Is traxxas going out of business?

Is traxxas going out of business?

Horizon’s Dealer Announcement. “Beginning in 2019, Horizon Hobby will no longer be distributing Traxxas products. We intend to carry Traxxas until our inventory is depleted, which we expect to be at the end of 2018.

What is spec slash?

What is Spec Slash? The “spec” in spec racing stands for specifications, meaning each car must be built and equipped to a certain set of specifications (specs) to be race-legal. This keeps the racing close, reduces costs, and puts the focus on driving skill.

Are Traxxas Slash 2WD and 4WD shocks the same?

There is no definitive wide-ranging difference in 2WD and 4WD shocks for most (read 99.9%) of platforms. The front shocks will be of different lengths, and possibly different mounts.

Does Horizon Hobby own Redcat Racing?

We are excited to announce that Redcat Racing Products are now available from Horizon Hobby!

Does Horizon Hobby own Losi?

of Team Losi sold the Team Losi brand to Horizon Hobby in 2001. Losi continues to operate in Southern California alongside Horizon Hobby.

What parts do I need to upgrade to a slash?

The Slash stock shocks, shock caps, suspension arms, and turnbuckles are all plastic, and most enthusiasts agree that they are too flimsy for regular bashing. The components below are mostly suspension parts, and I recommend that you do those upgrades first.

What adjustments can I make with the slash shocks?

With that in mind, let’s focus on the adjustments we can make within the rules. These include spring preload and ride height, damping rate, and shock position (see right). The Slash shocks come filled with 30wt shock fluid. This allows the suspension to absorb bumps easily at slower speeds.

How do I adjust the shocks on my suspension?

There are two positions located on each front suspension and there are five possible positions on each the rear suspension arms. Moving the shocks outward on the arms will decrease the leverage the arms have to compress the shock, making the suspension feel stiffer. Moving the shocks inward on the arms has the opposite effect.

What kind of oil do you put in slash shocks?

Shock oil The Slash shocks come filled with 30wt shock fluid. This allows the suspension to absorb bumps easily at slower speeds. However, with the fast-paced action of track racing and hard landings from big jumps, slowing down the dampers by increasing the oil viscosity is generally beneficial.