QA1 shocks

[TrentNell]

Having the new crossmember and relocating the shocks like i did , mine hasnt really seen the need for more in the rear , i might need some more at a higher power level though . for those that have not seen the thread on my rear suspension . here is also the graph with a quick run down on shock angle .

 

[NJ_LLY]

I just ordered a set of the single adjustables last night. Ill let you know how they work.

 

[coldLBZ]

How would these shocks stand up to cold weather (-50)? Would they blow out seals and leak, or just be stiff like any other shock? Thanks.

 

[TrentNell]

How would these shocks stand up to cold weather (-50)? Would they blow out seals and leak, or just be stiff like any other shock? Thanks.

you would have to call QA1 and ask them ?

 

[Subman]

seams ken is talking abuot useind a stiffer spring to control the wieght (stiff spring/soft shock setup) vs opposite what jeff is talkign about (soft spring/stiff shock)

seams the latter would more user friendly to at the track adjustability.

i get that right?

We'll go with whatever works the best. Should be a bunch of T & T this weekend at Firebird in Boise. Turns out the injector cup was bad. Need a special tool to get it out, and had to special order one. So far so good. Rob fired the truck last night and drove it around a bit. Will ck all the cylinders again today after sitting all night to see if we have the problem fixed. Can hardly wait to see if we can light these big ass chargers and see how the suspension works.:happy2:

 

[coldLBZ]

I emailed them and asked. They said that they are unsure of how it would work in those temperatures.

 

[camomax]

Were you going from a stock shock, or other aftermarket brand?

Had Billsteins, and managed an occasional 1.68 or 9, but these really did the trick.

 

[TheBac]

Had Billsteins, and managed an occasional 1.68 or 9, but these really did the trick.

That is so NOT what I wanted to hear. :rofl: I dont have an extra $700 for these shocks. Why is it the parts you need to have as always so dang expensive?

 

[dmaxn04]

Any more update on the stock settings you like at track and around town?

 

[TrentNell]

That is so NOT what I wanted to hear. :rofl: I dont have an extra $700 for these shocks. Why is it the parts you need to have as always so dang expensive?

A few guys have had good luck with the single adjustable QA1's tom , thats what Camomax bought . i think there like 129.00 ea .

 

[TrentNell]

Any more update on the stock settings you like at track and around town?

track i run rebound maxxed out ( setting 24 ) , and compression around 6-7 passenger side and 10 on drivers side . street i like 17 or so rebound and 4 compression .

 

[NJ_LLY]

qa1 doesnt make a single adjustable and I dont want to spend for the double. What other options do I have?

 

[TrentNell]

qa1 doesnt make a single adjustable and I dont want to spend for the double. What other options do I have?

are you talking about the rear ?

 

[TheBac]

A few guys have had good luck with the single adjustable QA1's tom , thats what Camomax bought . i think there like 129.00 ea .

I read that the TC1538P single adjustables actually change both compression and rebound as you adjust them. You just dont have the individual control that the doubles do.

Summit has them for $140, so does Jegs. Thanks Trent. Id really like it if Camo could expound on how they worked for him, his adjustments, etc....

 

[NJ_LLY]

yes the rear

 

[ripmf666]

Tom post the part # and I will hunt out the cheapest place that has them.

 

[Randy5.0]

Had Billsteins, and managed an occasional 1.68 or 9, but these really did the trick.

Did you use the HAL RC 1538P part number?

 

[dmaxn04]

Will any other shock beside the Qa1 be good for the rear? And running the Qa1 up front

 

[TrentNell]

yes the rear

honestly i know you dont want to miss match brands but cheapest bet would a rancho for the back . or ponny up for the doubles . i will keep looking for you .

edit ,found these , could just run without coils/hardware



189 ea from summit http://www.summitracing.com/search/?keyword=dr9855p&dds=1

 

[dmaxn04]

I read that the TC1538P single adjustables actually change both compression and rebound as you adjust them. You just dont have the individual control that the doubles do.

Summit has them for $140, so does Jegs. Thanks Trent. Id really like it if Camo could expound on how they worked for him, his adjustments, etc....

Hmm.. need to call and see if thats true..