shocks and the set up charactoristics??

[IceMike]

ive bin tryin to get my head around all the set up features of a car this year and i know the bassics of the shocks but would like more detail now so i know wot im doin.

can someone please tell me the advantages and disadvantages to larger holed pistons, the chock oils, and springs.

individualy would be easier please

thanks mike

[c0sie]

Start here Mike:

http://users.telenet.be/elvo/

[IceMike]

fink im 2 tired to make sense of that right now :P 2 much info

[sosidge]

Elvo has a quick setup guide at the bottom of the page, this puts the effects in very plain english without expecting you to read through the physics.

It's a great guide - although there used to be a more thorough version on the web too with a specific buggy setup guide - if elvo is reading this I'd be interested to know where it's gone!

[Rebelrc]

Thats a real good guide!:D

[IceMike]

ive read through that and it doesnt really tell me wot i wanna know. wot difference does the hole diamiter in the pistons have??

[sosidge]

ive read through that and it doesnt really tell me wot i wanna know. wot difference does the hole diamiter in the pistons have??

Shock Pistons



The assumption is made that if pistons are changed, the viscosity of the oil is also adapted, to give the same static feel. (Same low-speed damping) Smaller Holes Smaller holes mean more 'pack'. Pack means the damping gets very stiff, or almost locks up, over sharp bumps, ruts, or landing off jumps.
Small holes are good for smooth tracks, with big jumps or crummy jumps with harsh landings. Bigger Holes Bigger holes mean less pack. The point at which the damping gets stiff (where the shock 'packs up') occurs a lot later, at higher shock shaft speeds.
Big holes are very good for bumpy tracks. The car is more stable and has more traction in the bumpy sections. It won't be thrown up over sharp bumps, the suspension will soak them up a lot better.
Smaller holes in front The car jumps very nicely, a little more nose-up.
It feels easy to drive. Bigger holes in front Can give a subtle feel of more steering and more consistent front end grip if the track isn't perfectly smooth. Always use the same, or about the same shock pistons front and rear. Big differences in pistons make the car feel inconsistent, and not very smooth.

(cut and paste direct from elvos site... doesn't get much clearer than that)