311LikesTekno RC EB48.4 Thread
04-12-2017 | 06:57 AM
#736
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I went through my shock build last night and was paying very close attention to this in light of this discussion... I encountered the same issue. I'm not convinced it's an issue with the rings, though... it's quite possible that the collars or the bodies aren't the proper size.
At any rate, there's definitely an issue somewhere. Hopefully under load, there will be enough pressure from the spring compression to keep the collars in place, but it's not a long-term solution.
At any rate, there's definitely an issue somewhere. Hopefully under load, there will be enough pressure from the spring compression to keep the collars in place, but it's not a long-term solution.
04-12-2017 | 06:58 AM
#737
Its more likely that the machining on the shock body is slightly undersized making the o-ring feel loose on it.
04-12-2017 | 07:02 AM
#738
Tech Master
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 1,167
From: Maine
I went through my shock build last night and was paying very close attention to this in light of this discussion... I encountered the same issue. I'm not convinced it's an issue with the rings, though... it's quite possible that the collars or the bodies aren't the proper size.
At any rate, there's definitely an issue somewhere. Hopefully under load, there will be enough pressure from the spring compression to keep the collars in place, but it's not a long-term solution.
At any rate, there's definitely an issue somewhere. Hopefully under load, there will be enough pressure from the spring compression to keep the collars in place, but it's not a long-term solution.
04-12-2017 | 08:22 AM
#739
Nope. All 4 shock bodies measured .742". Not all too concerned about it, was easily resolved with some different o-rings.
04-12-2017 | 10:08 AM
#740
I had a spring collar that wasn't milled on the inside to seat the oring at the factory. Tekno replaced it no problem. Not sure if that's your problem? Contact tekno I'm sure they will replace a defect
04-12-2017 | 10:15 AM
#741
Tech Rookie
Joined: Apr 2017
Posts: 6
From: MN
Well it was kind of frustrating at the time but now that I found a $0.30 o-ring at the hardware store it's not that big of a deal. Found a 1/16" o-ring part number 41-0018 that worked perfectly FYI.
04-12-2017 | 10:15 AM
#742
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Asked before, and no one answered, or confirmed checking.
The o-rings to seal the cap, and the one for the shock collar are in the same bags. It is possible that the wrong one was used in the wrong place. Can you guys go over these and confirm if this is the issue? The shock collar will definitely feel loose if the o-ring isn't right.
The o-rings to seal the cap, and the one for the shock collar are in the same bags. It is possible that the wrong one was used in the wrong place. Can you guys go over these and confirm if this is the issue? The shock collar will definitely feel loose if the o-ring isn't right.
04-12-2017 | 10:36 AM
#743
Tech Initiate
Joined: Jan 2016
Posts: 23
Rear shock collar
I built the rear shocks and the collars were loose also, can we order just the o-ring? Part# ?
04-12-2017 | 10:48 AM
#744
This would be my guess also. Im not overly worried about it, as I would think the spring pressure will keep them from moving. I always index mine so time will tell.
04-12-2017 | 05:16 PM
#746
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04-13-2017 | 09:23 PM
#750
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Finally got my kit together. Can honestly say it was the nicest kit i've ever built. Went together so smooth. Best instructions i've seen in a kit.
Only complaint is the chassis is so narrow I could barely fit the ESC and cap pack in there.
Can't wait to run it!
Only complaint is the chassis is so narrow I could barely fit the ESC and cap pack in there.
Can't wait to run it!