Shock Oil?

[baja619]

La Paz Stock Full - prepping for SS300

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[Sparky]

I didn't say it, but I do think it's funny.

I have a pretty good idea of who did say that and the really ironic thing is that we have been on the podium way more than he has. But that is OK...let them all think we are slow.

[Random Thoughts Racing]

Bilstein uses F&L Ultra Extreme shock oil.

This is correct, generally Bilstein off road race applications use F&L red. Standard Bilstein oil is well proven worldwide for everything that dosent see the temps get to 250+ for extended periods.

Ragarding temps taken on a Bilstein they should be measured at the black aluminum top cap or on the black bypass adjuster. As Kris indicated shooting the nickel body with an IR gun is not accurate.

[clogking]

That should say MOBIL DTE 11 M oil? Right.

[heman]

I am currently using napa aw32 oil on my shocks as well as customers shocks and it has worked very good so far

[RRacing]

Pick the weight of oil you want then get the one with the highest viscosity index you can afford.

Maxima makes great oil used in some of the fastest TT's out there
F&L makes Fox oil
King uses Shell oil
SAW uses semi syn Torco oil

A podium jeepspeed with 2.5" shocks will run 300-350F assuming its not overweight. Overweight you can be pushing 400F.

Dont use ATF. Yes it works, not if you want to be competitive in that class. Next to prep, shocks are everything in that class. Rebuild them every race with fresh seals and oil. Ive worked with the fastest jeepspeeds out there and know what it takes to win.

Shoot me an email [email protected] if you want more specifics. If you talk to Bilstein Joel, he will point you to me for seal kits if he cant take care of you right away.

Anyone unhappy with Maxima? Why? I have a %50 off coupon and can get 5 gallons for about $120. Sounds like a great deal on high quality oil.

[RRacing]

An infrared gun is not accurate on nickel plating. Temp indicators do workthough.

I was offering general knowledge on oil and following up an example to rebute your information.

The consensus Gadzooks was your shocks dont get hot becuase you guys dont drive all that fast. Not my words. I dont know you nor have I seen you race.

My personal take on oil is I would never buy it from the shock manufacturer. They are just a middle man marking it up. Buy it based on properties and price range and change it as often as you can afford.

Where do I find temp indicators/strips/stickers for my shocks?

[philofab]

Where do I find temp indicators/strips/stickers for my shocks?

Welding supply shops should have them.

[Justin]

Where do I find temp indicators/strips/stickers for my shocks?

http://www.mcmaster.com/#temperature...labels/=iga190

[StokedMotorSport]

I am currently using napa aw32 oil on my shocks as well as customers shocks and it has worked very good so far

Any one else use napa hydraulic oil for shock oil? Looking for a cheep oil for a mild pre runner