you haven't swapped out any parts in the shock, something has to be bent. You rolled the shock shaft on a flat surface without the piston and it didn't wobble at all?
      -Brett

  • @Nerm78
    @Nerm78 4 роки тому

    Great info. Thanks!

  • @ryankim7532
    @ryankim7532 4 роки тому

    I love this video 👍

  • @8ssteve994
    @8ssteve994 4 роки тому

    Nice one, cheers bud

  • @12R1rcbashr
    @12R1rcbashr 4 роки тому +1

    Great info my brotha thanks for sharing happy bashing my friend👍🤙😎😛😜😝👊✌

  • @damaylaphoenix1155
    @damaylaphoenix1155 3 роки тому

    i have my car on a stand with the wheels off. the suspension moved freely untill i put the shocks on , now its stiff. if i lift the arms up it move freely again. is that normal?

    • @damaylaphoenix1155
      @damaylaphoenix1155 3 роки тому

      it is a arrma typhon!

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      Yeah, it's normal for the suspension to feel stiffer once the shock is installed. As long as the arms are bound, and neither is the shock, you should be ok to reinstall everything and go drive!
      -Brett

    • @damaylaphoenix1155
      @damaylaphoenix1155 3 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies thanks , i found the problem , i put rubber inserts in the outdrive, the same ones that come on the rear diff of a kraton v5. not a good idea for the front diff , as it make the steering unmovable. i did put some in the center lets see how that go's ! lol! thanks again for the advice! Have a awesome Christmas and new year!

  • @kid_withabike7920
    @kid_withabike7920 3 роки тому +2

    “It’s uncommon to bend a shock shaft”
    *traxxas has entered the chat*

  • @andreschavez6556
    @andreschavez6556 4 роки тому

    THANK YOU!,I have this problem

  • @jessicabailey7213
    @jessicabailey7213 2 роки тому

    my 4x4 rc trucks shocks lock and i would like to know how to fix it

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  2 роки тому

      Shocks usually lock up from a bent shock shaft, caked on dirt/mud, or having too much fluid in the shock cylinder resulting in hydrolock (but this can only happen if you just rebuilt the shocks). A bent shock shaft is usually most common, at least for off-road vehicles. Give them a check and let me know what you find out.
      -Brett

  • @bugspray5286
    @bugspray5286 4 роки тому

    Where is the link mentioned, to the old suspension video?

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  4 роки тому +1

      Very sorry. Thanks for catching that! Link added, but here it is: ua-cam.com/video/ej7CRAIGXow/v-deo.html
      -Brett

  • @baltazgaming_0521
    @baltazgaming_0521 Рік тому

    What is the car in the vid?

  • @gustavosoares2357
    @gustavosoares2357 3 роки тому

    how big of a reamer do i need for my e revo 1/16 vxl

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      You'll need to measure the diameter of the hinge pin. Calipers make this easy: www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-6-digital-caliper-w-lcd-display-hard-case-ptk-8290/p678630
      -Brett

  • @gamercat7004
    @gamercat7004 2 роки тому

    I need help my slash doesn't stay straight and trimmed it and so much aligning I got so annoyed. And when deaccelerating happens it shifts to the left or right.

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  2 роки тому

      Have you checked it for binding? If one of the wheels isn't spinning freely there may be some binding. The shocks also need the same amount of preload collars from the left and right side on the front, and then the rears should be the same as each other too. If you have more collars on one side than the other, the ride height and weight distribution will be off side to side. It can be off from having suspension binding too, which is also important to check.
      -Brett

    • @gamercat7004
      @gamercat7004 2 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies I ended up getting the big bore shocks from traxxas and I had a issue with the TSM and found out it was deactivated and had a blinking green light. Now it's solid green light and now it keeps it straight now. Idk if that helped the issue. Could that hide the problem by the tsm?

    • @gamercat7004
      @gamercat7004 2 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies I don't have preload collars on the front but have the bigger collars on the rear. So I need to have the preload on the front like the rears?

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  2 роки тому +1

      @@gamercat7004 Could be. If the TSM wasn't working properly before, that could have been the issue. Glad it's going straight now!
      -Brett

    • @gamercat7004
      @gamercat7004 2 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies ya I noticed the blinking green light and saw a video about that and fixed it. It drives straight now.

  • @No.name9463
    @No.name9463 4 роки тому +1

    Price for car ?

  • @efthimisspyropoulos
    @efthimisspyropoulos 4 роки тому

    Yes you're right !

  • @lisaledden2179
    @lisaledden2179 4 роки тому +1

    Can you do more NITRO tips great video:) These videos help me out a lot!!!!

  • @burn1gotbeats
    @burn1gotbeats 3 роки тому

    Helpful thx 🙏

  • @smitheshn6637
    @smitheshn6637 4 роки тому

    Which car is that in the pic?

  • @Ericthesaabguy
    @Ericthesaabguy 7 місяців тому

    How do i fix squeaky shocks 🤔

  • @LawrenceTimme
    @LawrenceTimme 4 роки тому

    It also helps if you use shock oil rather than glue in the damper 😲😲😲

  • @MastaJay
    @MastaJay 4 роки тому

    No dislikes 👑

  • @ucitymetalhead
    @ucitymetalhead 2 роки тому

    This is exactly what mine is doing not rebounding if I push it down

  • @AverageRCBasher
    @AverageRCBasher 4 роки тому +1

    Pinch the ball cup

  • @garygallant5390
    @garygallant5390 Рік тому

    I make sure my shafts are fully lubricated.

  • @AverageRCBasher
    @AverageRCBasher 4 роки тому

    Move the shaft in and out, sounds dirty when Brett says it

  • @rccrew4932
    @rccrew4932 4 роки тому +4

    if a part is bend then you can also bend it back. is cheaper :D

    • @Krideezy
      @Krideezy 4 роки тому +1

      Some parts yes. You do not want to bend shock shafts back to their original shape you may damage the integrity of the shafts travel.

    • @joeyfesta2042
      @joeyfesta2042 4 роки тому

      Sorry but that’s not necessarily accurate.If you break a glass or ceramic figurine you can repair it with glue but it will never be as good as new. There will always be that weak link in the bend of the shock shift.

    • @rccrew4932
      @rccrew4932 4 роки тому

      Yeah but I'm just a basher so I don't mind little damage. I bend things back multiple times without problems

    • @paulclancy2404
      @paulclancy2404 4 роки тому

      Both true never work like new but if your sending or landing with extreme force you just bend again anyway lol

    • @paulclancy2404
      @paulclancy2404 4 роки тому

      My granite shocks I've bent back they leak anyway

  • @krisennadasen9558
    @krisennadasen9558 4 роки тому

    Great

  • @creative_expressionproductions
    @creative_expressionproductions 3 роки тому

    dude...if we bought new shock shafts everytime we bent one we would be broke! Just tap that sucker straight on a wooden block with a non marring hammer...goo d to go.

  • @whoeverwonders9892
    @whoeverwonders9892 3 роки тому

    can I just spray WD40?

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      No

    • @whoeverwonders9892
      @whoeverwonders9892 3 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies damage the plastic and attract dirt?

    • @AMain_Hobbies
      @AMain_Hobbies  3 роки тому

      @@whoeverwonders9892 It shouldn't damage the plastics, but WD40 is not a cleaner, so it will not clean your vehicle and will leave a residue if not wiped off.
      -Brett

    • @whoeverwonders9892
      @whoeverwonders9892 3 роки тому

      @@AMain_Hobbies sounds reasonable, thanks for the reply!

  • @bikesandrc4387
    @bikesandrc4387 4 роки тому +2

    I almost made it. 516th

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    @johnmiller4553 4 роки тому

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  • @jean-marcescutary7946
    @jean-marcescutary7946 4 роки тому

    😎👏👏👍👍👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦❤️

  • @sherzodshukurov7689
    @sherzodshukurov7689 4 роки тому

    Please spekin,,,,,$

  • @joyroy366
    @joyroy366 4 роки тому

    Fourth 😂😂

  • @jonyyyy3671
    @jonyyyy3671 4 роки тому

    Poop im third

  • @RC-ty5ym
    @RC-ty5ym 4 роки тому +1

    Ah sh*t, I'm not the first.
    Then I'm the second.

    • @Louc4356
      @Louc4356 4 роки тому

      i was second viewer and first liker it was 38 seconds

  • @Louc4356
    @Louc4356 4 роки тому

    first

  • @borisbritva8486
    @borisbritva8486 11 місяців тому

    Чудове відео, дякую!

  • @the4rsofrc83
    @the4rsofrc83 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the tips!!!