Losi or Associated shocks

[arransmith27]

What's the difference between using Losi or Associated shocks on the X6?

A few years back, pretty much everyone was using the Losi shocks, however more racers now appear to be using the Associated shocks.

I have both the Losi and Associated shocks (V1), so just looking for a bit of info in this area please

[colmo]

My guess is those are Associated v2 shocks you're seeing, shipped with the B4.1 and the latest X6 kits. They're an improvement over the v1s - Richard Lowe reckons the v2s behave softer than the v1s to the equivalent of 5wt oil difference.

[dancoog]

While racing in the UK I ran Losi shocks on my X6 and continued to do so when I relocated to Canada. When the X6 squared kit was put together with V2 shocks I moved to them and was pleasantly suprised. The Silver Associated springs seem to make the car jump really well even though the Pink Losi springs are very similar in tension. Recently I've moved over to running the Losi Big Bore springs on my V2 Associated shocks. A very simple conversion completed with the aid of some RPM spring retaining clips and Losi BB shock bottoms. After one day of testing.. I love it. less rubbing on the shock bodies and great feel overall.

[GML]

The Losi shocks were popular. Now, it will be easier to find Associated ones.

[arransmith27]

Thanks for the responses guys

Will stick with the losi shocks for now

[mattybucks]

Use what you know!!! Ellis used Losi because he knew exactly how to set them up.