RC Speed Secret: Perfectly Smooth Suspension

[@MichalOrlowskiRacing]

What’s up!

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Just trying to be factory like you 😎

[@TheHairyConnoissuer]

What a great video. Great timing! We all could be a little bit faster right 🥸

[@MrMadtractor]

your pretty much the last rc car channel i watch, your content is awesome and your not gloating about new junk and showing off. just humble racer with awesome lessons and tips

[@slow_joe_fg4134]

I know this is a 3 year old video, but I did everything he said to do to my shocks and whoa. Seriously. Whoa. My car is butter........ Thanks Ryan!!

[@slappomatthew]

I wish there was an RC channel as good as yours for onroad. the closest thing is a pay channel. Thanks for taking the time to put all this info out here.

[@meintelr]

For the new guy just getting into RC Racing I really appreciate your videos. Thank You

[@nighthawkj30A4]

Been Replacing and Rebuilding Shocks since 1993 on my RC10T. So explained how i been doing it Good video.

[@robbosrc]

I’ve been into Bashers for yrs but just started 1/10 2wd Buggy Racing I’ve learned so much from your videos Cheers Mate! 👍

[@TheWorkingWorldWeShare]

This is something people don’t spend enough time perfecting, makes such a huge difference.

[@alajeunesse254]

Oh man those pistons, absolutely love the idea of tunable compression

[@jamespeaker70]

Thanks

[@walterfiehl1557]

Thanks. I've already watched this video. But ,I was working on my carpet car and watched the speed secrets again..thanks for the honesty on the parts and set ups...

[@thecman26]

Good ole Ken Peterson is quite a talented guy AND he's fast too! Good plug for Team Rattlecan products!

[@jackdurden466]

My second viewing and I got so much more from it. Thanks, You certainly helped me realize that simply going to a stiffer spring isn't the first thing to do! Great video!

[@jamesbooth5522]

Thanks Ryan , love the longer vid , as always , love your work and passion . Thanks to you and your earlier vids I’ve now go a b6d , a B74 and recently a b6.2d . All second hand , and been learning so much from your vids . Had my first race a few weeks ago , didn’t go to plan , qualified 3rd in 2wd and broke the rear shock tower in the first main , then in the rush and hype , cooked my esc in my 4wd by hooking it up backwards , something I will not do twice ( hopefully 😂) . Has taken nearly 2 years to get to this point , but you and your vids have played a huge part in me getting to where I am now . Thank you Ryan .

[@pandroidigital]

What , the , f!!!!! 😧

[@SolRC]

Is very nice to see a pro help people go fast , preventative maintenance and attention to detail is the key to happiness in any motorsport. Well played sir.

[@DiscGolfAU]

I learn something new every time you have one of these videos. Thanks

[@stevemarcil1911]

Definitely a great video.. I'll be having plenty of time to rebuild the cars while I recover from knee replacement surgery. Keep up the great work Sir!

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Best of luck to you and your recovery!

[@stevemarcil1911]

@@RyanHarrisRC thank you sir!

[@troysrcchannel5659]

I'm really getting into the hobby and am learning a lot about different things. I'm a basher but can def incorporate your tips into keeping my rigs jumping high and flipping fast. Thanks for your vids.

[@CarBoreBoy]

This is perfect, thanks. I'm re-starting my RC life from the mid-90s with a re-re Schumacher Top Cat (before renovating my original TA01 Escort RS) and this is going to help give it the spruce it deserves. Like the vibe in the workshop there, too. Stylish and comfy. Now to source similar lubes and polish here in the UK!

[@the_hessian__]

Also returning after being one of the kids in the mid-80's when I had an Optima (pre-belt, pre-mid) and my buddy went Hornet -> Falcon -> whatever that first Losi buggy was (when we started they were pretty much just making motors). This time I almost went Cougar Classic but landed on a Yz-2 cal3,1 as the Cougar was backordered and the Yokomo was mid-motor and on-sale big-time. Those were the brands I coveted back then so either will do for me. Also loving Ryan's content as I return to this hobby.

[@fishtailfistscale8362]

Ryan gets it. Likes and subs well earned. Thank you Professor RC. 🏆🎥

[@Shaunusprowire1748]

Cheers for the oil change? I was quite surprised how intricut it really is, cleaning hinge pins etc, thanks for all that quite interesting. Peace Shaun.👍

[@hadynmcloughlin4661]

RC drifting is a new hobby for me and I run my Yokomo on a concrete track that is in a shared public space that can get dirty, a great video to help rebuild my car with some helpful tips thank you!

[@redryan8388]

I am now and forever will be chasing that buttery suspension!

[@kurtbenson6600]

Great video. My only suggestion is to include a segment that shows the acceptable wear between ballstuds and ballcups. I think a lot of people would find that helpful with regards to rebuilding or replacing those components. Thanks!

[@Animalmawds]

Just got back into the race a couple of months ago and your videos have all been in someway informative to me. I just wanted to say thank you and keep these videos coming Ryan. 🙏

[@paulhumphreys6708]

Another great vid Ryan, nice touch at the end mentioning everyone that helps out.

[@kylebecker3312]

I’m loving the longer vid. Thanks Ryan

[@tone-starfire]

Thanks, Ryan, I’m fairly new at rc hobby, my son in law got me started 3 years ago, we got a small flat track in my back yard, I’m 65 years young, so this is a little hard for me, I thought you wanted a rebound on the shocks, can’t wait to try your technique out on track, thanks again, love your videos, Tony

[@Aflacist]

so did i, i'm very confused

[@willimitus]

It depends on how you want to tune your shocks. Neither are necessarily wrong. I would probably lean towards less rebound.

[@dub2536]

New sub. Just found your channel. You explain things very well and clearly. I am grateful. TY and best wishes.

[@Castro3868]

Great video. I’m a airplane guy and just now getting into the car stuff. Picking up my Losi mini B to start with this weekend. Learned a ton even if it doesn’t pertain to that car. You earned a subscriber for sure. Looking forward to watching other videos from you.

[@chrisbracken7889]

You ride dirt bikes too ! A man after my own heart .

[@MX-CO]

I love Dirt bikes and RC, but how do you afford it all. I haven't raced dirt bikes in years, but only because I can't afford to😊

[@JFlyer1973]

Oh man... haven’t even watched yet and I am sooooo stoked you did this video Ryan!!! New racer here and this is GREATLY NEEDED!!! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Ryan is one of the best presenters out there.

[@I-just-watch-stuff]

Solid color bringing back the essence of the JRX2? If only there were yellow five spoke wheels available.

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Just a temp body until get time to paint up my scheme on some fresh lids!

[@HappyPandaPropertyServicesTV]

Hey Ryan, seen quite a few of your videos now, and I would like to say thankyou. Always learn something and you clearly put a lot of effort into your RC and your videos, a big time commitment.

[@carloswright]

You would make an awesome teacher. Great video with great information, observations, and explanations.

[@UWMitch]

I am new back into this after 25(?) years off, but loved seeing that polishing hinge pins is still a thing! Back in the day I used flitz polish on 1500 or 2000 grit sandpaper.

[@dustin6828]

I use powdered graphite for a lot of this. Pack it in so dirt won’t replace it. Never had issues, it’s always kept everything lubricated and protected.

[@abelvelazco5450]

I use dry graphite too

[@waynealexander4381]

A very informative video there thanks! Helped me in preparation of checking my truck shocks

[@rcnoob2765]

Ryan thank you for the. Ideas I just started on the hobby I just got the TLR 22x4 elite and I can’t find the tool hex size to adjust the rod. If you can share the size will be great

[@justinchan2096]

Dear Ryan, I’m building a 5.0 3.5mm shock with domed cap. I have seen dozens of demonstrations on KZbin including yours, and I followed all the steps. No matter what I tried, the shaft retracts all the way when it’s at full extend, unlike yours @23:57 the shaft stays still until you push it in. What could it be wrong? Can you help please…

[@kylebecker3312]

Ryan! Have you ever used a tire balancer? You should make a video about it please

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I do not use them, sorry dude

[@DrJT-ly3vr]

Loving all this content... Can't even apply it right now due to a lot of transitions, but I'm soaking it up... Thank you for sharing sich useful and detailed support!

[@Kirk_Wood]

Check out White Diamond metal polish, it's hands down the best polish.

[@kyle1108]

Good info for a smooth car Ryan. Well done.

[@aidanw8015]

Thanks this really help for my b 74

[@tyronerobinson6433]

i do the same thing with my hinge pin in nitro 1/8 scale. i use Mother Chrome shine. it works well. i am going to start the same in my 1/10 scale program. what good cigars do you have in the humidor?

[@Patrik2166]

Ryan thank you so much for the tips and all the awesome videos you make I am happy to say that I finally got into a club and I will have my first ever 1/10th scale carpet race! Beginers class here I come 😁

[@jcobra09]

Where you at now? Still racing?

[@Patrik2166]

@@jcobra09 I have been racing up until December. Took a 4 month break because of my driving license :) Regarding said buggy I have sold it and bought a Schumacher KC Laydown and tuned it to it's maximum potential. While I was away I have practiced a bit in VRC, I have got better in the virtual environment, hopefully it translates to the real world nicely :D

[@hdylogistics]

added to my list of things this weekend before we start racing again.

[@tisaconundrum]

Good to see a video from you again, my man!

[@jonvarga5569]

I've seen a lot of contradicting reviews and instructional videos on how much rebound your shock is supposed to have. Can you elaborate on why you (@24:00) do not want any rebound at all?

[@superstock9261]

Rebound is a variable that is difficult to control and it diminishes to nearly zero after a full race day, therefore it isn't a reliable method to alter suspension characteristics

[@russroznowski2087]

How do you prevent the shaft from retracting into the body?

[@waldojasenvanvuuren6897]

I have been watching your videos and loving them but I have a quick question dose the vrp gamechanger have pistons for the yokomo and where can I get them

[@mclarenf115]

Hey Ryan. Do u use 1up racing cv joint lube. Also do you ever use any rebound on your shocks.. love the videos.

[@taurustrex5134]

Great sharing Ryan, good timing, thanks for sharing. one question, should we apply any lub to the polished hinge pin?

[@jesusherrera6016]

Awesome videos brotha great explaination on alll of your videos and easy to understand with your tricks and tips

[@richarddresser3401]

What Losi car is that? I have an old school TLR 22-4 2.0 and I absolutely love this car

[@ShasOAunLa]

nice to see you went with the transparent watch again! I miss the 'Wall-of-cars' tho :(

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I am hoping to get my shelf of cars to look a bit better if that helps lol

[@ShasOAunLa]

@@RyanHarrisRC loving that presenting of your cars, maybe just a bit of a angle while storing them? greetings from over the pond from your Patreon Jan ;)

[@rong648]

Ryan do you have any videos on slipper clutch adjustments?

[@derr8740]

What's up man. Why don't you use that never dull on the shock shafts but instead use the paste?

[@joebusuttil8590]

Great video. I’m relatively new to the hobby and not massively clued up with suspension but aren’t the shock shafts supposed to slowly push back out or is that only when there’s a bladder in the end cap?

[@BASSstarlet]

They need the bladder AND the oil :)

[@DustyFingersRC]

In the UK we don't have Nevr-Dull but isn't it just a metal polish? The same a Brasso is a metal polish? Thanks

[@primoservices5636]

This was great all these lite things come together get u closer to winning I learned couple things . Thanks till the next one

[@issaadams1837]

Awesome video. Question. I have a Redcat Racing Shredder XTE V2 and I was wondering how to properly bleed the shocks. They do not have bleed screws just 2 piece caps (metal outer cap with plastic inner and o-ring attached..

[@TA-iq7iy]

The solid-colored body is cool!!

[@TheRealMikeHowe]

Yer the man Ryan! Such an inspiration to us all. I've always used Brasso on my shock shafts, but also on the Hinge Pins. I just learned about the Never Dull stuff. Thanks bro!

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I like the Neverdull on the hinge pins as it seems to be slightly more aggressive and help take the gunk off more efficiently!

[@TheRealMikeHowe]

@@RyanHarrisRC Cool and right on! I've always used the scotch pad and Brasso. I'll try it out!

[@patchadams9837]

Hey Ryan - more great tips 👌 - the science that is RC engineering! 🔬🔧 One thing I struggle with is - how much is too much play? I don’t know whether you could create a video to demonstrate this question - not just hinge pin / wishbone related but ball stud and bearings. Thank you 👍

[@jasonrobinson7343]

Bring that traveling workshop up to Detroit when ready! I'll help in any way I can.

[@digeolrc8586]

Should be No rebound after filled oil, right? Rebounc just spring effect?

[@brandonbentley5453]

MIP bypass pistons rock. Kinda off topic. Great video! 👍

[@kanenas6007]

Would a vacuum pump for removing the air from the shocks be useful?

[@1111bigmike]

You mentioned the game changer shock pistons and I checked there website, but they have a lot of different sizes for the tlr 22 5. If I may ask, for someone who is still relatively new, what is the difference in the sizes and what should I be looking for and avoid?

[@michaelfinchett4199]

Great video, the suspension pre load on my car when setting ride height usually isnt the same on both sides when trying to set ride height equal 🤔 what is the likley reason ? Weight distribution ? I measure the shock lengths with vernier calipers

[@tomcook5813]

I like your Brasso idea, I think I’ll do it. Just remember, Brasso is a very fine abrasive, so try to get all of it off.

[@Hungrybird474]

And don’t get it on your skin , major problems

[@toddbrown8969]

Thanks for the tips! Keep on ripping my friend,looking forward to the next video!!!!

[@michaels5064]

Hey Ryan ! Why did you have no rebound on your shocks ? I always thought you should have Quarter inch of rebound ?!

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I always set mine to zero for more consistent behavior

[@diycaravanning6507]

Nice detail in the vid. Fab work mate

[@reecejezowski4545]

Hey Ryan your videos are awesome, keep up the great content!

[@ruebiracerschannel4962]

Very nice video Ryan, would like to ask, as you build the aeration shocks with fully pushed in piston rod: Clear you have zero rebound by this, but is your shock also sucking the rod in from full extended length? Couldn´t really spot it in the video!

[@russroznowski2087]

Same question, any thoughts? Mine do retract back in and I can’t figure it out. Two of the four do so. Any idea would be great

[@Sam-qp4fu]

Thanks for the awesome tips 👍

[@boatrc6350]

Thanks for the tips as always! Quick question, why do you use different polishing compounds on your hinge pins and shock shafts? I'm sure there is a reason for it.. can you explain?

[@infernalstone699]

Great video! Do you use anything on your car to keep dirt off or easily removable? Because your "just came off the track" is amazingly clean compared to anything I have. Mind you, I was previously racing in pure outdoor, watered before every round of mains dirt track, but moving indoors to a clay track this year, so most of my mains were about a few steps shy of racing in mud.

[@ayske1]

you mentioned in another video racing a quicker guy where you had their same setup yet your shocks were less smooth and putting power down in the rear tyres. Compared to the start and now how much difference would you be able to tell driving with refreshed shocks?

[@joshuajkoplin]

I use 0000 super fine steel wool in my hinge pins with the pin in a drill chuck the same way. 0000 steel wool is perfect and a 1 step process, provides a nice clean and polish.

[@Hungrybird474]

I just tried some Lucas oil stabilizer in arrma granite stock shocks . Works good so far . Probably too thick but the loud chassis slap off jumps wasn’t working for me . 60 wt wasn’t working . I have a rlaarlo cf Omni and it lands super nice and quiet , so soft on the landings . I still have some bounce but it seems to be better than the thinner oil

[@shilongyang8685]

Hi Ryan! Great Video again! I really like the decals/stickers on your car, especially the same style of color. Do you mind sharing some thoughts on how to design this and print them?

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I get my stickers from Stickit1 racing!

[@samdharma350]

Hi Ryan, thank you for the video. Learned something. Quick question on the electric driver you are using. What is the make and model and would your recommend same or different?

[@Slatanicmushroom]

Hi Ryan, great video and thanks! I was wondering if you degrease the outside of the shocks after (re)building them? Maybe during the build you got some oil on your fingers which resulted in 'oil spots' and also after the bleeding there got some oil on the cap (and shock body). Thinking about dirt that will stick on these area... Grtz

[@shortblokej]

Awesome video Ryan, thank you! I love your meticulous nature and attitude combined with a fervent love for what you do presented in such a simple, logical, straightforward and down to earth way. No, I don't think I could get any more adjectives in there if I tried! I shall be rewatching this as I go through the same process with my shocks. 👍

[@67smit]

Can you show how your setup 22x4 buggy

[@kid_withabike7920]

i try my best to stop the suspension free from binding and other issues on my losi baja rey but i primarily drive in VERY dusty conditions, it only takes one drive before the car is just covered in it. doesn't help that it is the most complicated car to dissasemble ever lol

[@kzeppelin2]

Thanks for the tips and great content as always.

[@joncorke760]

I have a pit stand with holes like that. I can always add more. It measures 4 x 4 x 6....i also have a 6 foot fence post in my garage that is only 5ft 6 long now.

[@jamesbillington7208]

Hey Ryan...awesome vid...can you do one on diffs?

[@klaxxor]

Great tips! I really appreciate you sharing this with us!

[@andrewhopper8700]

Fantastic vid as usual well done🙂

[@alexcatto1432]

I find it interesting how you have the rebound faster than compression. I normally set up my on road cars the other way around with the rebound slower than compression, I find it makes the car less "bouncy".

[@RyanHarrisRC]

The challenge in off-road is blowing through stroke on landings. Don’t think you have to deal with that issue in on road 😉

[@fahmimahyuddin5285]

why in the rc buggy, the shock setting has to be zero rebound, can you explain, even though we know that slow rebound or fast rebound is mostly used for a 1/1 rc or car

[@watercreator]

As a newbie, could you put together something that shows how a new person can go about picking the right parts for a person just getting into racing. I am sitting with a TLR 22DC 5.0 with nothing in it because of making sure I do research to find the right parts. Btw, awesome content!

[@brandonsmith4367]

Which electric screwdriver are you using?? Thx

[@michaelchoate2810]

I used brasdo in ROTC for my belt buckle and emblems on my dress blues uniform,it's great stuff,what would you recommend as an aluminum on aluminum lubricant that wouldn't attract grime