This information was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for the quick replies. I don't think my skill at this point will reap the fine tuned improvements from some of these mentioned. But for now I think titanium turnbuckles, rpm ball cups, some V2 threaded shocks, the MIP drive syetem and a good set of tires will get me a good starting point to learn the ins and outs. One last thing though, i was looking my ride over and noticed I've lost that little rubber cover for the slipper adjustment nut. Is there a better way to handle that? I don't want to buy a replacement if they're going to fall out frequently, or is this time just a fluke?