Originally Posted by
Phat-Boy
Broke 2 stock bulkhead in last 3 practice runs (bad driver) thinking of getting aluminum bulkhead what is pro & con on alu bulkhead. It's 10g heavy, so will change handling.
For durability, it is worth it. 10 grams can be overcome.
Originally Posted by
stuffandthat
What's the difference between the standard shock bodies that come with the kit and the FT shock bodies with the Kashima coat?
Also, is it worth upgrading to the aluminum shock caps?
The Kashima coating is harder and smoother than the stock bodies (inside and out). They are worth it if you need to replace the original bodies due to wear and tear AND you are looking for every micro advantage you can find. If you are a mortal like myself who needs the best bang for the buck, the stock bodies are more than adequate.
Personally, I have never broken a plastic shock cap on my 10th scale AE cars in the last 6 years. Also, I'd rather break the shock cap than whatever was next in line to take the hit.