Kyosho Big Bore Shocks
11-30-2010, 01:23 PM
#1
Kyosho Big Bore Shocks
I was tempted to try kyosho's big bore shocks for the lazer and rb5. But before I go ahead and purchase them I was wondering if anyone got there hands on them already and if so how did they perform? was there a huge difference in handling things like that, any feedback would be appreciated.
12-06-2010, 07:16 AM
#4
For some reason I can't find these. Does anyone have any part numbers or a link?
12-06-2010, 07:24 AM
#5
I was tempted to try kyosho's big bore shocks for the lazer and rb5. But before I go ahead and purchase them I was wondering if anyone got there hands on them already and if so how did they perform? was there a huge difference in handling things like that, any feedback would be appreciated.
I believe Betts ran them yesterday (somebody's Lazer had a set). They look awesome, but springs are ~$20/pr if I remember correctly.
12-06-2010, 08:39 AM
#6
12-06-2010, 08:51 AM
#7
I must be a moron. I still can't find these.
Link or part #'s please.
Link or part #'s please.
12-06-2010, 09:14 AM
#8
Tech Adept
iTrader: (9)
I just got mine but have yet to race them.
Speedtech is only place I have seen them online yet.
Kyosho Big Bore Shock Set (Fnt, 30) Kyosho Big Bore Shock Set (Fnt, 30)
http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebp...d=482&id=10452
Kyosho Big Bore Shock Set (Rr, 38) KYOW5304V
http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebp...d=482&id=10453
New! Kyosho Complete Big Bore Shock Set (Front & Rear)
http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebp...l.asp?id=10451
The shock kits don't come with any springs. Check out Tebo's setups on www.kyoshoamerica.com for RB5 and ZX5 to find the springs you'll likely need. Yes, you can use the Schumacher springs but you'll be on your own to find what works.
I believe these are the spring Tebo was running.
RB5 front Pink, rear Yellow
ZX5 front Yellow, rear Red
This is a list of Kyosho springs.
XGS001 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Pink/Soft/2pcs)
XGS002 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (White/Medium Soft/2pcs)
XGS003 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Gold/Medium/2pcs)
XGS004 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Red/Medium Hard/2pcs)
XGS005 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Yellow/Hard/2pcs)
XGS011 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Pink/Soft/2pcs)
XGS012 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (White/Medium Soft/2pcs)
XGS013 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Gold/Medium/2pcs)
XGS014 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Red/Medium Hard/2pcs)
XGS015 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Yellow/Hard/2pcs)
Speedtech is only place I have seen them online yet.
Kyosho Big Bore Shock Set (Fnt, 30) Kyosho Big Bore Shock Set (Fnt, 30)
http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebp...d=482&id=10452
Kyosho Big Bore Shock Set (Rr, 38) KYOW5304V
http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebp...d=482&id=10453
New! Kyosho Complete Big Bore Shock Set (Front & Rear)
http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebp...l.asp?id=10451
The shock kits don't come with any springs. Check out Tebo's setups on www.kyoshoamerica.com for RB5 and ZX5 to find the springs you'll likely need. Yes, you can use the Schumacher springs but you'll be on your own to find what works.
I believe these are the spring Tebo was running.
RB5 front Pink, rear Yellow
ZX5 front Yellow, rear Red
This is a list of Kyosho springs.
XGS001 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Pink/Soft/2pcs)
XGS002 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (White/Medium Soft/2pcs)
XGS003 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Gold/Medium/2pcs)
XGS004 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Red/Medium Hard/2pcs)
XGS005 Big Bore Fr. Shock Spring (Yellow/Hard/2pcs)
XGS011 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Pink/Soft/2pcs)
XGS012 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (White/Medium Soft/2pcs)
XGS013 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Gold/Medium/2pcs)
XGS014 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Red/Medium Hard/2pcs)
XGS015 Big Bore Rr. Shock Spring (Yellow/Hard/2pcs)
12-06-2010, 09:43 AM
#9
Thank you.
12-06-2010, 09:44 AM
#10
BB Shocks
I built and ran/raced with the big bores yesterday on both my FS2 and SP2...
On my FS2, they were outstanding and the difference was very noticeable. I let my buddy drive my buggy, whom also has a FS2 and he too said he noticed them and it was big difference over the standard shocks. The most noticeable difference was the stability added as the buggy seemed to "float" on the bumpier sections.
On the RB5, I only had Gold rear springs to use, so the buggy had a big (on power) push. I tried lowering the ride height in the front to help, but for the most part, it remained. Once I get the right rear springs, I know it will make a difference.
The shocks are very plush and I did not make any major changes to setup from the kit shocks, other than use the 4th (inside) hole on teh FS2 front shock tower. I am going to do a lot more testing prior to the Reedy Race and I'm sure the settings will advance a bit in the coming weeks. Stay tuned...
I spoke to Jeff @ Speedtech on Friday night and he has more springs coming from Japan...
On my FS2, they were outstanding and the difference was very noticeable. I let my buddy drive my buggy, whom also has a FS2 and he too said he noticed them and it was big difference over the standard shocks. The most noticeable difference was the stability added as the buggy seemed to "float" on the bumpier sections.
On the RB5, I only had Gold rear springs to use, so the buggy had a big (on power) push. I tried lowering the ride height in the front to help, but for the most part, it remained. Once I get the right rear springs, I know it will make a difference.
The shocks are very plush and I did not make any major changes to setup from the kit shocks, other than use the 4th (inside) hole on teh FS2 front shock tower. I am going to do a lot more testing prior to the Reedy Race and I'm sure the settings will advance a bit in the coming weeks. Stay tuned...
I spoke to Jeff @ Speedtech on Friday night and he has more springs coming from Japan...
12-06-2010, 09:56 AM
#12
Tech Apprentice
Does anyone know the springs pound rates?
12-06-2010, 10:05 AM
#13
12-10-2010, 07:14 AM
#14
I built and ran/raced with the big bores yesterday on both my FS2 and SP2...
On my FS2, they were outstanding and the difference was very noticeable. I let my buddy drive my buggy, whom also has a FS2 and he too said he noticed them and it was big difference over the standard shocks. The most noticeable difference was the stability added as the buggy seemed to "float" on the bumpier sections.
On the RB5, I only had Gold rear springs to use, so the buggy had a big (on power) push. I tried lowering the ride height in the front to help, but for the most part, it remained. Once I get the right rear springs, I know it will make a difference.
The shocks are very plush and I did not make any major changes to setup from the kit shocks, other than use the 4th (inside) hole on teh FS2 front shock tower. I am going to do a lot more testing prior to the Reedy Race and I'm sure the settings will advance a bit in the coming weeks. Stay tuned...
I spoke to Jeff @ Speedtech on Friday night and he has more springs coming from Japan...
On my FS2, they were outstanding and the difference was very noticeable. I let my buddy drive my buggy, whom also has a FS2 and he too said he noticed them and it was big difference over the standard shocks. The most noticeable difference was the stability added as the buggy seemed to "float" on the bumpier sections.
On the RB5, I only had Gold rear springs to use, so the buggy had a big (on power) push. I tried lowering the ride height in the front to help, but for the most part, it remained. Once I get the right rear springs, I know it will make a difference.
The shocks are very plush and I did not make any major changes to setup from the kit shocks, other than use the 4th (inside) hole on teh FS2 front shock tower. I am going to do a lot more testing prior to the Reedy Race and I'm sure the settings will advance a bit in the coming weeks. Stay tuned...
I spoke to Jeff @ Speedtech on Friday night and he has more springs coming from Japan...
Just curious, what is the type of track you run on?
12-10-2010, 07:42 AM
#15
SP2 (F) 32.5w Losi with Pink (R) 27.5w Losi with Red
FS2 (F) 37.5w Losi with Yellow (R) 32.5w Losi with Red